About the role#
The Main Campus Regional Gifts Intern supports fundraising and donor engagement across a portfolio including Athletics, Business, Education, Engineering, Law, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Performing Arts, and student success initiatives. You will work alongside regional gifts fundraisers to gain hands-on experience in the major gift process and learn about philanthropy in higher education.
What you'll do#
- Assist with donor research, prospect identification, and qualification efforts.
- Prepare for and participate in local donor visits, including meeting planning, briefing materials, and follow-up activities.
- Lead a research and benchmarking project to support strategic fundraising initiatives.
- Create a customized stewardship impact piece that demonstrates the outcomes of donor support.
- Give a final presentation at the end of the program to share your experience and project results.
What you'll need#
- You must be a student entering your second year of college in Fall 2027 or a student graduating from any college or university in 2027.
- You must be within driving distance of our Iowa City office.
Location & details#
- Location: Iowa City, IA.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 2 to August 6).
- Work Modality: Hybrid (up to two days per week remote).
- Status: Full-time, paid at $18 per hour.
About University of Iowa Center for Advancement
The University of Iowa Center for Advancement manages alumni relations and fundraising efforts for the University of Iowa. Founded in 1956, the organization operates as a nonprofit based in Iowa City. It employs between 201 and 500 people. The center focuses on philanthropy and engagement to support the university.
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