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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.
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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.