Reunion Job Opportunities: Clerk, Van Driver & Set-Up Worker
Reunion? What’s that?
Every June, over 7,000 Cornellians and their families come back to Ithaca for their class Reunion. The weekend is packed full of programming from class meals, Cornell lectures, family-friendly activities, dance parties, and more. Think of it as the ultimate summer camp for alumni with activities running all hours of the day.
Are you looking for an amazing, one-week paid opportunity for the summer? Alumni Affairs and Development (AAD) is now hiring 100+ student clerk positions for Cornell Reunion from June 8-11, 2023! If you are a proud Cornell student and interested in joining us for an exciting week, read on!
What do Clerks do?
Both Reunion Head Clerks and Reunion Class Clerks provide administrative support to Reunion Programs staff and provide a high level of customer service to both internal and external constituents. As a clerk you’d staff Cornell’s largest alumni event: Reunion!
Both Reunion Head Clerks and Reunion Class Clerks usually work 40 to 60 hours on the following tasks to name a few:
- Decorating Reunion headquarters for central/class areas.
- Providing customer service to guests attending Reunion.
- Coordinating class-specific programs.
- Entertaining alumni—they love to talk to current students!
What’s in it for me?
- Starting pay of $15/hr. for Class Clerks and $16.00/hr. for Head Clerks. With free meals if working during designated meal shift times.
- Free housing on campus from Monday evening June 5, through Sunday morning, June 11.
- Networking with alumni; attendees love to hear what student life is like today and will seek out conversation with clerks.
- Opportunity for continued employment; this is an annual event and we’d love to have you back for future Reunions during your time as an undergraduate Cornell student (with an hourly raise each summer, of course!)
- It’s FUN!
Please apply if you:
- Have no other obligations June 5-11; you will not be able to manage any coursework, job, or internship while working Reunion.
- Are currently a full-time Cornell student set to graduate 2023-2026.
- Are committed to completing an I-9 form which requires physical documentation of a social security card or other documents.
Learn more
- View job postings 65478 and 65479 on the student employment database here
- Attend an information session on March 28 from 4:30-5:30 pm here!
I’m interested!
Applications are now open until March 31, 2023.
Have you been a Reunion Clerk before? If so, please reach out to Jamie Hom.
Other job opportunities
These important roles help make Reunion a success and are NOT limited to members of the Cornell community.
Van Driver
Pleasant, courteous drivers with strong interpersonal skills are needed to meet alumni and staff transportation needs from Thursday, June 8, through Sunday, June 11 (4 days only). Earn $15 per hour for 30-40 hours. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid US driver’s license and a safe driving record. Applicants must be familiar with Cornell’s campus and the Ithaca community and have the ability to operate a seven-passenger minivan.
If hired, a brief online driver safety training will need to be completed and drivers will need to register with Cornell Fleet Services and complete a driver release form.
Learn more
- View job posting 65516 on the student employment database here
Applications are now open until April 14th, 2023.
Questions? Interested in applying? Contact Dana Hesson at dah392@cornell.edu.
Set-Up (Facilities) Worker
Reunion set-up workers needed Wednesday, June 7 through Sunday, June 11 (5 days only) to assist facilities team with Reunion behind the scenes work. Responsibilities include preparing grounds and facilities for events, adding and removing event supplies (tables, chairs, decorations, etc.), adding and removing tent walls, and assisting with clean up and minor repairs. Applicants must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Pay is $15 per hour for an average of 40-60 hours. Workdays are rain or shine. Daytime and late evening shifts available, applicants must be flexible with timing during the five days of this position. Hours vary depending on the needs of the day. Positive attitude and team orientation required.
Learn more
- View job posting #65543 on the student employment database here
Applications are now open until April 14th, 2023.
Questions? Interested in applying? Contact Dana Hesson at dah392@cornell.edu.
