Job Summary
Position Summary:
The Purdue Veterinary Medicine Development Office is seeking a motivated and professional student intern to support fundraising and alumni engagement efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
Front Desk & Office Support
• Serve as the first point of contact for the Development Office by covering the front desk during scheduled hours
• Greet and welcome guests, alumni, and donors to the office and direct them appropriately
• Answer phones and assist with basic inquiries in a professional and courteous manner
Communications & Campaign Support
• Assist with organizing and assembling creative campaign mailings and donor letters
• Maintain accurate records for development correspondence and communications
• Participate in brainstorming sessions for alumni and donor engagement strategies
Alumni Engagement & Mapping
• Conduct research to update alumni contact information and career paths
• Assist in mapping alumni connections and affiliations using online tools
• Provide support for events, newsletters, and reports
Event & Stewardship Assistance
• Help prepare for donor and alumni events, including assembling materials, name tags, and signage
• Assist with event set-up, guest check-in, and other day-of support as needed
• Contribute to stewardship efforts such as thank-you card writing, donor recognition projects, and compiling gift acknowledgments
Education
Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
• Strong interpersonal skills and a warm, welcoming demeanor
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Interest in communications, marketing, or nonprofit development is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with Canva
Requirements:
• Must be a current Purdue University student in good academic standing
• Availability to work 10–15 hours per week during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
• Willingness to maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards