Work-Study: Communications, Design & Events Assistant

University of Texas; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Work-Study Student Associate in Communication, Design, and Event Planning within the Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics. The position supports outreach materials, calendar maintenance, and coordination for professional development events to raise visibility of department research and activities.

Ideal candidates are strong communicators with a passion for event promotion, excellent time management, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in event promotion, event coordination, or communications.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong, independent, and collaborative work ethic.
• Current UT Austin student, enrolled/registered with fees paid for the current semester and in good academic standing.
• Financial aid work-study recipient.

Responsibilities

• Draft and design outreach materials for seminars, events, programs, and announcements.
• Maintain a shared event calendar; research and monitor relevant department events.
• Assist with the logistics and setup of in-person and virtual events, including seminars, recruitment sessions, and meetings.
• Format slides, signage, flyers, and other promotional assets.
• Help with event logistics such as room reservations, catering orders, materials prep, and event breakdown.
• Other event or administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Event promotion

Event coordination

Time management

Independent and collaborative work

UT Austin student status

Education

Current UT Austin student (enrolled/fees paid)

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Work-Study Student Associate in Communication, Design, and Event Planning within the Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics. The position supports outreach materials, calendar maintenance, and coordination for professional development events to raise visibility of department research and activities.

Ideal candidates are strong communicators with a passion for event promotion, excellent time management, and the ability to work