CS-Administrative Assistant

• Job Type: Short Term Casual
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Temporary
• End Date if Temporary: 11/20/2026
• Hours Per Week: 20
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: 23-25 Hourly

Position Summary

The Columbia Climate School  is seeking a Columbia University student casual to support the Communications and Events team on a temporary 20-week assignment (approximately 400 hours total). This role will assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of high-profile events and special projects, including the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Open House, NYC Climate Week, COP, and AGU Annual Meeting.

Responsibilities

• Project coordination and tracking
• Event logistics support
• Communications and scheduling assistance,
• Managing timelines and materials
• Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders
• providing on-site event support as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, flexible, and comfortable managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience supporting events, communications, higher education, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations is preferred. Strong written communication and project management skills are required. 
• must be able to work Saturday October 17. 2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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