Events Assistant Summer Placement

Science and Technology Facilities Council
Salary: £23,493 per annum
Contract Type:
Fixed Term – 12 weeks
Hours:
Full-time
Location:

Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell, Oxfordshire OX11 0QX

Closing date:8th March 2026
Interview:
Virtually via Microsoft Teams in April 2026
Start date:
June 2026

The NQCC is the UK’s national centre for quantum computing, dedicated to accelerating its development by addressing the challenges of scaling up the technology. Our vision is to enable the UK to solve some of the most complex and challenging problems facing society by harnessing the potential of quantum computing. The centre is working with businesses, government and the research community to deliver quantum computing capabilities for the UK and support the growth of the emerging industry.

The NQCC’s programme represents a £93m investment and is being delivered jointly by the research councils, EPSRC and STFC, as part of UK Research and Innovation.

As an Events Assistant placement student within our organisation, you will play a pivotal role in planning and executing events that showcase cutting-edge advancements in quantum technologies. This dynamic position provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the exciting world of quantum computing, gaining hands‑on experience in event management. Collaborating with the events assistant, you will acquire practical experience in event planning, coordination, and execution, as well as exposure to managing databases, coordinating resources, and providing guest services.

You will join the NQCC’s innovation team, supporting our innovation and engagement activities. The role will involve engaging with staff across the NQCC to enable the communication of our science and innovation through supporting the delivery of events. There will be a variety of opportunities to learn about quantum computing and to present your work throughout the placement.

Summer Placements at STFC

STFC’s incredibly diverse range of placements allow you to work alongside world leading engineers, scientists, and technicians in highly collaborative environments. Whichever you choose, you will become a critical member of the team in which you will be exposed to exciting projects and challenges from the start.

You will also be supported every step of the way by our dedicated Early Careers Development Team

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• In liaison with the Communications Manager and Events Assistant, participate in on‑site event support, overseeing set‑up activities, and addressing participant needs
• Provide administrative assistance in tasks related to event preparation, including documentation and correspondence
• In liaison with the Events Assistant, assist in coordinating with vendors, suppliers, and stakeholders
• Contribute to logistical arrangements, ensuring all elements are in place for a successful event
• Responsible for creating and managing comprehensive databases, aiding in vendor selection, supplier coordination, and guest communication
• Contribute to the post‑event evaluation process by gathering feedback from participants
• Assist in analysing feedback to identify areas for improvement and success
• Assist in maintaining organized event files, tracking progress, and managing event‑related documentation.

Person Specification

The below criteria will be scored during Shortlisting (S), Interview (I) or both (S&I).

In order to apply for the role we are looking for the following:

• You are in full time education at university, and will be returning to university/your studies to complete your undergraduate degree once the summer placement has concluded (S)
• You have the right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the placement(S)
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities (S&I)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (S&I)
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances (S&I)
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate and flawless event execution. (S&I)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite is advantageous (S&I)

Employee Benefits

We are offering a fixed term position with a whole host of benefits including:

• Easily accessible public transport links/ free parking.
• Ex…