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UA Donor Relations Intern (Student Wage)

University of Virginia

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#Administrative Support#Communication#Fundraising#Data Management#Donor Relations#University Advancement#Student Wage
Part TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 14 days ago

Location

Charlottesville, Virginia

Quick overview

The intern will assist the donor relations team with administrative tasks and support ongoing fundraising initiatives. Responsibilities include maintaining donor records and facilitating communication to support institutional advancement goals.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be currently enrolled students to qualify for the student wage position. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are required to effectively support the department's operations.

CommunicationData EntryAdministrative SupportRelationship ManagementDonor Relations

Job description

  • University Advancement is looking for a motivated intern to join the Donor Relations team and contribute to our stewardship initiatives.
  • In this role, you will help ensure donors remain connected to the University and understand how their philanthropic contributions support and strengthen every area of our institution.
  • If you are proactive, skilled in communication and technology, and enthusiastic about UVA, we invite you to apply.
  • This internship will run from June through August 2026, with flexibility around the exact start and end dates.
  • The position pays $19.00 per hour.
  • Standard office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the intern will work 10–15 hours each week.
  • Tasks may be completed either remotely or from our Charlottesville offices.
  • The intern will report directly to the Assistant Director of Donor Relations.
  • We are seeking a candidate with strong writing abilities, solid data management skills, and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team on a range of donor stewardship assignments, including scholarship stewardship and endowment reporting.
  • An ideal applicant will meet the following qualifications: Excellent research, editing, and written communication skills Comfortable and proficient in handling sensitive data Interested in leading and creating projects to meet the needs of the team.
  • Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Power Automate Willingness and capacity to learn and adapt to new technologies and software Highly organized and a proactive self-starter Is customer-service and community oriented and ready to apply those principles to the University’s donors A high level of professionalism, along with a commitment to meeting deadlines and producing accurate and high-quality work Attach a current: Cover Letter, Resume.
  • MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Current undergrad UVA student Experience: None Licensure: None PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers.
  • The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
  • The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer.
  • All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
  • Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
  • In 1819, Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia and inaugurated a bold experiment.
  • Two centuries later, Jefferson’s vision thrives.
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  • The University of Virginia is made up of eleven schools and affiliated foundations in Charlottesville plus the College at Wise in Southwest Virginia.
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  • At UVA, we offer a rich collection benefits, which have long been recognized and valued for their comprehensiveness and competitiveness in the market.
  • In addition to a robust array of traditional benefits such as health care, time off, and retirement, UVA offers a comprehensive list of benefits and services to help staff and faculty meet their personal and family needs.