MS EPSM Student Assistant

The New School; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The New School's EPSM program is seeking a Student Assistant to provide research and programmatic support that advances the curriculum, mission, and public engagement.

You will work with the Program Director and Administrator to coordinate events like webinars, workshops, and panels and assist with daily operations, communications, and data collection.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student at The New School.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively 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, or sustainability.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Attention to detail and multi-tasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of EPSM events (workshops, panels, webinars, etc.).
• Provide general program support as needed in partnership with the Program Administrator.
• Collect and organize data to inform program initiatives and reporting.
• Attend meetings with the Program Director and Program Administrator.

Job description

The EPSM program seeks a Student Assistant to provide research and programmatic support that advances the program’s curriculum, mission, and public engagement initiatives. Working closely with the EPSM Program Director and Program Administrator, the Student Assistant will support public-facing events, including webinars, workshops, and panels. In partnership with the Program Administrator, the Student Assistant will support the program's daily operations, including communications, event coordination, and data collection. This role is best suited for graduate students with prior EPSM experience and research expertise in areas such as environmental justice, climate justice, Indigenous ecologies, gender and ecology, and environmental policy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the planning and execution of EPSM events (workshops, panels, webinars, etc.).
• Provide general program support as needed in partnership with the Program Administrator.
• Collect and organize data to inform program initiatives and reporting.
• Attend meetings with the Program Director and Program Administrator.

This role provides core operational support by partnering with program leadership to plan and execute events such as workshops, panels, and webinars. It assists with general program administration and meeting participation to keep initiatives running smoothly. Additionally, the position collects and organizes key data to inform reporting and guide ongoing program strategies.

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.

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 based on 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.

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.

Since our founding in 1919, The New School has redrawn and redefined the boundaries of intellectual and creative thought as a preeminent academic center. At our university, students have the academic freedom to shape their unique, individual paths for a complex and rapidly changing world. As a New School employee, you will be a part of the university’s mission to prepare and inspire students to bring about positive change in the world.