Advancement Summer Internship Program - Alumni Engagement - Volunteer Engagement Intern

The University of Iowa Center for Advancement (UICA) is currently providing opportunities for full- time paid summer internships. UICA encourages students from all backgrounds to explore careers in nonprofit settings, promote engagement with the University of Iowa, support and advance the university and its programs through meaningful pre-professional opportunities, and support potential graduates to obtain roles within our organization.

The UICA will provide 9 intern opportunities that provide 10 weeks of work experience, June 2 - August 6. Internships are open to students entering their second year of college in Fall 2027 through students graduating from any college or university in 2027. Interns will earn $18/hour and will be provided with the flexibility and technology to work from home two days per week if desired. Up to five unpaid vacation days will be available throughout the internship program if desired. At the conclusion of the internship, all interns are expected to give a final presentation highlighting their experience and projects they have worked on. Housing and benefits are not available as part of the intern experience and interns must be within driving distance of our Iowa City, IA office.

As the Alumni Engagement – Volunteer Engagement Intern, you will support initiatives that strengthen volunteer engagement and recognition across the University of Iowa community. Working closely with Alumni Engagement staff, you will play a key role in planning the Volunteer Appreciation & Impact Celebration, a new initiative designed to recognize the contributions of University of Iowa volunteers, celebrate their impact, and encourage continued involvement. This internship will provide hands-on experience in event planning, volunteer engagement, program development, research, and stewardship. Through meaningful projects and collaboration with advancement professionals, you will help create sustainable resources and best practices that enhance the volunteer experience and support the university's commitment to volunteer engagement and recognition.

Core Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, budgeting, coordination, and development of materials for the Volunteer Appreciation & Impact Celebration. Create a comprehensive event planning guide to support future implementation and long-term sustainability of the volunteer recognition program.

• Research volunteer engagement, recognition, and stewardship programs at peer and benchmark institutions to identify innovative practices and opportunities for implementation. Develop a best practices resource focused on volunteer recruitment, engagement, recognition, stewardship, and management.

• Assist in developing volunteer resources, toolkits, and engagement materials designed to enhance the volunteer experience. Collaborate with Alumni Engagement staff to create strategies that strengthen volunteer retention, satisfaction, and continued involvement with the university.

• Participate in team meetings and planning discussions to gain exposure to alumni and volunteer engagement strategies, stewardship practices, and advancement operations.

Qualifications

• Open to students entering their second year of college in Fall 2027 through students graduating from any college or university in 2027

• Must be within driving distance of our Iowa City, IA office.

*2027 UICA internship opportunity applications will remain open UNTIL 4:00pm CDT, Wednesday, November 18th, 2026