Alumni Engagement Assistant (Student)

The University of Connecticut Foundation, Inc.; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The UConn Foundation seeks a motivated Alumni Relations Student Assistant to support CLAS Alumni Relations with events, data upkeep, and communications.

You will assist with event planning, communications drafting, and CRM data entry, while gaining hands-on experience in higher education advancement and alumni engagement at the University of Connecticut. Enrollment in good standing is required and flexible 6–10 hours weekly, with occasional evenings.

Qualifications

• Enrollment at the University of Connecticut is required.
• Student in good standing related to GPA and conduct is expected.
• Interest in alumni relations, communications, or advancement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and execution of alumni events, including logistics, registration, and on-site support.
• Draft emails, newsletters, and social media content in collaboration with the CLAS communications team.
• Data entry and updates in alumni CRM system (contact info, attendance, engagement notes).
• Research alumni backgrounds to support outreach and engagement strategies.
• Support alumni list requests and email support for CLAS units.
• Prepare materials for meetings, events, and presentations (packets, nametags, reports).
• Help manage RSVP lists, attendance tracking, and post-event follow-up.
• Provide general administrative support as needed.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

MS Office

Social media familiarity

Education

Enrollment at UCONN

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

The UConn Foundation seeks a motivated Alumni Relations Student Assistant to support CLAS Alumni Relations with events, data upkeep, and communications.

You will assist with event planning, communications drafting, and CRM data entry, while gaining hands-on experience in higher education advancement and alumni engagement at the University of Connecticut. Enrollment in good standing is required and flexible 6–10 hours weekly, with occasional evenings.