Communications and External Relations Intern (Student)

Duration: 2026-27 academic year

Pay Rate: $13.44/hour

Schedule: part-time, flexible daytime/weekday hours (business hours 8:30 - 5)

About Us

Our department (Development and External Relations for the College of Arts and Sciences) connects the university with alumni, donors, and community partners who help support our mission. Our team raises funds for scholarships, programs, and campus priorities while also sharing the CAS's story through communications and events. Student workers play an important role by assisting with office/event support, data, and occasional research while gaining behind‑the‑scenes experience in a professional office environment.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative

• Provide general office support, including data entry, document preparation, and correspondence.

• Help with mailings (printing, stuffing envelopes, addressing) on a daily basis.

• Run errands, such as taking packages to the Fedex office or purchasing items from the bookstore.

• Help organize and track office supplies.

• Help organize and track marketing materials.

• Put together marketing materials for development officers.

• Answer and make phone calls related to alumni and event activities.

• Research alumni and donor career accomplishments, interests, and potential areas of engagement to enhance communication strategies.

Events/Meetings

• Provide support for events including, but not limited to:

• Homecoming and Family Weekend

• Visiting Committee meetings (one fall, one spring)

• Research vendors and service providers

• Attend events to help set up, check-in attendees, run errands, take notes, etc., as needed

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Canva

• Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail

• Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities effectively

• Professional demeanor and ability to work in a team-oriented environment