Student Events Assistant I _On-Campus FWS

Tasks may include: event registration and check in, guest/patron services, scheduling of events, assisting with event set up and take down, participate in the creation and/or distribution of event materials. Most assistants stay with IIEP for multiple semesters, gaining valuable experience and exposure to a wide network of policy professionals, faculty, and visiting speakers along the way.

Position Details

Position Information

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Position Title
Student Events Assistant I _On-Campus FWS

Level of Support
Student Support I

Position Type
On-Campus FWS

Number of Openings
3

Work Hours
Before Standard Business Hours (M-F before 8am) , During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm), After Standard Business Hours (M-F after 5pm)

Wage Per Hour
18.40-18.90

Division/School
Elliott School of International Affairs

Department Name
180112 INST INTL ECONOMIC POLICY

Department Bio

The Institute for International Economic Policy serves as a catalyst for high-quality, nonpartisan, multidisciplinary research on policy issues surrounding the global economy. IIEP connects a network of 60+ interdisciplinary faculty and visiting scholars with students, policymakers, private-sector leaders, and 30+ Executive Circle ESIA Alumni. The Institute advances GW's engagement in the global economic arena through research, events, conferences, and external partnerships, including deep ties with the World Bank. IIEP also supports student professional development through paid research assistantships, staff positions, fellowships, and networking opportunities.

Position Specific Summary

The Events and Operations Assistant provides essential day-to-day support to IIEP's small and fast-paced team, helping ensure that our office runs smoothly and our events are executed to the highest standard. Assistants work as part of a close-knit events and operations team, supporting everything from logistics and setup to speaker coordination and communications. Most assistants stay with IIEP for multiple semesters, gaining valuable experience and exposure to a wide network of policy professionals, faculty, and visiting speakers along the way.

Standard Position Description

The student will perform basic administrative and logistical tasks supporting events. Tasks may include: event registration and check in, guest/patron services, scheduling of events, assisting with event set up and take down, participate in the creation and/or distribution of event materials. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.

Professional Outcomes
Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism, Technology and Data, Career Development

Required Qualifications

This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred candidates will be detail-oriented, reliable, welcoming, and comfortable interacting with faculty, speakers, and guests. Customer service, hospitality, restaurant, retail, volunteer, event, or student leadership experience is valuable.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date
07/13/2026

Job Close Date
09/04/2026

Campus Location
Foggy Bottom

Work Type Designation
In-Person

Hiring Manager Name
Alexandra Rivera

Special Instructions Summary

If you have trouble uploading your documents please email them to a.craff@gwu.edu

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.

For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.

Background Check

The student employee will:
Have access to process or view financial transactions, student records/grades, employee records, medical records, and/or social security numbers. - Background check required.