Advancement Communications Intern

Mercer University; Illinois; Sur place; USD 15 000 - 21 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Mercer University is seeking an Advancement Communications Intern to support the Office of University Advancement. This 10-hour-per-week position assists fundraising campaigns and donor communications under the Director of Advancement Communications.

The role provides hands-on experience in creating content for alumni engagement, design graphics, and collaboration on Spring direct mail, social media, and crowdfunding campaigns.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Outstanding writing and editing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite; photography/videography a plus.

Responsabilités

• Support program development and fundraising efforts
• Develop materials and design graphics for fundraising marketing campaigns
• Assist with design of Spring direct mail appeal
• Design/Create print and digital content for social media and email campaigns
• Assist with content development for crowdfunding campaigns

Connaissances

Organization

Writing & editing

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Problem solving

Integrity & attitude

Outils

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Photography

Videography

Graphic design

Description du poste

Job Family: Student Regular Wage, Student Work Study Department: University Advancement Supervisor: Erin Lones Job Title: Advancement Communications Intern

Job Description

The Advancement Communications Intern will engage in hands-on efforts to support the Office of University Advancement’s program and fund development initiatives, fundraising projects and related communications initiatives. This is a 10 hour per week position for the Spring 2026 semester. Weekly schedule and start and end dates are flexible. The intern will work closely with the Director of Advancement Communications to support projects for alumni and donor engagement.

What you will gain from this experience:

• Competencies associated with working in higher education fundraising in a collaborative office environment;
• Deeper understanding of program and fund development and fundraising in higher education;
• Hands-on experience in efforts to increase donor engagement through digital and print communications;
• Project management and communications experience.

Responsibilities may include:

• Support program development and fundraising efforts
• Develop materials and design graphics for fundraising marketing campaigns

Primary projects:

• Assist with design of Spring direct mail appeal
• Design/Create print and digital content for social media and email campaigns
• Assist with content development for crowdfunding campaigns

Requirements:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Outstanding writing and editing skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and problem-solve
• Ability to meet deadlines
• A high level of integrity and a positive attitude
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
• Photography, videography, graphic arts and digital editing skills are a plus.

Compensation and Schedule

Pay Rate: $13 per hour

Scheduled Hours: 15

Start Date: 10/12/2026

End Date: 05/21/2027

Mercer Student Employment – About Us

Student employees are vital to the success of Mercer University. At Mercer, we are dedicated to helping students find meaningful on-campus jobs and ensuring that students maximize the value of their employment experiences. We believe that having an on-campus job helps students become more involved with the Mercer University community, provides valuable work experience, helps build transferable skills, and habits that will benefit future career options. Moreover, on-campus jobs provide financial rewards.

Important Note

In adherence to the Immigration Control Act of 1986, all student employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) and present documentation verifying citizenship or permanent residency. You will not be allowed to begin work until the I-9 form has been completed and properly certified. The required documents include either a valid US Passport, certificate of US citizenship, alien registration card with photograph OR two of the following documents: a state driver's license, validated student ID card, original social security card, birth certificate.