University Events Student Assistant

Florida Gulf Coast University

The University Events Student Assistant supports the University Events team with the preparation and execution of university events. This position provides hands‑on experience in event planning, event operations, and event logistics while assisting with both day-to-day event preparation and onsite event support.

• Assist with event setup and breakdown, including loading,unloading, transporting, and organizing event materials, décor,signage, and staging items.
• Provide hands‑on support during events and assist the University Events team with event execution as needed.
• Assist with preparing event materials, including name tags,signage, printed materials, stationery, and other event-related items.
• Organize and maintain University Events inventory, including tracking event supplies, décor, equipment, and rental items.
• Assist with preparing and organizing items needed for luncheons, dinners, ceremonies, receptions, and other university events.
• Support the team with basic administrative and event‑planning tasks when not assisting with active events.
• Assist with maintaining event information and materials within
  
  University Events systems.
• Perform other event-related duties as assigned.

• Enrolled as a degree‑seeking student at Florida Gulf Coast University at hire and throughout the appointment and in good conduct standing.
• Experience operations a computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

• Willingness to learn event management and scheduling software.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to assist with the physical setup and breakdownofevents.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Canva.
• Dependable, professional, and comfortable working in a fast-paced event environment.

FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.