Part-Time Events Assistant at Think Academy

San Jose, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Internship, Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Part TimeJob Type

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Education Technology, EdTechIndustries

Requirements

Students, recent graduates, or early-career professionals
Passion for education
Availability for part-time schedule: e.g., Tuesdays 16:30–18:30 (Sept 30–Nov 18) for Elementary Mock Interviewer (Cupertino, 20 total hours) or shifts 17:00–20:30 (Oct 11–Oct 14) for “Think Cup” Event Staff (Los Altos & Cupertino)
Located in or able to work in San Jose/Silicon Valley area (e.g., Cupertino, Los Altos)
No prior event experience required

Responsibilities

Support Silicon Valley campus events (academic competitions, workshops, community outreach)
Assist with pre-event planning, vendor/venue coordination
Handle logistics, registration, guest services, room setup, crowd flow
Manage on-site operations
Perform post-event wrap-ups (feedback collection, reports, content recaps)
Contribute to marketing campaigns to grow attendance and enhance participant experience

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Event PlanningLogisticsRegistrationGuest ServicesVendor CoordinationRoom SetupCrowd ManagementFeedback CollectionMarketingContent Creation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for the Part-Time Events Assistant positions?

The pay is $20 per hour for both the Elementary Mock Interviewer and “Think Cup” Event Staff roles.

Is this a remote position, or where is it located?

The positions are located in San Jose, CA, with specific roles in Cupertino and Los Altos.

What skills or experience are required for this role?

No prior event experience is required; training, playbooks, and mentorship are provided.

What is the company culture like at Think Academy?

Think Academy fosters an innovative environment focused on education through love and technology, providing hands-on experience and mentorship while working alongside teaching and ops teams.

Who is this role ideal for, and what makes a strong candidate?

This role is designed for students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals who love education and thrive on bringing events to life; passion for education and enthusiasm for event support are key.