Advancement Student Intern – Athletic Development

Position Title: Advancement Student Intern – Athletic Development

Semester/Year: 2026- 2027 Academic Year

Total Positions Available: 2

Supervisor: Morgan Ewert

Pay rate: $16 per hour 

Hours per wk: 4-8 hrs per week

Start Date: 9/7/2026

End Date: 4/30/2027

Position Overview

The Advancement Student Intern – Athletic Development supports fundraising, donor engagement, and athletic advancement initiatives for Hobart and William Smith Athletics. This position provides hands-on experience in higher education fundraising, event planning, communications, and project management while working closely with coaches, student-athletes, and advancement staff to strengthen philanthropic support for HWS Athletics.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary student liaison between the Office of Athletic Development and varsity athletic teams, helping communicate fundraising initiatives and engagement opportunities. 
• Assist in planning and executing Athletics Day of Donors, including outreach to teams, tracking participation, preparing materials, and supporting day-of logistics. 
• Support donor communications by proofreading, formatting, and assisting with emails, social media content, stewardship materials, and other outreach. 
• Help coordinate athletic fundraising campaigns, including team-based annual giving initiatives and special projects. 
• Assist with athletic stewardship and donor engagement events, providing logistical and administrative support before, during, and after events. 
• Collaborate with coaches, student-athletes, and advancement staff to promote a culture of philanthropy within HWS Athletics. 
• Support project timelines, administrative tasks, and special initiatives that contribute to the success of Athletic Development.

Qualifications

• Current Hobart and William Smith Colleges student in good academic standing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks at once.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; experience with databases a plus.
• Positive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to learn.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately. You may be contacted by the hiring supervisor for additional information/ interview. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a statement of interest and resume.

Students hired into on-campus jobs must complete federal employment paperwork, including the Form I9. Students must present original documents indicating they are eligible to work in the U.S. Photocopies of documents cannot be accepted. Students should ensure they have their documents on campus or have a plan to get their documents to campus if they are hired to work on campus.