Summer Event Associate

7 days ago

Vancouver, Canada Lookout Housing and Health Society Full time

**Employment Status**

Full Time Temporary

**Location**

The Art Studios, Vancouver

Shift is Monday through Friday, 09:00 - 16:00 Hours

**Salary**

$19.40 per hour

**Position Summary**

We are seeking an enthusiastic and artistic individual to join our Art Studios team as Special Events Associate with the Canada Summer Jobs summer 2025 program. As a Special Events Associate, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in event and workshop planning, coordination, and execution as part of our mental health art programming. You will work closely with our experienced Art Studios team of staff and mentors to assist in organizing a variety of special events, including but not limited to workshops, painting drop ins and community outreach initiatives.
This position offers a unique opportunity to develop valuable skills, and make meaningful contributions to our organization's mission. This is a contract position that runs 8 weeks from hire date, and no later than August 31, 2025.

**Job Duties**

The Special Events Associate will provide assistance, support, direction and other services for a wide variety of Lookout clients. The Special Events Associate will assist with development of supportive relationships in the community, develop service plans, and work closely with staff in regard to organizing and implementing special events for the client/tenants/guests of Lookout.
- Assist in the planning and coordination of special events from conception to execution
- Research and secure event venues, vendors, and other resources
- Coordinate logistics, including event schedules, volunteers, and peer participation
- Assist with event promotion, community outreach and marketing efforts
- Provide on-site support during events, including setup, participant registration, and troubleshooting
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders and partners to ensure the success of each event
- Assist with post-event evaluation and analysis to identify areas for improvement

**Qualifications & Requirements**
- Currently enrolled as a full-time student in a relevant field (e.g., Event Management, Fine Arts - visual or ceramic, Communications, Community Mental Health etc.)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in art events, art programming, community art events and/or art sales
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Instagram
- Previous experience in event planning, customer service, or related fields is preferred but not required
- Criminal Record Check Required
- Must be a Canadian Citizen or a Permanent Resident (Canada Jobs requirement)

**Closing Date**

Applications will be accepted until May 22, 2025 at 5:00 pm

Pay: $19.40 per hour

Work Location: In person

  • Summer Events Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Ronald McDonald House BC and Yukon Full time

    **About the Organization** At Ronald McDonald House Charities® British Columbia and Yukon (RMH BC), we envision a province where families stay close to their sick children. Today, 2 out of 3 Canadians live in a city or town without a children’s hospital. Our Mission is to give sick children the healing power of being together with family. As a champion...

  • Summer Events Team

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Ace Beverage Group Full time

    **Title**: Summer Events Team Intern **Reports to**: Events Coordinator **Location**: Vancouver, BC **Contract Length**: May 1, 2025 to August 30, 2025 _(option to start earlier if available)_ **Hours**: 40 hours/week, weekends and evenings as needed **Compensation**: $41,600 per annum **Application Deadline**: February 1, 2025 **About Ace Beverage Group**:...

  • Vancouver Sales Market Specialist

    4 days ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Summer Fridays Full time

    SUMMER FRIDAYS - Start Date January 7th 2026Job Title:Market Sales Specialist (Vancouver)Reporting to:Canada Sales & Education ManagerPosition SummarySummer Fridays is a rapidly growing clean skincare brand that is quickly becoming Sephora's top brand. We are seeking a dynamicMarket Specialist(freelance sales) to join our team in theVancouver market. This...

  • Summer Outdoor Events Recycling Staff

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Growing City Full time

    **Summer Outdoor Events Recycling Staff (Seasonal Part Time)** - Are you passionate about making an impact on our local community and environment? - Do you love the hustle and bustle of working on a team during an outdoor event? - Are you a team-oriented, customer-service focused, solutions-minded person? - Can you help us deliver recycling & waste services...

  • Summer Outdoor Events Recycling Staff

    7 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada Growing City Full time

    **Summer Outdoor Events Recycling Staff (On Call)** - Are you passionate about making an impact on our local community and environment? - Do you love the hustle and bustle of working on a team during an outdoor event? - Are you a team-oriented, customer-service focused, solutions-minded person? - Can you help us deliver recycling & waste services excellence...

  • Summer Events Team Intern

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada . contract . December , Ace Beverage Group Full time

    Title: Summer Events Team Intern Reports to: Events Coordinator Location: Vancouver, BC Contract Length: May 1, 2026 to August 30, 2026 (option to start earlier if available) Hours: 40 hours/week, weekends and evenings as needed Compensation: $41,600 per annum Application Deadline: February 15th, 2026  About Ace Beverage Group:  Ace Beverage Group is...

  • Events Associate

    1 week ago

    Vancouver, Canada Alma Mater Society of UBC Vancouver Full time

    The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the University of British Columbia’s (UBC) student society, and works to improve the academic, social and personal lives of the 56,000 UBC students at its Vancouver campus. The AMS also runs nine food and beverage outlets, a catering and conference operation, and the AMS Student Nest, providing on-campus employment...

  • Events Associate

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Alma Mater Society of UBC Vancouver Full time

    The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the University of British Columbia’s (UBC) student society, and works to improve the academic, social and personal lives of the 56,000 UBC students at its Vancouver campus. The AMS also runs nine food and beverage outlets, a catering and conference operation, and the AMS Student Nest, providing on-campus employment...

  • Summer Intern

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Timecash Mobile Application Inc Full time

    We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Summer Intern to join our dynamic team in the crypto industry. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in product operations, event management, user engagement, and marketing strategies within the fast-paced blockchain and cryptocurrency space. **Responsibilities**: -...

  • Equity Research Associate Intern

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Raymond James Financial, Inc. Full time

    2500617 - At Raymond James, _**_we _**_develop, _**_we _**_collaborate, _**_we _**_decide, _**_we _**_deliver, and _**_we _**_improve together_. Raymond James Ltd. is Canada’s leading independent investment dealers offering high quality investment products and services to Canadians seeking customized solutions to their wealth management needs. **Equity...