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Marketing and Event Assistant, SC1MARKEACE (SU26)

CompanyCollege of DuPage
LocationUnited States
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 27, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The assistant will support marketing planning, content creation, and communications for the Innovation DuPage business incubator. Additionally, they will coordinate event logistics, manage registrations, and provide on-site support for workshops and seminars.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
1
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The College of DuPage Career Services Center is a FREE resource to students, alumni, community members, and employers. As an important link between job seekers and the business community, Career Services at College of DuPage offers a variety of resources to help individuals with their short and long-term career goals and help businesses with staffing needs. Students, alumni and community residents turn to Career Services for effective job search strategies and advice on setting realistic career goals. Career Services helps its students and clients to: --Assess interests, skills, values and needs to prepare for marketable careers --Understand national and international trends --Write resumes and other job search documents --Develop interview techniques --Gain business and industry contacts --Learn salary negotiation skills --Develop strategies for a successful transition into new employment Career Services helps employers with recruiting efforts by providing: --Chaps Get Hired, the College of DuPage online job and internship board, that connects you to students by posting your open positions. If you are a College of DuPage Student, Alumni, or Community Member (DuPage County) you can request an appointment by filling out the Service Request Form on our website at www.cod.edu/careerservices. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @CODcareercenter #BeCareerReady
About the Role

Marketing and Event Assistant, SC1MARKEACE (SU26)
Student Worker Eligibility:
Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours for Fall/Spring semester or 1 credit hour for Summer semester.
Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above. If a first semester student, GPA requirement is waived.
If a Student qualifies for Federal Work Study, the Student will be hired as a Federal Work Study employee to utilize these funds.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 
The Marketing and Event Assistant, will maintain the smooth operation of our dynamic startup business community within the College's business incubator known as Innovation DuPage. The primary responsibilities will include assisting with marketing planning, content creation and both internal and external communications. This position also supports event, workshop and meeting planning and execution.

  • Create social media posts, manage event communications, and contribute to marketing collateral.
  • Support marketing planning and execution.
  • Contribute to branded marketing materials, newsletters, etc.
  • Collaborate with the events team to plan and organize a variety of events, including workshops, seminars, networking sessions, and guest speaker series.
  • Assist in event logistics, such as setting up event spaces, coordinating catering, managing registrations, and ensuring a seamless attendee experience.
  • Provide on-site support during events, including attendee check-in, speaker assistance, and troubleshooting.
  • Assist in post-event activities, such as gathering feedback, updating databases, and preparing event summaries.
  • Contribute creative ideas to enhance event formats and themes, catering to the needs of our startup audience.
  • Liaise with speakers, vendors, and partners to ensure event requirements are met.

    • Qualifications:

    • Education
      • THIS IS A STUDENT JOB.
      • High school diploma or equivalent.
      • Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours for Fall/Spring semester or 1 credit hour for Summer semester.
      • Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above.
      • If a first semester student, GPA requirement is waived.
      • If a Student qualifies for Federal Work Study, the Student will be hired as a Federal Work Study employee to utilize these funds.
    • Experience
      • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
      • Strong written communication skills.
      • Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service mindset.
      • Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
      • Proficiency in using event management tools and software is a plus.
      • Interest in event planning, entrepreneurship, and community building.
      • Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends during events.
      • Graphic design skills a plus, but not required.
    • Licenses and Certifications
      • COD Training

        Working Conditions:

        Pay Rate: Student Rate 1 - $15.00 per hour

        College of DuPage is an equal opportunity employer.  The College of DuPage is committed to recruiting and retaining high performing talent to our institution, continuing our tradition of excellence.  We encourage all people across the broad spectrum of those communities we serve to explore and apply for positions at COD for which they believe they are qualified.

        College of DuPage does not discriminate against individuals in employment opportunities, programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veterans' status, marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or on any other basis protected by law.

        Key Skills
        Marketing PlanningContent CreationSocial Media ManagementEvent PlanningInternal CommunicationsExternal CommunicationsLogistics CoordinationCustomer ServiceOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingEvent Management SoftwareGraphic Design
        Categories
        MarketingAdministrativeCreative & MediaEducationCustomer Service & Support