Advancement Operations Intern

SUMMARY The Advancement Operations Intern provides administrative and project support to the Office of Advancement while gaining hands-on professional experience in higher education advancement. The intern will assist with projects, events, communications, data organization, research, and general office operations. This position offers a college student the opportunity to develop professional, organizational, communication, and project management skills while learning about advancement, fundraising, grants, alumni engagement, and university operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Advancement staff with administrative tasks and special projects.
• Support the planning and coordination of meetings, events, and Advancement activities.
• Assist with preparing meeting materials, presentations, reports, correspondence, and other documents.
• Conduct basic research and compile information for Advancement projects and initiatives.
• Enter, organize, and maintain information using spreadsheets, databases, and other University systems.
• Assist with gathering and formatting data for reports, presentations, proposals, and other materials.
• Support Advancement communications and event promotion as needed.
• Assist with organizing files, records, supplies, and project materials.
• Provide professional and courteous assistance to University staff, donors, alumni, students, and other constituents.
• Handle University and constituent information with appropriate confidentiality.
• Participate in Advancement team meetings and professional learning opportunities.
• Understand and abide by applicable University policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate and promote the University's Cultural Values.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.