Advancement Summer Assistant: Donor Relations and Ops

Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution is seeking an Advancement Assistant Summer Student. This role involves supporting key areas in donor relations, including the drafting of stewardship plans and clean-up of records. Ideal applicants are current or graduating students in related fields such as Business, Marketing, or Event Management. You will gain hands-on experience in operations and marketing support. The position is full-time, onsite, running from May to August 2026, with a starting hourly rate between $21.50 and $24.00.

Benefits

Valued contributions and supported development

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and highly organized.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate discretion with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Draft Individual Stewardship Plans for donor communication.
• Assist with records clean-up and operations support.
• Support digital communication activities for Advancement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technical fluency (Microsoft Office)

Education

Current or graduating student in Business, Office Administration, Marketing, Communications, or Event Management

Job description

A leading research institution is seeking an Advancement Assistant Summer Student. This role involves supporting key areas in donor relations, including the drafting of stewardship plans and clean-up of records. Ideal applicants are current or graduating students in related fields such as Business, Marketing, or Event Management. You will gain hands-on experience in operations and marketing support. The position is full-time, onsite, running from May to August 2026, with a starting hourly rate between $21.50 and $24.00.