UNK Alumni and Foundation Intern

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

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

If so, we invite you to apply for this exciting and meaningful opportunity!

At the University of Nebraska Foundation, we grow relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives. Additionally, at the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) Alumni Association, it is our goal to provide opportunities for alumni to connect with the university and fellow alumni, allowing both to prosper and grow. 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.

This paid internship offers a flexible schedule (15 to 20 hours/week), professional workplace experience, learning opportunities, and a convenient work location near campus. The year-round internship begins immediately. Preference will be given to students who can work over the summer and for multiple semesters.   

Ways you’ll make an impact:

• Assist the University of Nebraska at Kearney Alumni Association and University of Nebraska Foundation team with database entry, mailings, and various administrative tasks.
• Provide event support.
• Create a welcoming, positive environment by greeting donors and guests, while providing back up support in our reception areas.
• Offer your perspective as a student and help the team implement current and new ideas.

Who we want: 

• Integrity-driven individuals who hold themselves accountable and can manage deadlines.
• Dependable and consistent individuals who are inspired by what they can achieve.
• Positive and adaptable individuals who can effectively execute multiple tasks.
• Collaborative team players who have the interpersonal skills to provide exceptional service while working with a wide variety of people.
• Energetic learners who are humble, inquisitive, and open-minded.
• Creative individuals who can bring new and out-of-box ideas to the table.

What you need:

• Enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at the University of Nebraska at Kearney
• Self-starter with excellent organization skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Discretion in handling confidential matters.
• Excel, Word, and database experience preferred.
• 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.
• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Involvement in our award-winning wellness program.
• 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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