CPT Events Manager Jobs
Events Manager jobs on CPT let you apply coursework in hospitality, marketing, or business administration to real event production cycles. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must connect directly to your enrolled program. Most positions involve vendor coordination, budget oversight, and cross-functional team management.
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The University Career Center (UCC) is looking for an exceptional individual to help develop, enhance, and implement a variety of UCC events and programs for a large campus department. This position provides the opportunity for hands-on, resume building experience in event coordinator and program management. Ideally the candidate will be able to start in early September and continue through the 2026-2027 academic year. In addition the ideal candidate will possess exceptional attention to detail and be an excellent communicator. They will also be a creative and innovative thinker with an interest in event and program development and coordination.
Job Description
50%-Administrative Projects:
- Support the administration and planning of UCC events and programs
- Generate event materials, such as nametags, table signs, maps, and other
- Support post-event data collection, organization, and reporting
- Maintain and update event employer contacts in Handshake
- General administrative support, including email, managing mail and shipped materials
- Oversite and organization of event materials and storage spaces
- Process event payments and deposits
40%-Events Support:
- Provide on-site support for 10-12 UCC events and programming, per semester
- Pre- and post-event task support
- Coordinating volunteers
- Troubleshooting employer questions
- Represent the UCC at employer and career-related events
10%-Miscellaneous:
- Maintain UCC event assets, including technology, signage, and other event support materials
- Other job duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Exceptional communication skills, as evidenced by application materials
- Must have Federal Work Study eligibility
- Experience in Microsoft Office, as evidenced by application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
- Verified Federal Work Study (FWS) eligibility. To check eligibility, submit a FAFSA form. For questions, contact the KU Financial Aid Office at financialaid@ku.edu or 785-864-4700.
- Ability to maintain a 3.0 GPA
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, Canva
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
Additional Candidate Instructions
A complete application consists of:
- Completion of the online application.
- Resume and cover letter addressing how the required and preferred qualifications are met.
- Names and contact information for 3 professional references.
Application review begins Monday, August 17, 2026 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.
Contact Information to Applicants
Megan Joy
megan.joy@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
12.00
Anticipated Start Date
Monday September 21, 2026
Posting Information
- Posting ID: 33421BR
- Department: University Career Center
- Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
- Reg/Temp: Temporary
- Employee Class: S-Student
Position Overview
The University Career Center (UCC) is looking for an exceptional individual to help develop, enhance, and implement a variety of UCC events and programs for a large campus department. This position provides the opportunity for hands-on, resume building experience in event coordinator and program management. Ideally the candidate will be able to start in early September and continue through the 2026-2027 academic year. In addition the ideal candidate will possess exceptional attention to detail and be an excellent communicator. They will also be a creative and innovative thinker with an interest in event and program development and coordination.
Job Description
50%-Administrative Projects:
- Support the administration and planning of UCC events and programs
- Generate event materials, such as nametags, table signs, maps, and other
- Support post-event data collection, organization, and reporting
- Maintain and update event employer contacts in Handshake
- General administrative support, including email, managing mail and shipped materials
- Oversite and organization of event materials and storage spaces
- Process event payments and deposits
40%-Events Support:
- Provide on-site support for 10-12 UCC events and programming, per semester
- Pre- and post-event task support
- Coordinating volunteers
- Troubleshooting employer questions
- Represent the UCC at employer and career-related events
10%-Miscellaneous:
- Maintain UCC event assets, including technology, signage, and other event support materials
- Other job duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Exceptional communication skills, as evidenced by application materials
- Must have Federal Work Study eligibility
- Experience in Microsoft Office, as evidenced by application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
- Verified Federal Work Study (FWS) eligibility. To check eligibility, submit a FAFSA form. For questions, contact the KU Financial Aid Office at financialaid@ku.edu or 785-864-4700.
- Ability to maintain a 3.0 GPA
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, Canva
Position Requirements
During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).
Employment Conditions
(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.
Additional Candidate Instructions
A complete application consists of:
- Completion of the online application.
- Resume and cover letter addressing how the required and preferred qualifications are met.
- Names and contact information for 3 professional references.
Application review begins Monday, August 17, 2026 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.
Contact Information to Applicants
Megan Joy
megan.joy@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
12.00
Anticipated Start Date
Monday September 21, 2026
Posting Information
- Posting ID: 33421BR
- Department: University Career Center
- Primary Campus: University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
- Reg/Temp: Temporary
- Employee Class: S-Student
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Get Access To All JobsEvents Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Events Manager role qualify for CPT authorization?
It depends on your program of study. CPT qualifies when the work is an integral part of your curriculum, meaning your DSO must connect the role's duties to your enrolled degree. Events Manager positions in hospitality management, marketing, or business administration programs typically meet this standard. Programs in unrelated fields may require a curricular justification from your academic advisor before your DSO can approve.
Can I work full-time as an Events Manager on CPT?
Yes, but full-time CPT, meaning 20 or more hours per week, consumes your OPT eligibility. If you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT, you lose eligibility for OPT entirely, including the STEM OPT extension. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, does not affect OPT. Most students in Events Manager internships structure the arrangement as part-time to preserve post-graduation options.
What documents does an employer need before my CPT start date?
Your employer needs your updated I-20 showing CPT authorization for their specific company, your start and end dates, and your F-1 visa and I-94 record. Some employers also request a copy of your EAD, though CPT does not require a separate EAD card. Your DSO authorizes CPT directly on the I-20, so that document is the primary authorization record you provide to HR.
How do I find Events Manager employers who are familiar with F-1 CPT?
Search Migrate Mate for Events Manager openings filtered by employers with F-1 hiring experience. Companies that have previously sponsored F-1 students understand CPT paperwork timelines and won't delay your start date because HR is unfamiliar with the process. Event production agencies, hospitality groups, and corporate conference teams are common CPT employers in this role category.
What happens if my CPT end date falls before the event I'm managing wraps up?
Your CPT authorization is tied to the dates on your I-20, and working beyond that end date puts your F-1 status at risk. If the project timeline extends, work with your DSO to request an updated I-20 before the current authorization expires. Most DSOs can extend CPT for the same employer with a new offer letter showing the revised end date and continued curricular relevance.