Alumni Relations Event Assistant (Part-Time)

The University Of Connecticut Foundation Inc; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The UConn Foundation in Storrs, CT is seeking an Alumni Relations Student Assistant to support the CLAS Alumni Relations team in engaging alumni, coordinating events, and maintaining accurate data.

This role provides hands-on experience in higher education advancement, communications, and alumni engagement, with a 6–10 hour weekly schedule and occasional evening events. The position is student-friendly and designed to align with class schedules.

Qualifications

• Enrollment at the University of Connecticut.
• Student in good standing related to GPA and conduct.
• 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; develop social media content, write alumni profiles, or coordinate with communications team on stories for newsletters
• Conduct data entry and updates in alumni CRM system (e.g., contact information, event attendance, engagement notes)
• Research alumni backgrounds to support outreach, stewardship, and engagement strategies
• Work with Foundation support staff on alumni list requests and email support for units within CLAS
• Prepare materials for meetings, events, and presentations (packets, nametags, reports, etc.)
• Help manage RSVP lists, attendance tracking, and post-event follow-up
• Provide general administrative support as needed

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Social media familiarity

Education

Enrollment at University of Connecticut

Tools

CRM system

Job description

The UConn Foundation in Storrs, CT is seeking an Alumni Relations Student Assistant to support the CLAS Alumni Relations team in engaging alumni, coordinating events, and maintaining accurate data.

This role provides hands-on experience in higher education advancement, communications, and alumni engagement, with a 6–10 hour weekly schedule and occasional evening events. The position is student-friendly and designed to align with class schedules.