University Advancement Student Leadership Intern

University of St Thomas • Minneapolis, MN

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The University of St. Thomas is seeking mission-driven, collaborative, and passionate students who may be interested in future careers in development, fundraising, and/or non-profits. This program will allow you to explore the roles of various departments that support university advancement efforts including: Development, Donor Relations, Events, Marketing and Communications, Prospect Development, Development Systems, Data Analytics, Alumni Engagement, and Annual Giving. You will understand how these departments collaborate with each other as you learn about projects, systems, and tools that enhance the philanthropic experience at St. Thomas. You will also learn how the 5 T’s of philanthropy – time, talent, treasure, testimony, and ties – connect and enhance the growth of the university and our community. Use knowledge obtained in the fall semester to engage in a University Advancement-specific spring semester hands-on learning experience. The Student Leadership Internship Program gives participants an inside look at the advancement industry, demonstrating how various professions and skill sets work together in a sophisticated advancement department. Through discussion with experts and hands-on experience, students will discover how fundraising, alumni engagement, and strategic communications work together to build lifelong relationships, inspire philanthropy, and create opportunities for future Tommies.

Requirements

• St. Thomas students must be degree seeking at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.
• Students must be actively enrolled at least part-time in courses for credit.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to participate in all SLIP convo hour sessions
• Demonstrated involvement/strong interest in philanthropy and other areas connected to University Advancement
• Ability to keep sensitive information confidential
• Commitment to UA’s core values of collaboration, integrity, respect, innovation and gratitude

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed