Job SummaryPosition Summary:
The Purdue Veterinary Medicine Development Office is seeking a motivated and professional student intern to support fundraising and alumni engagement efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
Front Desk & Office Support
- Serve as the first point of contact for the Development Office by covering the front desk during scheduled hours
- Greet and welcome guests, alumni, and donors to the office and direct them appropriately
- Answer phones and assist with basic inquiries in a professional and courteous manner
Communications & Campaign Support
- Assist with organizing and assembling creative campaign mailings and donor letters
- Maintain accurate records for development correspondence and communications
- Participate in brainstorming sessions for alumni and donor engagement strategies
Alumni Engagement & Mapping
- Conduct research to update alumni contact information and career paths
- Assist in mapping alumni connections and affiliations using online tools
- Provide support for events, newsletters, and reports
Event & Stewardship Assistance
- Help prepare for donor and alumni events, including assembling materials, name tags, and signage
- Assist with event set-up, guest check-in, and other day-of support as needed
- Contribute to stewardship efforts such as thank-you card writing, donor recognition projects, and compiling gift acknowledgments
Education0
ExperiencePreferred Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal skills and a warm, welcoming demeanor
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management abilities
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
- Interest in communications, marketing, or nonprofit development is a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with Canva
Requirements:
- Must be a current Purdue University student in good academic standing
- Availability to work 10-15 hours per week during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
- Willingness to maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards
FLSA StatusNon-Exempt
