Erie Catholic School Intern - Off-campus WS

Gannon University•Erie, PA

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About The Position

The Erie Catholic School System ( ECSS ) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Administrative Student Intern to support our Advancement, Marketing, and Admissions functions. This internship provides hands-on experience in a mission-driven educational environment and is ideal for a Gannon University student interested in nonprofit administration, communications, marketing, or higher education administration. The schedule is flexible to accommodate academic commitments

Requirements

Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at Gannon University
Interest in advancement, marketing, communications, admissions, or nonprofit administration
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with social media platforms a plus
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Candidates for this position must qualify for Federal Work Study to be eligible. The Financial Aid Office will determine your eligibility when you apply for this job posting.
Candidates must provide their transportation to/from the work site.
Ability to pass the Penn State Police Criminal Record, Child Abuse History, and FBI fingerprint clearances.
Possess a valid PA state driver’s license

Nice To Haves

An interest in supporting the mission of the Erie Catholic School System

Responsibilities

Assist with donor database maintenance, data entry, and record accuracy
Support preparation of fundraising materials, mailings, and acknowledgements
Help coordinate advancement events and stewardship activities
Conduct basic research on donors, grants, and sponsorship opportunities
Support content creation for newsletters, social media, website updates, and marketing collateral
Assist with photography, copy editing, and proofreading as needed
Help track marketing metrics and organize digital assets
Support branding and promotional initiatives across ECSS schools
Assist with inquiry management, application processing, and document organization
Support admissions events (open houses, school visits, recruitment activities)
Help prepare enrollment reports and maintain admissions databases
Provide general administrative support to the admissions team
Perform general office tasks including scheduling, filing, and correspondence
Collaborate with VP staff on special projects as assigned
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information