Arc is the cool older sibling at UNSW. We pride ourselves on our obsession with student life because we know that the best part of going to uni is all the fun stuff you do outside the classroom. Our mission is to create the best student experience and we do that through a huge range of opportunities and services available to students online and in person. Working at Arc you’ll join a welcoming team of passionate people who believe in listening to students, working together and constantly being better. Plus there are plenty of employee perks like cake, volleyball, Arc Wellness and heaps more.
Job Description
About The Role
As an Event Casual, you’ll work closely with Event Managers to make Arc’s biggest and best events come to life. You’ll help with everything from set-up to pack-down, handle on-site logistics, support student-facing activities, and make sure things run smoothly behind the scenes.
You’ll get hands-on experience in events, work with an energetic team, and help shape the campus culture for thousands of UNSW students.
Who are We?
Arc is UNSW’s student organisation. We like to call ourselves the cool older sibling. We know that the best parts of going to uni is all the stuff you do outside the classroom, and we pride ourselves on making that experience awesome. We do that through a huge range of opportunities and services available to students online and in-person.
Working at Arc you’ll join a welcoming team of full of like-minded students, who believe in listening to students, working together and having fun between hard work. Work perks include professional development opportunities, the occasional work cake party, hot desk spaces, tickets to the Arc Annual Dinner, and more. But probably the best thing you’ll get out of working here are some friendships you’ll never forget.
Imposter Syndrome disclaimer:
If you’re reading this thinking, ‘no way can I do this, I have no experience’, you should know that some of the best student coordinators at Arc applied when they had no experience. We took them on because we believe in giving people their first chance, and because they showed they had a willingness to learn, problem solve and try new things. You could be that person too.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities
• Setting up and packing down event infrastructure (marquees, tables, chairs, signage, BBQs, benches, sports equipment, etc.)
• Returning all equipment to correct storage areas
• Supporting event logistics including crowd control and site clean-up
• Jumping into ad hoc event tasks: food handling, helping at Arc stalls, and student-facing activations
• Completing equipment audits and stock takes as directed
• Representing Arc with positivity, professionalism, and a friendly attitude
• Following Arc WHS policies to contribute to a safe working environment
Desired Skills and Experience
SELECTION CRITERIA
• Current UNSW student (must remain enrolled until end of 2026)
• Comfortable lifting heavy loads + confident using safe lifting practices
• A reliable team player with solid problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; approachable and enthusiastic
• Consistent availability during term time (approx. 3 × 3-hour shifts per month on average)
• Availability for 2026 O-Week (9–13 Feb) and Discovery Fest (17–19 Feb)
DESIRABLE
• Knowledge and familiarity Arc and everything that we do – in particular, the Student Programs, Clubs and Sports.
• Leadership experience with large teams.
• Experience in organising events and/or projects.
• Experience in engaging student participants and volunteers online and in person.
What We Can Offer You
• Flexible hours to suit your Uni timetable (average of 5hrs/week)
• A casual hourly rate of $34.06/ hr
• A unique opportunity to positively impact your peers
• A fun, fast and driven environment with lots of potential for learning and growth
• Awesome professional experience working in a sector leading organisation
Applications close on 5th of January 2026 If you would like to apply, submit the following:
1. A one-page resume
2. A one-page cover letter that addresses the selection criteria and answers the following questions: Event Casuals play a key role in delivering smooth, safe, and vibrant Arc events on campus.
• What motivates you to be part of creating fun and engaging campus events for UNSW students?
• How would you contribute to ensuring Arc events run smoothly, from set-up to packdown?
• What would be your top priority while working as an Event Casual to help make each event a success?
