Outreach & Fundraising Intern (CSLP FWS)

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY is offering a student worker position focused on community service within the Phoenix Valley. The role entails creating marketing materials, supporting community events, and assisting with donor relations. Students will work up to 20 hours a week during the academic year and have opportunities in the summer.

Applicants must be full-time or half-time students at GCU, maintaining a specific GPA. Reliability and enthusiasm for helping others are essential traits.

Qualifications

• Students must maintain GPA of 2.0 for undergraduates or 3.0 for graduates.
• Must be enthusiastic about service and helping others.
• Responsible for creating marketing materials and assisting at events.

Responsibilities

• Create and publish marketing materials for social media.
• Attend community enrichment events to assist with operations.
• Organize donation solicitation letters and requests.
• Assist with donor relation campaigns.

Skills

Enthusiastic about helping others

Strong ethics and integrity

Reliable transportation

Previous mentoring experience

Ability to speak a second language

Education

Current enrollment at GCU in an undergraduate or graduate program

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

Grand Canyon University (GCU) maintains relationships with nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations that improve the quality of life for community residents in the Phoenix Valley. GCU partners with Angels on Patrol, located in Downtown Phoenix, to help families move from crisis to stability by providing safety, basic needs, and connecting them to community resources. The CSLP student worker’s schedule depends on Angels on Patrol’s hours of operation. Students may not work more than 20 hours per week during the academic year (fall/spring). Eligible students may work during the summer (May‑August). This position is approved as a Community Service Learning Program (CSLP) under 34 CFR 675.2(b) and is open to non‑GCU community members. All FWS and FWS‑CSLP applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa to be considered for federal work‑study and funding.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Create and publish marketing materials for social media platforms and organization events.
2. Attend youth and community enrichment events to assist with general operations.
3. Organize and complete donation solicitation letters and requests.
4. Assist with donor relation campaigns and efforts.
5. Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Hours and Schedule

Students may work up to 20 hours per week during the academic year. Summer employment is available from May to August. Pay is set to the minimum wage.

Equipment and Supervisory Responsibilities

Equipment: MS Office Suite. No supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about helping others and committed to service.
• Strong ethics, integrity, and sense of responsibility.
• Reliable transportation.
• Previous mentoring experience is a plus.
• Ability to speak a second language is a plus.
• Current enrollment at GCU in an undergraduate or graduate program full‑time (fall/spring) or half‑time (summer) and maintaining needed GPA (2.0 for undergraduates, 3.0 for graduates) and standing.

Legal and EEO Statement

GCU is a Christ‑centered higher education institution that values diversity among students, faculty, and staff. The university invites applications from all qualified individuals—including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Employment is contingent upon a successful pre‑employment screening, including a background check.

Anticipated End Date

June 30, 2027