Federal Work Study (FWS) positions are federally funded, part-time positions open to eligible enrolled Ivy Tech students only. These positions are generally located on campus but may also be located off campus. Positions are available primarily for general office/clerical, maintenance, laboratory support, and educational support. Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

All positions will require positive customer service skills. Some positions may also require clerical, computing, telephone, and filing skills. Each position will have a specific set of responsibilities that will be explained during the interview process with a detailed job description for that role provided. Duties will vary based upon positions that are available.

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

CLASSIFICATION:    TMP (part-time temporary support – hourly)

INTERNSHIP DETAILS: The Student Fundraising Associate is a 12 week position working 10-12 hours per week.  Hours must be completed during normal business hours.  Minimal evening and weekend work may be required with this position.  Start date is negotiable and flexible work hours offered.  This position is renewable pending satisfactory evaluation and successful progress toward an education.  Fundraising Associates are not required to work during college academic breaks and holidays.

• To Qualify for our Federal Work Study program students:

   Must be authorized to work in the United States

  • Must have a high school diploma or GED.
  • Students must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours each semester.
  • Students must be making Satisfactory Academic Progress as determined by the Financial Aid Office.
  • Students must have a current and completed FAFSA on file.
  • Student must demonstrate financial need.

  Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment
  background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome. Official transcripts required upon hiring.

  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.

* Please use your Ivy Tech email address when applying.

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.