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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.

Fall 2025: 

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 your organization, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication abilities by developing critical skills essential in both professional and personal settings, ensuring you can handle complex tasks efficiently.
  • Develop leadership qualities by taking on supervisory roles, managing teams, and leading projects, thereby fostering your ability to inspire and guide others.
  • Enjoy flexible working hours: Balance your work with academic commitments and personal life, allowing you to manage your schedule effectively.
  • Meet new people: Build a network of professional contacts and friendships that enrich 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 will have openings for Event Assistants, Student Planners, and Student Developers roles. Learn more about student employment opportunities here.

How to Apply

All job position applications for the Conference and Event Services are listed in Workday.  Search 'CES' or 'Service Center' 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.