Foundation Intern

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Job Summary
The UMC Foundation Intern will provide administrative, operational, and event support for the UMC Foundation, with a primary focus on Children's Miracle Network (CMN) at UMC Children's Hospital. This position will assist with daily office operations, fundraising events, community engagement activities, and special projects that support the philanthropic mission of UMC Health System.
The intern will work closely with Foundation staff to assist with event preparation, donor communications, fundraising materials, corporate partner visits, and various administrative responsibilities. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, flexibility, and a willingness to assist wherever needed. The intern will gain valuable hands-on experience in nonprofit operations, fundraising, and community relations while helping make a meaningful impact on patients and families throughout our region.
Reports to: Director, CMN
Job Specific Responsibilities
Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:
• Assist with the preparation, coordination, and execution of UMC Foundation and Children's Miracle Network fundraising events, campaigns, and activities.
•Provide administrative and operational support to Foundation staff, including data entry, filing, organizing materials, correspondence, and general office tasks.
•Assist with event logistics, including assembling materials, preparing supplies, coordinating deliveries, event setup and breakdown, and post-event follow-up.
•Support donor stewardship and recognition efforts through preparing thank-you letters, donor gifts, recognition materials, and mailings.
•Travel locally to deliver and pick up materials, run Foundation-related errands, and assist with corporate partner visits and fundraising activities.
•Provide general support to the CMN team and broader Foundation department with special projects and daily operational needs.
•Represent UMC Foundation and Children's Miracle Network in a professional, courteous, and positive manner.
•Perform additional duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
•Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, preferably pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, business, public relations, nonprofit management, or a related field.
•Interest in nonprofit fundraising, event planning, philanthropy, or community engagement preferred.
•Previous administrative, customer service, volunteer, or event experience preferred.
Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations
•Reliable access to a personal vehicle for work-related travel.
Skills and Abilities
•Highly organized, dependable, and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
•Strong written and verbal communication skills.
•Ability to work independently, follow directions, and take initiative when appropriate.
•Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
•Ability to work collaboratively with a team and adapt to changing priorities.
•Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
•Strong time management and problem-solving skills.
•Professional, positive attitude and willingness to assist with a variety of tasks.
•Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
•Flexibility to assist with occasional evening and weekend events as needed.
•Willingness and ability to travel frequently within the local community for work-related errands, deliveries, and corporate partner visits.
Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships
This position will interact regularly with UMC Foundation and Children's Miracle Network staff, hospital departments, Foundation Board members, volunteers, donors, corporate sponsors, and community partners. Professionalism, teamwork, and positive relationship-building are essential to supporting the mission and daily operations of the Foundation.

Physical Capabilities
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. Ability to read, write, listen, and verbally communicate

Environmental Working Conditions
This position is exposed to indoor varying temperature changes

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

*Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.​*