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Conference and Event Services

Student Employment

Student Employment Opportunities

2025 Student Employment Postings

Thank you for your interest in working in Conference and Event Services and our available positions. Please submit a separate application for each role you are interested in to ensure your application is considered for each position. This helps us review your qualifications accurately and match you with the best opportunities.

All positions for Summer 2025 have been filled. Fall 2025 positions will be available in July. Please check back then.

Conference and Event Services provide students with valuable real-life experience. Opportunities include assisting with student mail and packages, managing residential keys, providing campus information, coordinating event logistics, overseeing food and beverage operations, supervising staff, and participating in various other activities.

Benefits of working in Conference and Event Services:

  • Gain first-hand customer service experience: Interact directly with clients and guests, enhancing your ability to address their needs and resolve issues promptly.
  • Acquire hospitality skills: Learn the intricacies of hospitality management, including event planning, guest relations, and service excellence.
  • Enhance organization, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication abilities: Develop critical skills that are essential in both professional and personal settings, ensuring you can handle complex tasks efficiently.
  • Develop leadership qualities: Take on supervisory roles, manage teams, and lead projects, fostering your ability to inspire and guide others.
  • Enjoy flexible working hours: Balance your work with academic commitments and personal life, offering you the flexibility to manage your schedule effectively.
  • Meet new people: Build a network of professional contacts and friendships, enriching your social and professional life.

Service Center Team

Service Centers have openings for Student Team Members and Student Supervisor roles. Learn more about student employment opportunities here.

Planning Team

The Conference and Event Services Planning Team has openings for Event Assistants, Student Planners, Student Developers, and Student Content Planner roles.

Spring 2025 and Summer 2025 positions are available. Learn more here. 

How to Apply

All of the Conference and Event Service's job position applications are listed in Workday.  Search 'CES' in the Job Listings.  For more information or questions, please contact cuces@cornell.edu, visit us at 206 Robert Purcell Community Center, or call 607-253-8368.