Micheal Boulden Memorial Intern

ASU Foundation for A New American University•Tempe, AZ

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About The Position

Micheal Boulden Memorial Intern The Foundation Initiatives Student Assistant, otherwise known as the “Micheal Boulden Memorial Intern”, is a paid opportunity that prepares an ASU student for a career in higher education nonprofit and philanthropic initiatives. The Micheal Boulden Intern is given the opportunity to learn development fundamentals, gather product and industry knowledge, and help engage alumni and friends of the university. The Micheal Boulden Internship is dynamically involved with all areas of the ASU Foundation for helping the organization to achieve its mission of advancing Arizona State University. The intern will maintain confidential prospect data with accuracy and integrity, compile and analyze reports, create presentations and collateral for projects and donors/prospective donors, research program opportunities, and support various Foundation projects. The intern also has the opportunity to plan donor-related activities, foster relationships with all levels of development professionals, and participate in professional development opportunities. Experience can be gained in proposal creation, development strategy, project management, data management, and event management, among other areas. This position will require approximately 15 to 20 hours per week. It is anticipated to be one full academic year or longer.

Requirements

Collaborative style, combined with the ability and desire to work in a team-based environment
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to ASU Foundation and Arizona State University business and confidential prospect information
Strong and collegial interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing, and by phone
Confidence when communicating with senior leaders and high-profile donors
Driven self-starter with ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Creative problem solver who can take initiative and set priorities while being flexible and working in ambiguous circumstances
Team-oriented strategist able to effectively manage complex situations
Ability to represent the institution well and be an advocate for the vision of ASU as the New American University
Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing assigned duties
Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects with varying deadlines
Adept at navigating complex environments with evolving priorities and communication plans
Advanced skills with computers, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Excellent customer relation skills, communication and follow through
Ability to be production oriented and meet deadlines
Ability to prepare collateral materials

Responsibilities

Provide overall project support to the Foundation Initiatives team
Assist in producing written materials, developing program content, and creating communication elements for projects, meetings and events
Assist events team in the President’s suite during all home football games and with registration at tailgates as needed
Work with ASUF project managers, units and/or central departments on projects as assigned
Assist with key donor events as needed
Provide campus tours for high-profile visitors, donors, and prospective donors
Complete golf-cart training and follow policies for driving on-campus
Assist in the planning and implementation of the annual ASUF staff development retreat
Provide project support to ASUF leadership as assigned
Assist with the planning and execution of community service events for ASUF staff
Assist with strategy for CEO social media platforms
Prepare presentations as needed
Compile and analyze reports
Maintain confidential prospect data
Other duties as assigned