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Innovation and Entrepreneurship Assistant

 

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Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to assist the Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship with various networking and liaison events that include Start-up-Nights and other promotional and marketing initiatives for new entrepreneurs (including current students and Alumni) associated with the Schulich School of Business.

Education:
Undergraduate student

Experience:
One (1) year previous experience working in a busy office environment with experience in planning and executing events, both face-to-face and through social media/virtual events platforms.

Skills:
- Excellent customer service, research and data analytical skills.- Excellent and effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to be concise and clearAbility to handle a high volume of customer service inquiries, be detail oriented and be able to multi-task. - Proficient computer skills with MS Excel and on-line systems.

Additional Notes:


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