Employer Relations Student Event Assistant (Student Wage)

Department Overview

The UVA Career Center partners with employers students faculty and alumni to support career exploration experiential learning and employment opportunities for UVA students.

The Employer Relations team builds andmaintainsrelationships with organizations recruiting at UVA while coordinating career fairs networking events information sessions interviews and other employer engagement opportunities throughout the academic year.

Position Overview

The Employer Relations Student Event Assistant playsan important rolein supporting employer engagement efforts across Grounds. Event Assistants help create a welcoming professional and organized experience for employers visiting UVA while ensuring students have access to high-quality recruiting and networking opportunities.

This position provides hands-on experience in event operations customer service professional communication problem solving and employer relations.

Essential Functionsand Responsibilities

• Welcome employers and serve as an on-site point of contact during recruiting events.

• Assistemployers with eventlogisticsand navigation across Grounds.

• Assistwith event setup and breakdown including signage materials registration tables and room preparation.

• Monitor event spaces to ensure activities run smoothly and on schedule.

• Support information sessions networking events workshops coffee chats interviews and career fairs.

• Assistwith event technology and troubleshoot minor issues.

• Collect employer attendance and contact information.

• Complete event reports attendance tracking and post-event documentation.

• SupportadditionalEmployer Relations projects as assigned.

Qualifications & Expectations

RequiredQualifications:

• Current UVA undergraduate or graduate student

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Dependable and punctual

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Willingness to work evening hours

Preferred Qualifications:

• Federal Work Study eligibility preferred

• Customer service experience

• Event support or hospitality experience

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Professional Expectations:

• Arrive on time and prepared for scheduled shifts

• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor

• Communicate proactively with supervisors

• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability during events

Student Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this role may:

• Develop professional communication skills through direct interaction with employers and university stakeholders.

• Gain experience coordinating and supporting large-scale events.

• Strengthen problem-solving and decision-making abilities in real-time environments.

• Build confidence navigating professional settings.

• Learn how employers recruit and engage with college talent.

• Gain exposure to higher education administration and employer relations operations.

Career Readiness Competencies

Career & Self-Development Communication Critical Thinking Equity & Inclusion Leadership Professionalism Teamwork and Technology.

Training & Professional Development

Student employees will receive position-specific onboarding and training ongoing coaching and mentorship exposure to employer recruiting strategies and regular feedback to support professional growth.

Additional Requirements

• Availability during key recruiting periods is strongly preferred.

• Ability to lift and carry event materials up to 25 pounds occasionally.

• Ability to stand and move throughout event spaces for extendedperiods when necessary.

Application Process

Required Application Materials:

• Resume

• Brief statement of interest or cover letter

Selected candidates willparticipatein an interview with members of the Employer Relations team.

Contact Information

Primary Contact: Brittany Burton Assistant Director Employer Relations
Email:

Pay Range: $16.50-$16.75