Alumni Relations Student Assistant, CLAS

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 is an independent nonprofit organization that supports the University of Connecticut by connecting alumni, donors, and friends with philanthropic opportunities to advance UConn’s educational, research, and service missions. Our work strengthens the University’s momentum as a top public research institution and supports students, faculty, patients, alumni, and communities across UConn and UConn Health.

Through Because of UConn: The Campaign for UConn Nation, the Foundation is helping drive UConn’s most ambitious comprehensive campaign, a $1.5 billion effort spanning all schools, colleges, campuses, and UConn Health. The campaign focuses on four pillars that make education more affordable, expand discovery and innovation, improve health and wellness, and strengthen Husky Pride.

• Students First: expanding financial aid, student health, career readiness, and life skills.
• Academic & Innovation Excellence: investing in faculty, graduate fellows, research, and innovation.
• Health & Wellness of People & Planet: advancing patient care, medical research, and life-changing technologies.
• Husky Pride: supporting athletic excellence and an engaged UConn Nation of more than 290,000 alumni worldwide.

We seek talented professionals to join The UConn Foundation and help grow philanthropy, engage alumni and donors, and build a strong endowment that strategically advances UConn and UConn Health.

We are committed to a caring, supportive environment through commitment to our Core Values of Purpose, Excellence, Culture, Communication, and Integrity.

The UConn Foundation is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We value different perspectives and are committed to a welcoming environment that respects each person’s experiences and identity.

Position Summary

The Alumni Relations Student Assistant supports the CLAS Alumni Relations team in engaging alumni, coordinating events, and maintaining accurate data that strengthens alumni participation and philanthropic support. This role offers hands‑on experience in higher education advancement, communications, and alumni engagement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and execution of alumni events, including but not limited to logistics, registration, and on-site support
• Ability to work with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences communications team in supporting alumni communications including; drafting emails, newsletter, and social media content. This may include developing social media content, writing alumni profiled, or coordinating with communications team on stories for alumni 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

Key Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Professional, friendly, and dependable demeanor
• Interest in alumni relations, communications, or advancement preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); Familiarity with Social Media tools is a plus

Work Schedule

• 6-10 hours per week (Flexible based on class schedule). Occasional evening or event hours may be required

Education & Experience

• Enrollment at the University of Connecticut
• A student in good standing related to grade point average and student code of conduct