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Michaels Stores

Part Time Events Coordinator-1

Capitola, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $19.70/hr

Event Coordination * Plan and coordinate multiple events at once including children's birthday ... Educate customer on Voice of Customer (VOC) survey. * Assist with Omni channel processes, including ...

Rising Star Preschool

Youth Event Assistant

San Diego, CA · On-site

$25/hr

Are you ready to design events that bring a preschool community together-beautifully and safely? If so, Rising Star Preschool is excited to meet you! We're hiring a part-time Youth Event Assistant to ...

FRESNOS CHAFFEE ZOO CORP

Events Setup

Fresno, CA · On-site

$17.78 - $18.66/hr

GENERAL PURPOSE Under the supervision of the Events Assistant Manager, Events Set Up plays a ... We are pleased to offer this part time position an Employee Assistance Program, 401K, Paid CA Sick ...

FRESNOS CHAFFEE ZOO CORPORATION

Events Setup

Fresno, CA · On-site

$17.78 - $18.66/hr

GENERAL PURPOSE Under the supervision of the Events Assistant Manager, Events Set Up plays a ... We are pleased to offer this part time position an Employee Assistance Program, 401K, Paid CA Sick ...

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How much do part time events assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time events assistant in California is $20.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $23.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a part time events assistant?

To thrive as a Part Time Events Assistant, you typically need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with event management software, scheduling tools, and basic office applications is often required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities help you adapt to changing situations and provide outstanding support during events. These skills are crucial to ensuring events run smoothly, client needs are met, and any issues are quickly resolved.

What are common challenges faced by part time events assistants, and how can they be overcome?

Part Time Events Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing multiple tasks simultaneously, adapting to last-minute changes, and working irregular hours, including evenings and weekends. To overcome these challenges, strong organizational skills, clear communication with team members, and flexibility are essential. Building good relationships with vendors and colleagues can also help streamline problem-solving during events, making the work more manageable and enjoyable.

What does a part time events assistant do?

A Part Time Events Assistant helps with the planning, coordination, and execution of events such as conferences, weddings, corporate functions, or community gatherings. Their tasks may include setting up venues, greeting guests, assisting with registration, handling event materials, and supporting the event manager or coordinator. This role typically requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Part Time Events Assistants are essential for ensuring events run smoothly and guests have a positive experience.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Events Assistant job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,282 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Part-Time Events Assistant

Think Academy US

San Jose, CA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Part-Time Event Assistant
Location: San Jose, CA
Job Type: Part Time / Temporary
Intended Start Date: Depending on the activities
About Think Academy:
Think Academy US (www.TheThinkAcademy.com), a 100% owned subsidiary of TAL Education Group (NYSE: TAL), is recently established education technology (Ed-Tech) company to provide PreK-12 extra-curricular learning services through science and technology. At Think Academy, we provide full cycle service to foster local children's ability to think critically, to strengthen their logic skills, and to help them fulfill their goals through innovative teaching techniques. We believe Love and Technology can make education better. Each week, more than 6 million students are enrolled in TAL's online and offline education platform.
About This Role:
This part-time role is designed for students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals who love education and thrive on bringing events to life. As a Part-Time Event Assistant, you'll support our Silicon Valley campus events-from academic competitions to workshops and community outreach, while gaining hands-on experience in logistics, registration, guest services, and on-site operations.
Working alongside our teaching and ops teams, you'll assist with pre-event planning, vendor/venue coordination, room setup, crowd flow, and post-event wrap-ups (feedback, reports, and content recaps). You'll also have chances to contribute to marketing campaigns that grow attendance and elevate the participant experience.
No prior event experience is required, training, playbooks, and mentorship are provided. This position is a strong stepping stone toward event coordination, operations management, or campus/community marketing within Think Academy's expanding network.
Current Needs:
2/7/2026 : Cupertino: 2:30 - 5:30 ; Cupertino : 4:30- 7:30
2/8/2026 : Steven Creek: 12:30-3:30
2/8/2026 : Los Altos : 4:30 -7:00
Think Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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