Public Relations 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.

You will join the foundation at an exciting time, with the opportunity to make a transformational impact. The foundation is in the public phase of a historic campaign to raise $3 billion to build a better future for Nebraska. The campaign is being led by many enthusiastic volunteers representing all areas of the University of Nebraska System. This paid position has an anticipated start date of May 17 and an anticipated end date of Aug. 15. We offer a flexible schedule of 25 hours per week, professional experience, learning opportunities, and a convenient work location in downtown Lincoln.

This program will provide you with the opportunity to assist our Marketing and Communications team, specifically our Director of Public Relations, through promoting and driving awareness about the Only in Nebraska campaign. You will gain exposure to research, drafting news releases, storytelling, and developing and writing content.

Ways you will make an impact:

• Craft stories of student impact to be published in the Only in Nebraska campaign e-newsletter. 
• Interview appropriate university students, faculty and staff members, and interview donors about the purpose and inspiration for their gift.
• Assist with clerical duties as needed or requested.

Who we want:

• Committed individuals who produce accurate and precise writing.
• Great storytellers who share the impact of philanthropy on the University of Nebraska.

• Dedicated professionals who exhibit a polished demeanor and effectively engage with both donors and campus partners in public-facing interactions.
• Proactive and organized individuals who can manage multiple projects simultaneously, manage their time well, and exceed established goals.
• Excellent communicators who adeptly follow up, ensuring high-quality interactions.

What you need:

• Current student status as an undergraduate or graduate in the University of Nebraska System. Preferred Education: Journalism, Advertising and Public Relations, or related majors with a strong emphasis in writing, editing, and storytelling.
• Experience in news writing or press release writing experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills and familiarity with AP style.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to details, and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while always keeping the needs of the donor foremost and working with little supervision.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills when working with a variety of people.
• Exposure and aptitude to learn Microsoft Office Suite.
• 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.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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 without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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