| Position Title |
Long Blue Line Auction Fundraising Intern |
| Unit Name |
Office of Development & Alumni |
| Salary Grade |
Student (Institutional) |
| Number of Months |
Student Worker |
| Full-time or Part-time |
Part-Time |
| Hours per week |
10-15 |
| Proposed Annual Salary, Hourly Rate or One-time payment |
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| Essential Duties |
- Assist in the planning and organization of Â鶹ÊÓƵ Alumni Association (Â鶹ÊÓƵAA) fundraising auctions, including acquiring auction items, coordinating logistics, and managing event materials.
- Conduct research to identify potential donors, sponsors, and auction items to enhance event offerings.
- Collaborate with the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Office of Development and Alumni team, and the Â鶹ÊÓƵAA Special Events Committee to create promotional materials for auctions, including social media content, and email campaigns.
- Support the development of auction catalogs and item descriptions, ensuring accuracy and appeal to potential bidders.
- Assist during auction events by managing auction items, facilitating bidder inquiries, and supporting the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Special Events Committee as needed
- Aid in post-event activities, including donor acknowledgments, data entry, shipping items, and event evaluation.
- May include some auction wrap up responsibilities.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
- Pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, or related field.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Detail-oriented with a keen eye for accuracy in donor communications and event materials.
- Maintain professionalism, adhering to Â鶹ÊÓƵ policies and ethical standard while upholding confidentiality to ensure the protection and security of sensitive donor information.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and familiarity with fundraising software, social media content creation, graphic design, or databases is a plus.
- Passion for our organization’s mission and a desire to contribute to fundraising efforts.
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| Job Description Summary |
As an Auction Fundraising Intern, you will play a key role in supporting our fundraising efforts by assisting in the planning, coordination, and execution of auction events. This internship offers hands-on experience in event management, donor relations, and fundraising strategies within a dynamic and impactful organization.
- Hands-on experience in fundraising and event management within a nonprofit environment.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field.
- Networking opportunities with donors, sponsors, and industry professionals.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact and contribute to a noble cause.
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