• Student Engagement Support Specialist

  Our Mission:DISCOVER.ENGAGE.LEAD! The Department of Student Engagement & Activities is committed to elevating the student experience by fostering developmental, dynamic, and inclusive co-curricular experiences through engaging events, memorable traditions, and a community of recognized student organizations. We empower students to DISCOVER their potential, find opportunities to ENGAGE in campus life, 

  and develop skills to transform, thrive, and LEAD at the University and beyond.

   

  It pays to be engaged! Student Engagement & Activities is looking for enthusiastic, passionate, and driven students willing to be a source of support and information for student organization leaders. Apply to be a Student Engagement Support Specialist today to champion involvement, leadership, and campus traditions! Specialists will work independently and collaboratively on projects that enhance the student experience and engage the campus community through the planning and execution of training and events, student organization advisement and support, and outreach initiatives. These positions allow students to give back to the community by supporting and developing student leaders, and helping students find their place on campus. You will be challenged to think critically and work with a team of dedicated student leaders and staff. The Student Engagement Support Specialists report to the Coordinators for Student Engagement & Activities. This position is for the 2026-2027 academic year, with the possibility of renewal for the following year.

  Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

  • Student Organization Support: Provide student voice and assistance to enhance the quality of support of our 400+ recognized student organizations, including:
  • Process incoming reservation requests through the online reservations system, 25Live; ensure compliance with departmental policies and standards.
  • Process forms and event requests through the online club management system, SB Engaged.
  • Manage correspondence with student organization leadership (reservation confirmations, fielding general inquiries, etc.). 
  • Serve as liaison between student organizations and professional staff. 
  • Assist with the development and implementation of training, workshops, resources, and special events to support our student organizations and their leaders. 
  • Administrative Duties: Assist in the daily office operations of the Department of Student Engagement and Activities, including:
  • Answering office phones, responding to email inquiries, and handling walk-in inquiries. 
  • Serve on committees and represent the department on panels and presentations as needed.
  • Assist with marketing and assessment of events and departmental services.
  • Attend supervisory and departmental meetings and training.
  • Event Planning and Management: Plan Involvement Fairs, Student Life Awards, and more! Provide on-site support at student, departmental events, and campus traditions as needed, which sometimes take place in the evening and/or on weekends. 

  Skills and Qualifications We Look For

  We are looking for a diverse group of enthusiastic, passionate, and driven undergraduate students who bring a unique skill set. Below are the foundational qualities and requirements we expect candidates to bring to this position:  

  Required:

  • Desire to support student organization leaders in managing their clubs and contributing to campus life.
  • Desire to be a leader and role model, including on-campus, online, and in the community.
  • Be enrolled as a matriculated undergraduate student at Stony Brook University for 2025-2026
  • Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.25.
  • Maintain appropriate conduct and standing. A sanction of University Probation or higher, or a sanction of restriction from holding leadership positions, will disqualify candidates.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills (verbally, written, and interpersonally).
  • Punctual, dependable, and adaptable. 
  • Demonstrated effective use of organizational and planning skills, and managed workflow.
  • Proficiency using various software, social media platforms, Google Apps, etc.
  • Previous experience working collaboratively as part of a diverse team, and both establishing and maintaining effective peer and supervisory relationships.

  • Time Commitment: 

  • • Expected to work approximately 8-10 hours per week
    • Willing and able to work both the fall and spring semesters. Must be able to maintain an established work schedule. 
    • Available for the following dates:
      • • Summer Weeks of Welcome & Orientation: TBD
        • Fall Involvement Fairs:  August 26th, 2026, and September 2nd, 2026 
        • Winter Weeks of Welcome & Orientation:  TBD
        • Spring Involvement Fairs: TBD

  Preferred:

  • Availability to serve in the role for more than 1 year.
  • Prior experience working with or being part of a club or organization, and/or involvement in campus life..
  • Previous experience working in an office environment.

  What You Gain: Time Commitment & Remuneration

  This is an hourly-paid position for undergraduate students. Students who qualify for work study are also welcome to apply. Student Engagement Specialists will:

  • Expected to work approximately 8-10 hours per week at the rate of $17 per hour. Tuition remission, health insurance, and retirement benefits are not included as part of this position. Hours and pay rate subject to change based on yearly budget and scheduling approvals.
  • Play a substantial role in the support and management of clubs/organizations and student life. 
  • Grow, learn, and enhance interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Meet and network with faculty, staff, and peers, which often leads to other opportunities on campus.
  • Increase Stony Brook University's knowledge.
  • Student Engagement & Activities and Student Life Apparel and Swag.
  • Opportunity to participate in year-round social and professional activities through Student Life.

  Application Instructions

  Interested applicants can apply by filling out our application on SBEngaged.  Deadline for applications is Monday, March 2nd @ 9 am.

  
  
  

  Questions?

  Email us studentengagement@stonybrook.edu or call us at 631.632.9392. 

• Undergraduate Event Coordinator

  The Event Coordinator position offers students an opportunity to learn to plan, execute, and assess programs with the assistance of other student event coordinators and professional staff. Event Coordinators will report to the Coordinator for Student Engagement and Activities and aim to specifically enhance the quality of programming and campus life.

  Position tasks include, but are not limited to:

  • Serve as the lead event coordinator through assisting in the development, planning, and execution of weekly events for the Department of Student Engagement & Activities
  • Provide staffing support at 1-2 weekly in-person evening events (typically on Fridays and Saturdays), including set-up, management, and breakdown of events as necessary
  • Be a present and active member at weekly staff meetings by providing ideas, post-event evaluations, and contributing to the success of overall programming
  • Attend and participate in training and supervision meetings
  • Represent Student Engagement & Activities at campus events as needed 
  • Build hype around weekend events through planning weekday tabling and outreach efforts
  • Other duties as assigned
  • In addition to the event coordinator responsibilities, staff members may take on functional assignments, including but not limited to 
  • Inventory Management
  • Assessment 
  • Internal Operations
  • Volunteer Recruitment 

   

  Remuneration

  This is an hourly-paid student assistant position. The successful candidate will be expected to work approximately 8-10 hours per week at $17/hour. Hours and pay rate are subject to change based on the annual budget and scheduling approvals. This position can also be done through internship credit or Federal Work Study.

  Tuition remission, health insurance, and retirement benefits are not included as part of this position. Hours and pay rate are subject to change based on the annual budget and scheduling approvals.

  Skills and Qualifications

  Required:

  • Must be enrolled as a matriculated undergraduate at Stony Brook University.
  • Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.25.  
  • A sanction of University Probation or higher, or a sanction of restriction from holding leadership positions, will disqualify candidates.
  • Availability of approximately 10 hours/week - weekend availability is a must.
  • Available to staff for in-person events weekly
  • Minimum of a one-year commitment.
  • Able to establish and maintain effective peer and supervisory relationships.
  • Customer service experience.
  • Start date may be as early as  June 1st, 2026. Must be available for a start date of no later than August 17th, 2026.
  • Available for the following dates:
    • • • Weekly Staff Meetings: Fridays, 3-5 pm
        • Fall 2026 Program Retreat: May 2nd, 2026, 10-2 pm
        • Candidate Mixer: March 28th, 2026, 10-12 pm (optional but highly encouraged)
        • Student Staff Training: August 15th, 2026, from 10-4 pm (housing accommodations for residential students will be coordinated accordingly)
        • Fall Weeks of Welcome & Orientation:  August 19th, 2026- August 23rd, 2026
        • Campus Traditions (Spooky Brook, Seawolves Showcase, etc): To Be Determined
        • Winter Weeks of Welcome & Orientation: To Be Determined

   

  Preferred:

  • Prior experience with planning and executing large-scale events.
  • Ability to lift or carry up to 20 pounds.
  • Previous experience working collaboratively as part of a diverse team.
  • Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, to meet deadlines.
  • Possess strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management. 
  • Experience creating fliers using Canva.
  • Summer & intersession availability.

  Application Instructions

  All interested applicants should fill out anapplication on SBEngaged by March 13th, 2026, at 5:00 PM.  Please email sea_programsandtraditions@stonybrook.edu if you have any questions. This position can also be found on Handshake Job #10722653

   

• Undergraduate Event Staff (FSW and Internship Only)

  The Event Staff position is designed to offer students an opportunity to learn how to execute and assess programs with the assistance of other student coordinators and professional staff. Event Staff will report to the Coordinator for Student Engagement and Activities and aim to specifically enhance the quality of programming and campus life.

  Position tasks include, but are not limited to:

  • Assist in the execution of weekly events for the Department of Student Engagement & Activities
  • Provide staffing support at 1-2 weekly in-person evening events (typically on Fridays and Saturdays), including set-up, check-in management, and breakdown of events.
  • Serve as a support to the lead event coordinator for multiple events per semester, including staffing events, connecting with event attendees, and gathering feedback. 
  • Attend and participate in training and monthly  supervision meetings
  • Attend require
  • Represent Student Engagement & Activities at campus events as needed 
  • Build hype for weekend events through weekday tabling and outreach efforts

   

  Remuneration

  This is an hourly-paid student assistant position for students with Federal Work Study or for Internship Credit. The successful candidate will be expected to work approximately 8-10 hours per week at $17/hour. Hours and pay rate subject to change based on work-study allocation and scheduling approvals. This position can also be done for internship credit. Interns can receive up to 3 credit hours for this role, depending on the hours committed to the position. 

  Tuition remission, health insurance, and retirement benefits are not included as part of this position. Hours and pay rate are subject to change based on the annual budget and scheduling approvals.

  Skills and Qualifications

  Required:

  • Must have federal work-study.
  • Must be enrolled as a matriculated undergraduate at Stony Brook University.
  • Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.25.  
  • A sanction of University Probation or higher, or a sanction of restriction from holding leadership positions, will disqualify candidates.
  • Availability of approximately 10 hours/week - weekend availability is a must.
  • Available to staff for in-person events weekly. 
  • Minimum of a one-semester commitment.
  • Able to establish and maintain effective peer and supervisory relationships.
  • Customer service experience.
  • Available for the following dates:
  • Weekly Staff Meetings: Fridays, 3-5 pm
  • Student Staff Training: August 15, 2026, from 10-4 pm
  • Fall Weeks of Welcome & Orientation: August 19th, 2026 to August 23rd, 2026
  • Campus Traditions (Spooky Brook, Seawolves Showcase, etc): To Be Determined
  • Winter Weeks of Welcome & Orientation: To Be Determined

  Preferred:

  • Prior experience with supporting and executing large-scale events.
  • Ability to lift or carry up to 20 pounds.
  • Previous experience working collaboratively as part of a diverse team.
  • Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, to meet deadlines.
  • Possesses strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management. 

  Application Instructions

  All interested applicants should fill out anapplicationon SBEngaged by March 13th, 2026, at 5:00 PM.  Please email sea_programsandtraditions@stonybrook.edu if you have any questions. Undergraduate Event Staff application can also be found on Handshake Job #10722624

  
  
  

• Student Excellence and Leadership Intern (Applications are Closed)

  Are you a student leader who is knowledgeable about running a club and wants to help others? Student Engagement and Activities is looking for enthusiastic, passionate, and well-informed club leaders who are willing to be a source of support and inspiration for student organization leaders. 

  Apply to be a  Student Excellence and Leadership Intern (SEAL) and become a peer mentor for our student leaders to learn and navigate the process of club and organization management.  The 'SEAL' will work independently and collaboratively amongst a small team of involved leaders just like you to create projects to enhance the student experience through the planning and execution of training for student leaders. The 'SEAL' will mentor student leaders throughout the new club process, provide resources, and create content that will be shared amongst leadership to use and implement in their club. You will be challenged to think creatively, critically, and use your experience to enhance how we, in Student Engagement and Activities, provide training to our 500+ clubs on campus. 

  Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

  • Student Organization Support: Provide a student voice and assistance to enhance the quality of student leader training by providing support to our 500+ recognized student organization including:
  • Auditing compliance trainings for our student leaders (Prevent Zone, Student Organization Essential trainings)
  • Serve as a liaison between student organization and professional staff for support needed in our club community 
  • Build curriculum for student organization training (in person, online, hybrid)
  • Enhance, assist and work alongside professional staff in a peer-to-peer training for our New Club Cohort Process
  • Execute with workshops for club leadership as a presenter or co-presenter
  • Research best practices that affect clubs and organizations and make suggestions for changes to current policies
  • Create content for ‘What’s REEL with the SEALs’ social media reel series that may include: connecting to student leaders or students about the importance of involvement
  • Assist in the development and creation of a Digital Leadership Library 
  • Other duties as assigned

  Remuneration 

  This position is for academic credit only. Students hired as interns will be expected to work 12 hours per week and will earn up to 6 academic credits (3 per semester) for their successful completion of EXT 288 or EXT 488.  Tuition remission, health insurance, and retirement benefits are not included as part of this position. 

  SEAL Interns will be provided with Student Engagement and Activities swag, a stole (if graduating) and will be part of the Student Life staff within our Divisions. 

  Skills and Qualifications

  Required:

  • Must be enrolled as a full time, undergraduate student at Stony Brook University for the 2025-2026 year. 
  • Must minimally be of sophomore class standing by the date of employment
  • Applications must be in good judicial and academic standing, with a minimum GPA of 2.25
  • Proficiency in using Google Apps and various social media platforms
  • Demonstrated effective use of organizational and planning skills, and managing workflow in a fast paced work environment. 
  • Must be registered for either EXT 288 or EXT 488 through the Career Center
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects and to work autonomously 
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills (verbally, written, and interpersonally)

  • Available for staff training 
  • Willing and able to work the full academic year

  Preferred:

  • Prior experience working with or being part of a club or organization, planning events, advising or supervising students
  • Previous experience working in an office environment
  • Familiarity with SBEngaged
  • Familiarity with our Community Guidelines for Recognized Student Organizations

  Application Instructions

  Interested applicants can apply by completing the application form on SBEngaged or on Handshake (Job #9700650) by May 1st at 5:00PM. 

  Questions?

  Email us studentengagement@stonybrook.edu or call us at 631.632.9392.

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