Global Career Summit Coordinator

Job Description:

The International Career Center at Berklee Valencia is looking for several Global Career Summit Coordinators to provide general programmatic, operational, and logistical support during the Global Career Summit 2027.

Global Career Summit Coordinators will play an active role in ensuring the smooth execution of the event, supporting participants, speakers, and staff throughout the Summit. This is a dynamic, hands-on opportunity to gain experience in event management, career development, innovation, and international networking while contributing to one of Berklee Valencia's key professional development events.

Employment Dates: Thursday, January 7 – Monday, January 18, 2027 (both included)

Global Career Summit Dates: January 11–15, 2027.

Type of Position: Full-time temporary

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must have the legal right to work in Spain.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Must be based in Valencia and available to work in person, with their own accommodation.
• Must be available for the full employment period (January 7–18, 2027).
• Friendly, proactive, and comfortable interacting with students, speakers, and industry professionals.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and willing to support a variety of tasks.
• Well-organized, dependable, and able to approach unexpected challenges with a positive, solution-oriented attitude.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in event planning, production, or coordination, particularly conferences, festivals, or professional events.
• Interest in or experience with the music and entertainment industries, entrepreneurship, innovation, or career development.
• Experience assisting guest speakers, panelists, industry professionals, or VIP guests.
• Deep knowledge about Berklee Valencia, the campus, and its programs (alumni and post-master's students are welcome to apply).
• Familiarity with audiovisual production, including sound, lighting, or presentation equipment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Job Responsibilities: 

Specific responsibilities may vary depending on the Summit's schedule, sessions, and operational needs.

• Pre-Summit Preparation: Assist with logistical preparations, including organizing materials, preparing venues, setting up rooms, and coordinating registration.
• Innovation Tracks: Provide hands-on support for one or more Innovation Tracks, assisting with workshop logistics, participant coordination, and smooth session execution.
• Speaker & Guest Support: Welcome and assist speakers, panelists, and industry professionals, helping coordinate arrivals, guide them to sessions, and address their logistical needs.
• Participant Support: Serve as a point of contact for attendees, answering questions about schedules, locations, activities, and general Summit logistics.
• Session & Event Coordination: Assist with the setup, execution, and wrap-up of presentations, panels, workshops, networking activities, and other Summit events, including basic audiovisual and technical support as needed.
• On-Site Problem-Solving: Help address unexpected challenges, last-minute changes, and logistical issues, coordinating with the team when additional support is needed.
• Team Support: Work closely with the International Career Center and other Berklee teams to assist with daily operations, communications, and post-event activities.

Additional training and/or documentation may be required. Some evening and weekend hours may be required depending on the Summit's schedule.

 

Applicants who are both interested and qualified should submit the following materials:

• Cover letter that addresses the applicant’s capabilities and experiences
• A Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Candidates may be asked to submit additional materials at a later date.

Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee: 

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.  Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.

*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

Employee Type:

Staff