Donor Experience Intern

Learn, grow, and develop while helping the University of Nebraska change lives and save lives.

• Do you want a meaningful educational experience where you can make an impact by being heard, expanding your knowledge, and having your perspective valued?
• Are you excited by the chance to work in a supportive environment that encourages you to maximize strengths while also learning new skills?
• Do you want to join a mission-driven organization that is helping to change and save lives through the incredible opportunity of education?

If so, we invite you to apply for one of these exciting opportunities!

At the University of Nebraska Foundation, we grow relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives. We believe that our strong commitment to inclusion and respect is essential to accomplishing this mission through our values of teamwork, integrity, and passion for mission. We invite, explore, and celebrate differences to increase productivity, spark innovation and most importantly, accomplish our mission.

This paid internship offers a flexible schedule (14 to 16 hours/week), professional workplace experience, learning opportunities, and a convenient work location in downtown Lincoln. The year-round internship begins in April. Preference will be given to students who can work over the summer and for multiple semesters.   

Ways you will make an impact:

• Coordinate and support the scholarship recipient engagement program to foster meaningful connections between recipients and donors.
• Support the donor recognition process.
• Conduct project research and assist in stewardship for top donors to enhance donor relationships.
• Assist with other stewardship initiatives as assigned or requested.

Who we want:

• Passionate individuals who are driven by the opportunity to connect with people and understand what motivates donors to invest in the University of Nebraska.
• Energetic learners who are inquisitive and desire to continually grow.
• Motivated individuals who can think creatively to find new routes when they hit a roadblock.
• Collaborative and personable team players who can function independently, as well as cooperatively.

What you need:

• Current student status as an undergraduate or graduate in the University of Nebraska System.
• Experience in writing or journalism is preferred.
• Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills.
• Capability to travel to UNL campus when needed.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to details, and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and working with little supervision.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills when working with a variety of people.
• Exposure and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Microsoft Excel.
• Candidates will also be evaluated on our core values of passion for mission, integrity, and teamwork.

What we offer:

• Mission-driven work that changes lives and saves lives.
• Professional work environment with collaborative opportunities.
• Paid year-round internship opportunities.
• An award-winning wellness program.
• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities for your career growth.
• Opportunity to gain and develop transferable skills.

Who we are:

• Recognition by the Chronicle of Philanthropy as one of America’s Favorite Charities.
• Founded in 1936, the University of Nebraska Foundation provides support for the campuses in the university system — the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, University of Nebraska at Kearney, University of Nebraska at Omaha, Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center and its primary clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine.
• Among public universities, the University of Nebraska ranks in the top 25 nationally for both funds raised and endowed assets under management.
• With a staff of 260 budgeted positions, the foundation has a reputation for efficiency and effectiveness, raising $7.13 in gifts for every dollar spent.
• Winner of Gallup’s Don Clifton Strengths-Based Culture Award.
• Winner of the Governor’s Harvester Wellness Award, the highest honor for corporate wellness.

The University of Nebraska Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a work environment free from discrimination and harassment where all employees feel respected and valued. We will consider all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law.

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