University of Pennsylvania Hiring for Event Content Coordinator, Wharton (Baker Retailing Initiative) at Tangen Hall Full Time

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

Posted Job TitleEvent Content Coordinator, Wharton (Baker Retailing Initiative)Job Profile TitleTemporary Employee – Non-ExemptJob Description SummaryThis role coordinates aspects of routine to complex projects/activities for the department. Specific tasks may include assisting the Managing Director with content creation for our events including the student Ideathon and CEO summit, writing related correspondence/reports, communicating with C-suite executives, identifying speakers for our two largest events, other duties as assigned.Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate a range of activities for the department
• Content creation for our events including the student Ideathon and CEO summit
• Write routine to complex correspondences/reports
• Communicate with C-suite executives and their assistants
• Identifying speakers for two large events
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Excellent writing skills
• Understanding of the retail industry

Job Location – City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolWharton SchoolPay Range$7.25 – $25.00 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

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Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.