ABOUT

As a nonprofit organization, the Texas A&M Foundation is the primary academic fundraising institution for Texas A&M charged with raising and managing gifts of all types and sizes, with a focus on major gift endowments. The Foundation partners with former students, corporations and other supporters who want to lead by example and match their charitable passions with opportunities for purposeful philanthropy at Texas A&M. Gifts create scholarships, advance faculty endeavors, enhance student programs, and fund college programs and campus construction. Collectively, these investments greatly enhance Texas A&M’s mission to provide the highest quality undergraduate and graduate programs and develop new understandings through research and creativity.

DONOR ENGAGEMENT INTERN RESPONSIBILITIES 

JOB DESCRIPTION

 5 Key Areas of Interest
  1. Event Design and Management
    1. ​contribute to the design, management, and execution of internal and external events including tailgates, holiday events, internal celebrations, and the Lead By Example campaign
  2. Stewardship Programs
    1. ​support ongoing stewardship and donor recognition programs, acknowledgment mailings, and assist with the development of new programs
  3. Business Operations
    1. ​support the business operations of the department by learning front desk skills, mail procedures, and serving as a backup receptionist
  4. Industry Research
    1. complete independent research in the field of fundraising to bring new practices to the team
  5. Professional Development
    1. ​develop their understanding of higher education philanthropy through participation in professional development experiences​

REQUIREMENTS AND

​QUALIFICATIONS

  • a student majoring in event management
  • ​passionate about philanthropy
  • committed to the Aggie Core values
  • has a basic understanding of event planning, digital marketing, communications, and strategic planning
  • has strong computer skills in Microsoft office
  • has the ability to create relationships with internal and external partners

BENEFITS AND OPPORTUNITIES ​

  • Pay of $12 an hour
  • Free On Campus Parking
  • Early Class Registration
  • Networking
  • Opportunity to be directly involved with every single event thrown by The Foundation during the student's entire semester of internship
    • See next page for list of provided event opportunities I had myself for the fall 2021 semester
  • Gaining a better understanding of how the university works and meeting key players in Aggieland
  • Supportive and student-friendly staff that encourage you to expand your limits and do your best