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Events & Administration Planning Assistant

Staff

2026-06-20

Location

Cambridge, MA

MIT

Type

Full-Time

Salary

$27.00 - $32.90/hour

Required Qualifications

High School diploma
2+ years event planning & administration
AV technical skills (live/hybrid events)
Organizational & multitasking skills
Customer service mindset
Lift up to 25 lb
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Events & Administration Planning Assistant

Events & Administration Planning Assistant

  • Job Number: 25643
  • Functional Area: Event Planning
  • Department: Comp Sci & Artificial Intel Lab HQ
  • School Area: Schwarzman College of Computing
  • Pay Range Minimum: $27.00
  • Pay Range Maximum: $32.90
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Employment Category: Non-Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Pay Grade: 5

Posting Description

EVENTS & ADMINISTRATION PLANNING ASSISTANT, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab, to be one of three members of staff supporting the CSAIL Director’s Office. The role serves as the primary point of contact to CSAILHQ leadership, and coordinates events and programs managed by the Director’s Office. The Events & Administration Planning Assistant works in a complex environment that requires a high degree of sensitivity, confidentiality, and responsiveness; interacts knowledgeably and professionally with a variety of individuals including members of the public, students, faculty, staff, sponsors, and vendors; and develops and maintains networks across the Institute. The position reports to and works closely with the Events & Initiatives Manager as well as the Assistant Director of Planning and Initiatives.

Please see full job description here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/ww2a8zf1fh0ohd9d7wz6m/Event-Admin-Planning-Asst-Job-Descr-April-2026.docx?rlkey=1kwpzfpzspmvys1n7sgx70tul&st=x0zr994n&dl=0.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: High School diploma; a minimum of two years of experience in event planning, production and administration; ability to manage all technical aspects of live, online, and hybrid program deliveries including participant troubleshooting, presenter training, and video editing; ability to balance the requirements of numerous programs in varied stages of planning and with overlapping schedules and deadlines; proven track record of creative, successful events; experience coordinating promotional design, marketing, and communications; excellent organizational, communication, negotiating, and multitasking skills; ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain a customer-service mindset; ability to multitask and work effectively in a pressured work environment with changing priorities and limited supervision; demonstrated strong organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to maintain professional outlook and demeanor at all times, particularly during times of increased stress; possess solid knowledge of organizational policies and practices in order to interpret and determine appropriate course of action effectively and appropriately; ability to work independently to complete projects but function effectively as a member of a team; and ability to lift up to 25 lb.

Revised 4/17/2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

📚What are the key qualifications for the Events & Administration Planning Assistant role?

Required: High School diploma and a minimum of two years in event planning, production, and administration. Must handle technical aspects of live, online, and hybrid events (troubleshooting, training, video editing). Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills needed, plus ability to work under pressure. See administration jobs for similar roles.

💰What is the salary range and employment details?

Pay range: $27.00 - $32.90 per hour (Pay Grade 5). Full-Time, Non-Exempt position. No visa sponsorship. Explore university salaries for more on higher ed compensation.

🎯What does the Events & Administration Planning Assistant do at CSAIL?

Primary point of contact for CSAIL Director’s Office leadership. Coordinates events and programs, manages confidential tasks, interacts with faculty, staff, sponsors. Works with Events & Initiatives Manager. Involves promotional design, marketing, and vendor coordination. Check administration jobs for related opportunities.

🌍Is visa sponsorship available for this MIT job?

No, visa sponsorship is not available. Ideal for candidates authorized to work in the US. View higher ed jobs with sponsorship details where applicable.

📝How to apply for this Events Planning Assistant position?

Apply via the full job description link in the posting (Job Number: 25643). Deadline: June 20, 2026. Prepare resume highlighting event planning experience. Resources: free resume template and higher ed career advice.

🔧What skills are essential for success in this role?

Event coordination, hybrid event tech (Zoom, video editing), negotiation, and maintaining confidentiality. Ability to lift 25 lb and work independently/team. Fits conference and events administration subcategory.
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