About the role#
Student Assistants work with South Beach Wine and Food Festival (SOBEWFF) staff to plan, coordinate, and execute festival projects. These roles require in-person work at the Wynwood office and the festival warehouse. You will support managers across various departments, including product operations, fundraising, and marketing. This position requires up to 20 hours per week and full availability during the festival week, specifically February 25-28, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support project planning and execution.
- Assist with supplier data tracking, product verification, and processing requests.
- Maintain accurate records in spreadsheets and databases.
- Monitor project deadlines and follow up on event forms.
- Participate in warehouse product checks to confirm vintages and quantities.
- Coordinate donations and auction items.
- Assist with social media and marketing campaign communications.
- Provide on-site support during festival events.
- Perform light physical work and lifting as required.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an FIU student during both Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.
- Minimum of 6 credits for undergraduates or 3 credits for graduate students.
- At least 3 semesters of prior FIU work experience or related industry experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), Google Drive, Outlook, and Zoom.
- Strong written and verbal communication, customer service, and follow-up skills.
- Ability to build positive working relationships and maintain confidentiality.
- Reliable transportation for office, warehouse, and site visits.
- Access to a laptop, smartphone, email, and internet.
- A letter of recommendation from a prior supervisor.
- Completion of FIU Service Excellence training (or completion within the first 30 days).
Location & details#
- Location: Miami, Florida (Wynwood Office and festival warehouse).
- Term: Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Florida International University
Florida International University is a public research institution based in Miami. Founded in 1965, the university serves over 56,000 students through a variety of bachelor, master, and doctoral degree programs. It maintains a large staff of over 12,000 employees and operates across multiple campus locations. The university focuses on research in fields including medicine, engineering, business, and journalism.
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