Calm and Crafty Corner Event Coordinator

Position Summary

The Calm and Crafty Corner Intern supports the University Center by helping execute pre-planned fall programming, evaluating how those events perform, and contributing to the development of spring semester curriculum and event planning. This position is designed as a learning-focused role, offering hands-on experience in event production, program assessment, and student engagement. The intern will help ensure the Calm and Crafty Corner remains a welcoming, well-run space that meets student interest and evolves based on what works.

Role and Responsibilities

• Execute pre-planned fall events, including setup, materials preparation, facilitation, and teardown
• Prepare, organize, and track craft supplies and inventory before and after each event
• Welcome students into the space, assist with projects, and maintain a calm, inviting atmosphere
• Record attendance, participation levels, and materials usage for each event
• Gather student feedback through informal conversation, sign-ins, and short surveys
• Analyze which activities, formats, days, and time slots generate the strongest engagement — and which do not
• Write brief post-event recaps summarizing outcomes, challenges, and recommendations for staff
• Contribute to spring semester curriculum by proposing craft activities, skill levels, and program sequencing
• Draft run of show documents for spring events, including timelines, staffing needs, supply lists, and setup requirements
• Help estimate supply quantities and costs for proposed spring activities
• Collaborate with University Center staff and other program areas to cross-promote and coordinate events
• Maintain professionalism and represent the Calm and Crafty Corner positively

Required Qualifications

• Interest in crafts, arts, wellness programming, or event planning
• Comfortable engaging with students and creating a welcoming environment
• Reliable, organized, and able to manage time effectively
• Basic comfort with tracking information in spreadsheets or online forms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and follow guidelines
• Willingness to learn and accept feedback
• Availability during scheduled event times, which may include evenings or weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading or assisting with craft workshops, classes, or campus events
• Familiarity with a range of craft mediums (fiber arts, painting, paper crafts, jewelry, etc.)
• Experience with survey or feedback tools such as Google Forms or Qualtrics
• Interest in student engagement, wellness programming, or community building

Learning Objectives

By the end of this internship, the Calm and Crafty Corner Intern will have experience with:

• Event execution and on-site problem solving
• Program assessment and data-informed decision making
• Curriculum development and activity sequencing
• Run of show creation and event documentation
• Basic supply and budget planning
• Professional communication and teamwork