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.

QUALIFICATIONS

·       Currently enrolled at Davenport; students in the College of Business or a related field.

·       Strong written and verbal communication skills.

·       Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

·       Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

·       Comfortable using Microsoft Office or Google Workspace and willing to learn additional systems.

·       Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

·       Professional, dependable, and willing to learn.

·       Ability to appropriately handle confidential information.

·       Previous office or professional experience is helpful but not required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

·       Primarily an office environment with frequent computer and phone use.

·       Occasional support for Advancement events or activities outside regular business hours may be requested based on the intern's availability.

·       Occasional lifting of materials or supplies up to 25 pounds may be required.