Job Description

About Us

NAT (the Network for Applied Technology, formerly NeurAlbertaTech) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting education, collaboration and innovation in biosensing technology.

Our focus is on helping people use emerging technology to solve real problems in their communities. Our programs connect teams of students and recent grads with community and clinical partners and provide the hardware, mentorship, and infrastructure for them to prototype, validate, and scale their projects.

Founded by students in 2019, NAT has engaged thousands of youth and early-career professionals through its programs and strategic partnerships across Canada and beyond.

Position Overview

The Events Lead is responsible for organizing and coordinating NAT's public programs, including hackathons, workshops, and other community events. This role involves detailed planning, team coordination, and on-the-ground execution. The ideal candidate is reliable, organized, and interested in organizing events that bring people together to learn and build new things.

You'll work closely with internal teams, volunteers, and community partners to ensure each event runs smoothly. This role also offers space to test new formats, improve existing systems, and take on leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Event Planning and Coordination

Build and maintain timelines and task lists for each event. Secure venues, supplies, bookings, and other logistics. Create clear run-of-show documents and setup plans.

Team Communication and Collaboration

Work with leads from workshops, communications, and logistics to align details. Maintain shared documentation and schedules across teams. Track updates and keep everyone informed.

Volunteer Coordination

Help recruit, train, and manage volunteers. Ensure volunteers understand their roles and are prepared. Provide on-site support and clear direction during events.

On-Site and Virtual Execution

Lead setup, check-in, transitions, and takedown. Handle questions and resolve issues quickly. Monitor pacing and flag anything that needs adjustment.

Reflection and Improvement

Collect feedback after each event. Contribute to post-event reports and recommendations. Help improve templates and processes for future events.

Skills & Competencies

Clear communicator who is comfortable working with a team Strong planning and time management skills Calm under pressure and able to make decisions quickly Willing to learn and adapt as things change Values clarity, inclusion, and thoughtful execution

Tools and Technologies

Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar) Slack, Gmail, Google Meet natPortal (internal platform), Luma, Discord Canva, Google Slides

Qualifications

Required

Experience organizing events, programs, or projects in school, work, or volunteer settings Interest in building community-focused initiatives Ability to work independently and take responsibility for outcomes

Preferred

Experience managing volunteers Familiarity with hybrid or virtual event tools Background in community engagement, program delivery, or operations

Working Conditions

This is a hybrid position based in Edmonton. The Events Lead is expected to work in person at least 2 days per week and be fully available on-site during major events. Occasional evening or weekend hours are required to support event execution.

Eligibility Note:

To qualify for this internship, you must meet all of the following criteria: Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee status (not an international student or on a work permit) Must be enrolled in an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution at time of application

Please ensure you meet all eligibility requirements before applying.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Flexible schedule
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Application question(s):

ELIGIBILITY NOTE
This position is funded through the TECHNATION Career Ready program. To be eligible, applicants must:

- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee status (not an international student or on a work permit)

- Be enrolled in an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution at time of application

Please ensure you meet all eligibility requirements before applying.

Experience:

event coordination: 1 year (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB T6G 2M9

Application deadline: 2025-07-04
Expected start date: 2025-09-01