University Events & Alumni Engagement Coordinator

Purdue for Life Foundation; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays per year

Accrue up to 22 vacation days

Traditional 403(b) and Roth retirement

Employer retirement contribution 10%

Health Savings Account

Dental and Vision insurance

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Purdue For Life Foundation seeks an organized events coordinator to support planning and execution of university-aligned events. You will assist with site research, vendor communications, run of show development, and on-site logistics, while ensuring smooth operations and adherence to deadlines.

The role requires at least one year in event planning or hospitality, an Associate's degree, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail. Some evenings and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's degree and one year of event planning or related experience.
• Experience with planning, coordinating, and executing events and conferences.
• Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support creative guest experience ideas under senior supervision.
• Assist planning and execution of events on and off campus for Purdue and the Foundation.
• Help manage run of shows, budgets, and event documentation.
• Coordinate with venues, vendors, and internal teams for logistics.
• Provide on-site support during setup, events, and teardown; handle dietary needs.
• Process invoices and assist with post-event follow-up.

Skills

Event logistics

Vendor coordination

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Confidential information handling

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Internet

Job description

Purdue For Life Foundation seeks an organized events coordinator to support planning and execution of university-aligned events. You will assist with site research, vendor communications, run of show development, and on-site logistics, while ensuring smooth operations and adherence to deadlines.

The role requires at least one year in event planning or hospitality, an Associate's degree, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail. Some evenings and travel may be required.