About this Event Assistant role at McGill University
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Hiring Unit:
Bensadoun School of Retail Management
Position Summary:
Overseen by BSRM, the intern will have as principal responsibilities:
- Setup: Prepare the room and event space before guests arrive, including chairs, tables, signage and the welcome table.
- Welcome and on-site support: Greet and check in guests, guide them to the room, and support the team throughout the event.
- Teardown: Tidy up and restore the room to its original layout after the event.
Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities
MMR, MBA, MMA students or U2 of the McGill University BCom Degree program, with a concentration in Retail and preferably a focus on finance, analytics and/or IS. Ability to prioritize and multi-task; strong organizational skills, reliable, self-motivated with an ability to work autonomously and with others in a team. English (spoken and written), French (spoken and written) an asset.
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.
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This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.
