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Development Intern (UGA Division of Development & Alumni Relations)

University of Georgia
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This internship is a partnership between UGA’s Division of Development and Alumni Relations and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). This eight-week summer internship program runs from June 1 to July 24, 2026, and is designed for undergraduate students who may not have previously considered a career in higher education development. Open to current UGA students, the DAR Summer Internship serves as an opportunity to work with expert fundraisers and development support teams for a hands-on learning experience to explore how a donor’s gift can transform into life-changing research, scholarships, and other higher education advancements.  Two interns will be selected to participate in the program.

ABOUT THE DIVISION OF DEVELOPMENT & ALUMNI RELATIONS

The Division of Development and Alumni Relations at the University of Georgia advances the goals, objectives, and priorities of the university by generating private financial support, building, and maintaining relationships with alumni and donors, and assisting students with career development opportunities.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Applications must be submitted via Handshake and include:

  • Resume
  • 1 professional reference
  • Personal statement of 250-500 words or less sharing your interest in higher education development
  • Deadline for applications is March 25, 2026. Interviews will be conducted on campus the week of March 30th. For more information, please contact Christy Dasher.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

  • Current undergraduate UGA student (not taking classes during internship time frame)
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate with individuals and teams
  • Demonstrated campus leadership experience
  • Strong interest in and enthusiasm for philanthropy

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, & COMPETENCIES NEEDED

  • Innovative self-starter who displays an ability to learn quickly and easily adapts to changing situations.
  • Emotionally intelligent individual with excellent written and oral communication skills who can work effectively with various stakeholders.
  • Highly motivated professional who is coachable and desires to learn and grow in this position.
  • Results-driven performer who is comfortable setting and achieving challenging goals.
  • Active collaborator who enjoys working with people and desires to work in a team-based environment.
  • Trustworthy teammate who operates with the highest level of integrity, honesty, and respect.
  • Comfortable working with database management software and maintaining sensitive information.
  • Knowledgeable of Word, Excel, and email.

Additional Division Expectations:

  • Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment.
  • Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting is expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION

  • Work in a standard office environment
  • Sit and work at a computer workstation for extended periods of time
  • Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, and paper form correspondence
  • Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listening
  • Organize and establish priorities; Remember detail; Multi-task
  • Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
  • Walk, stand, stoop, lift, kneel, climb
  • Will travel (by car, air, train, or bus) domestically as needed.
  • Work weekends, evenings, and other non-traditional schedules, as necessary.

DAR DEVELOPMENT INTERNS WORK 40 HOURS PER WEEK AND  RECEIVE: 

  • Full-time, hands-on work experience in development and alumni relations including annual giving, major gifts, prospect research, and written communication.
  • $17.00/hr
  • All-expense paid, three day CASE Internship Conference in Washington, DC
  • Participation in CASE advancement webinars and professional development virtual sessions
  • Mentor from UGA
  • A designated book from the CASE Bookstore
  • Matched with a CASE member to have two Zoom chats over course of the summer
  • Opportunities to meet virtually and network with former CASE Interns now working in advancement
  • Regular communication post-internship on entry-level job postings and career development opportunities

EEO POLICY STATEMENT

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).