Advancement Operations Intern

Davenport University•Grand Rapids, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

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 assists with projects, events, communications, data organization, research, and general office operations. The 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. The position is based in an office environment at the Grand Rapids, W.A. Lettinga Campus, 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 weighing up to 25 pounds may be required.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

Previous office or professional experience is helpful but not required.

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.