Work at Norris
Norris is currently taking applications for the positions listed in the table below to start Summer/Fall 2021.
Apply to one of the best student jobs on campus!
- One application can be used to apply for up to three positions.
- Please apply only for positions currently open and available.
- Work-Study eligibility is preferred but NOT required (unless noted in specific job listing)
- All Norris jobs currently have a starting hourly wage of $13.00.
- Production Assistants, PSV Attendants, and ARTica attendants can start working this summer.
For Center Manager and Supervisor positions, visit https://www.northwestern.edu/norris/employment/lead-at-norris.html
Eligibility
These postings are for current or incoming full-time undergraduate Northwestern students only. Any invalid applicants should not expect a response from supervisors. Work-Study eligibility is preferred but NOT required (unless noted in specific job listing).
How to Apply
- Read the position descriptions linked to position titles below to decide which one(s) interest you.
- Prepare your cover letter and resume, as Word, text, or PDF files.
- Complete the Norris Job Application.
University Career Advancement
Visit the Career Advancement website for sample cover letters, resumes, and information on other career services.
Norris Positions Open:
| Position Title | Position Description (click on title link for detailed description) |
Contact Information | Job Post End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norris Production Assistant |
CAN START IN SUMMER The Norris Center Production Assistants (PA) are vital members of the Event Production team. They are responsible for the setup and teardown of equipment and A/V for all events in the Norris Center, serving a wide range of clients in the building. |
Michael Hill |
OPEN |
| Performance and Satellite Venues Attendant |
CAN START IN SUMMER Performance and Satellite Venues Attendant The Norris Center Performance and Satellite Venues Attendants help maintain equipment and staff events at the Norris Center Performance and Satellite Venues. These include Cahn Auditorium, The Guild Lounge, Ryan Family Auditorium, Shanley Pavilion, Lutkin Hall, 2122 Performance Hall, and The Great Room. Attendants will also support the Norris Tech Services team in the NTS office or on events, including virtual or hybrid events. |
Emily Crespo
|
OPEN |
| ARTica Attendant |
CAN START IN SUMMER An active team member who participates in the area’s development and daily operation, including completion of daily tasks, assisting with promotion/advertising, equipment usage instruction, and ensuring the safety of the patrons. The attendant creates a friendly, informative, customer-oriented atmosphere through interacting professionally with customers and assisting them with their art projects. |
Debra Blade |
OPEN |
| Event Planning Student Coordinator |
START IN FALL Event Planning Student Coordinator The Event Planning Student Coordinator is a key support student staff member who is responsible for various event planning tasks and communication for student organizations and university departments within the Event Management Office. |
Dornette Ashley |
OPEN |
| Game Room Attendant |
START IN FALL An active team member who participates with providing leisure for the university community. The attendant is responsible for creating a fun and relaxed, customer oriented environment by maintaining all recreational equipment and promoting game activities.
|
Debra Blade |
OPEN |
| Mini Courses Attendant |
START IN FALL The Mini Courses attendant reports to two student co-supervisors and the Program Assistant. The attendant will develop a wide knowledge of Mini Courses' classes in order to best serve potential students. Assists in the daily operation of Mini Courses by providing customer service, instructor support, and assisting with registration, promotion and social media maintenance. Mini Courses provides fun, non-credit leisure classes to the NU and Evanston communities. The ideal candidate is responsible, reliable, and a team player. |
Debra Blade |
OPEN |
| Norris Outdoors Attendant |
START IN FALL An active team member who participates in the area's development, including promotion/advertising, renting equipment, equipment maintenance, and programming, the attendant creates a friendly, informative, customer-oriented atmosphere through interacting professionally with customers. |
Debra Blade |
OPEN |
| SOFO Financial Assistant |
START IN FALL, WORK-STUDY ELIGIBILITY REQUIRED Duties include: providing front line customer service to student organization officers; offering preliminary screening of transaction requests and their supporting documentation; and the shepherding transactions to completion. Financial Assistants serve as informational resources—focusing on SOFO policies, procedures and best practices—for student leaders and their staff advisors. |
Federica Firetto
|
OPEN |
| Center Desk Attendant |
START IN FALL The Norris Center Desk Attendant position is intended to act as the concierge service of the Norris University Center. In addition to being the initial point of contact in the building, the Center Desk also serves as a relay of information to other departments both in and out of the building. The attendant is expected to have a can-do attitude and positive disposition when dealing with guest and clients of Norris. Additionally, the position also serves as a box office attendant in pre-scheduled ticketed events being facilitated by the Norris Box Office. |
Meredith Young
|
OPEN |
Proof of Work Eligibility
Due to government regulations, you must complete federal employment eligibility before being hired, including showing original proof of identification. Carefully review the work eligibility list (PDF) to ensure you have the correct documents. By applying, you acknowledge that you will not be hired or paid for any time worked until these documents are presented.