Event Host & Workshop Facilitator - Student Events Job at Dream Opportunity, Newark, NJ

  • Dream Opportunity
  • Newark, NJ

Job Description

The Dream Opportunity is not just a job. It is a purpose.

The Dream Opportunity is a global nonprofit helping students from underserved communities explore career pathways, develop professional skills, and gain exposure to opportunities they may not otherwise know exist.

We partner with leading global companies to create engaging career exposure experiences where students meet professionals, learn about different career paths, build workplace skills, and gain access to internship and entry-level opportunities.

Our corporate partners include JPMorgan Chase, Blackstone, AT&T, Warner Bros. Discovery, Verizon, Yahoo, Salesforce, EY, Informa, Paramount, Versace , and more.

About the Role

We're looking for an energetic, confident, and engaging Event Host / Emcee to facilitate career exposure events, workshops, and professional panels for students.

You'll be the person helping bring the experience to life, welcoming students and corporate professionals, keeping the program moving, asking engaging questions, and creating an environment where students feel comfortable participating.

Events may be in-person or virtual , and there may be opportunities for paid travel to host events in other locations.

This is a flexible, freelance opportunity ideal for someone with experience in event hosting, public speaking, acting, presenting, education, facilitation, or working with young people.

What You'll Do

  • Host career exposure events featuring professionals from leading global companies.
  • Facilitate panels, workshops, student activities, and Q&A sessions.
  • Introduce speakers and guide conversations with corporate professionals.
  • Engage students and encourage participation throughout the experience.
  • Bring energy, warmth, professionalism, and personality to every event.
  • Attend rehearsals and training sessions before events.
  • Learn and deliver structured event scripts and workshop materials.
  • Adapt your delivery based on the audience and event environment.
  • Collaborate with our team to continuously improve workshops and student experiences.
  • Provide feedback after events to help strengthen future programming.

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

  • A confident and engaging public speaker.
  • Comfortable speaking in front of students and corporate professionals.
  • Personable, energetic, adaptable, and professional.
  • Able to make people feel comfortable and encourage participation.
  • Comfortable following a structured program while still showing your personality.
  • Organized, responsive, and dependable.
  • Comfortable receiving coaching and incorporating feedback.
  • Passionate about helping students access career opportunities.
  • Comfortable working with students and professionals from a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives
  • Available for flexible, part-time event assignments.

Experience as an event host, emcee, actor, presenter, educator, workshop facilitator, public speaker, brand ambassador, or youth program leader is a plus.

Why Join The Dream Opportunity?

Meaningful Impact: Help students discover careers, opportunities, and professional pathways they may never have been exposed to before.

Work With Leading Companies: Host experiences featuring professionals from some of the world's most recognized companies.

Paid Travel Opportunities: Depending on event needs, opportunities may be available to travel nationally or internationally to host programs.

Flexible Freelance Work: Events are scheduled throughout the year, allowing you to take on assignments based on availability.

Virtual + In-Person Opportunities: Host programs remotely as well as at corporate offices, conferences, and other event locations.

Develop Your Craft: Strengthen your public speaking, facilitation, interviewing, and event-hosting experience while making a meaningful difference for students.

Job Tags

Freelance, Internship, Remote work, Flexible hours

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