The Student Fundraising Associate will be an integral part of the Development team. This intern's primary responsibilities will be to assist the development team in the planning, implementation, and execution of several main operation functions including, but not limited to, donor relations and stewardship, data maintenance and prospect research, and fundraising events and serving as an ambassador for the Foundation.

Major Responsibilities:

DONOR RELATIONS AND STEWARDSHIP

* Conduct weekly thank you and/or follow-up phone calls to donors.

* Through use of existing templates, write thank you notes to donors.

* Create unique and personalized gifts, communications and/or projects for donors and top prospects.

DATA MAINTENANCE AND PROSPECT RESEARCH

* Use the Foundation's Client Relationship Management (CRM) system database to record donor interactions, update contact information, and/or input of event attendance.

* Research and prospecting alumni and donors using CRM.

FUNDRAISING EVENTS AND FOUNDATION AMBASSADOR

* As needed, assist with campus and/or Foundation Office events or receptions.

* Serve as an ambassador and spokesperson for Foundation, which could include speaking at events, greeting guests, interacting with donors at dinners and receptions, providing campus tours to top donors, or being featured in various publications or marketing pieces.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

* Currently enrolled and pursuing education through Ivy Tech Community College

* Ability to work professionally in independent and team settings

* Ability to build and steward regional and statewide relationships

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Positive attitude

* Relevant experience

* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.