Advancement Communications Intern

Application Instructions: Active Student Employees : If you are a current Student Employee or have previously worked in a student position, you must apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website . Log in to Workday and type Find Jobs in the search . Locate the position and click Apply . External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and fully complete all sections of the application. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it . Job Family: Student Regular Wage, Student Work Study Department: University Advancement Supervisor: Erin Lones Job Title: Advancement Communications Intern Job Description: The Advancement Communications Intern will engage in hands-on efforts to support the Office of University Advancement’s program and fund development initiatives, fundraising projects and related communications initiatives. This is a 10 hour per week position for the Spring 2026 semester. Weekly schedule and start and end dates are flexible. The intern will work closely with the Director of Advancement Communications to support projects for alumni and donor engagement. What you will gain from this experience: -Competencies associated with working in higher education fundraising in a collaborative office environment; -Deeper understanding of program and fund development and fundraising in higher education; -Hands-on experience in efforts to increase donor engagement through digital and print communications; -Project management and communications experience. Responsibilities may include: -Support program development and fundraising efforts -Develop materials and design graphics for fundraising marketing campaigns Primary projects: -Assist with design of Spring direct mail appeal -Design/Create print and digital content for social media and email campaigns -Assist with content development for crowdfunding campaigns Requirements: -Strong organizational skills and attention to detail -Outstanding writing and editing skills -Excellent interpersonal and communication skills -Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and problem-solve -Ability to meet deadlines -A high level of integrity and a positive attitude -Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite -Photography, videography, graphic arts and digital editing skills are a plus. Pay Rate: $13 per hour Scheduled Hours: 15 Start Date: 10/12/2026 End Date: 05/21/2027