MFA TD Student Assistant

newschool; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The New School is seeking a Student Assistant for the Transdisciplinary Design MFA program to support the TD Studio and Cave Space, coordinate events, and assist with lightweight IT/AV tasks. You will design marketing materials, manage equipment orders, and serve as a liaison among students, faculty, and administrators.

The role emphasizes strong organization, strategic thinking, and clear communication across multiple levels, with on-campus work hours and collaboration with the design

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student at The New School.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the capacity to think strategically and to effectively move ideas forward into implementation.
• Ability to communicate effectively on multiple levels across the organization.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive).
• Familiarity with design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma) preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in urbanism, design justice, community-based work, or sustainability.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performing some AV and light IT.
• Providing general administrative support to the Program Director and Program Administrator.
• In collaboration with the Program Director and Program Administrator, coordinate multiple events throughout the academic year, including communication and logistics
• Design marketing materials and event-related materials
• Coordinate with the Program Administrator to order equipment and supplies for TD Studio and Cave Space
• Support day-to-day studio operations to foster a collaborative and well-functioning environment
• Liaise among students, faculty, and administrative partners.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Strategic thinking

Effective communication

Google Workspace

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Independence & collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Enrolled student at The New School

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Job description

The Student Assistant for the Transdisciplinary Design (TD) MFA program will provide critical support to both the program's leadership and the Design Strategies operations team, ensuring the effective management of the TD Studio and Cave Space. Responsibilities include providing light IT and AV support, coordinating and communicating event logistics, managing the TD Studio space, and serving as a liaison among students, faculty, and administrative partners. The role also involves designing marketing and event materials, managing equipment and tracking orders, and supporting day-to-day studio operations to foster a collaborative and well-functioning environment. Successful candidates will bring strong organizational skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to move ideas into action, along with excellent communication abilities across multiple levels of the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performing some AV and light IT
• Providing general administrative support to the Program Director and Program Administrator
• In collaboration with the Program Director and Program Administrator, coordinate multiple events throughout the academic year, including communication and logistics
• Design marketing materials and event-related materials
• Coordinate with the Program Administrator to order equipment and supplies for TD Studio and Cave Space

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled as a student at The New School
• Strong organizational and time-management skills and the capacity to think strategically and to effectively move ideas forward into implementation
• Ability to communicate effectively on multiple levels across the organization
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
• Familiarity with design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.) preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in urbanism, design justice, community-based work, or sustainability
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks

WORK MODE

On-Campus Position - Employees in this position are expected to work on campus during regularly scheduled work hours because the work cannot be performed remotely without being infeasible or not in the best interest of the organization. #LI-DNI

Work hours are not fixed and may vary from week to week based on program needs. Student Assistants will support events taking place throughout the semester and should have some flexibility in their availability to accommodate scheduled program events.

Hourly Rate: $18 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities:

This role provides general administrative and operational support to program leadership, including basic AV and IT tasks, and manages equipment and supply orders for specialized studio spaces. It drives event execution and promotion by collaborating with administrators on logistics, communications, and marketing material design.