- Job Type: Short Term Casual
- Bargaining Unit:
- Regular/Temporary: Temporary
- End Date if Temporary: 11/20/2026
- Hours Per Week: 20
- Standard Work Schedule:
- Building:
- Salary Range: 23-25 Hourly
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Position Summary
The Columbia Climate School is seeking a Columbia University student casual to support the Communications and Events team on a temporary 20-week assignment (approximately 400 hours total). This role will assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of high-profile events and special projects, including the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Open House, NYC Climate Week, COP, and AGU Annual Meeting.
Responsibilities
- Project coordination and tracking
- Event logistics support
- Communications and scheduling assistance,
- Managing timelines and materials
- Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders
- providing on-site event support as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
- The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, flexible, and comfortable managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience supporting events, communications, higher education, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations is preferred. Strong written communication and project management skills are required.
- must be able to work Saturday October 17. 2026
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