Commerce Night's Technology Associate will support the VP Technology in the development and execution of an interactive full-stack software platform that enhances the attendee experience during the gala, while also managing various technology implementations across the event planning process.
Time Commitment
First semester: 6-8 hours/week
Second semester (prior to Commerce Night): 10-12 hours/week
Term of Employment
October 2026 - March 2027
Main Responsibilities
Assist Commerce Night’s VP Technology with the following:
Lead the development of an interactive digital experience used by 450+ attendees during the gala (e.g. audience engagement features)
Collaborate with the Junior Reps, Marketing, and Logistics to ideate ways that technology can be used to bring engagement ideas to life
Conduct thorough testing prior to the event and resolve any technical issues that arise
Monitor platform performance live during the gala
Oversee technology implementations across the team, including ticketing systems and internal management software
Associates are also expected to:
Attend all Commerce Night GMs and department meetings
Respond to all Slack communications within 24 hours
Take ownership of assigned tasks and meet set internal deadlines
Provide ideas and support for the overall vision and planning of the Commerce Night gala
Assist with the overall planning and execution of the Group & Individual Awards Information Session and the Awards Night Gala alongside the team
Participate in Commerce Night boothing activities to promote awards
Qualifications
Some previous experience with web development or software projects (either academic, personal, or professional)
Familiarity with at least one programming language and basic software development frameworks
Ability to communicate clearly and work well with others
Resourceful problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced settings
Previous experience with event tech is an asset, but not necessary
Anticipated Learning Outcomes
Own the end-to-end development lifecycle of a high-traffic event platform
Gain exposure to cross-functional collaboration with marketing, logistics, and student leadership teams
Build resilience and quick-thinking skills through live event troubleshooting

