Advancement Operations Intern

Advancement Operations Intern TITLE OF POSITION: Advancement Operations Intern DEPARTMENT: Office of Advancement LOCATION: Grand Rapids, W.A. Lettinga Campus PAY: $13.73/hour REPORTS TO: Executive Vice President for Advancement and/or designated Advancement staff 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. To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9902754 je-1a51a1f8badc4699a2e1570a9ef41c8e