What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Alumni Engagement Assistant I _Non-FWS position at GW Student Employment Center for Career Services?
Position Details
Position Information
Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.
Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.
If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.
Position Title
Student Alumni Engagement Assistant I _Non-FWS
Level of Support
Student Support I
Position Type
Non-FWS
Number of Openings
1
Work Hours
During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)
Wage Per Hour
18.40
Division/School
School of Business
Department Name
144101 OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT
Department Bio
The GW School of Business Office of University Advancement builds and strengthens relationships with more than 62,000 alumni, donors, parents, and friends around the world through meaningful communications, events, volunteer opportunities, donor stewardship, and philanthropic initiatives. Working collaboratively across the school and university, the team advances the mission and strategic priorities of GWSB.
Position Specific Summary
Reporting to the Director of Constituent Engagement (Alumni Relations) and Annual Giving, the Student Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the GW School of Business Office of University Advancement. This position assists with donor stewardship, alumni communications, social media, event planning, data management, and a variety of special projects that support alumni engagement and fundraising initiatives. Working closely with members of the University Advancement team, the Student Assistant will gain hands-on experience in higher education advancement, nonprofit administration, communications, event management, and donor relations while helping strengthen GWSB's connection to its global network of more than 62,000 alumni and friends. This position works approximately 10-15 hours per week. Students should be available to work at least two days per week for a minimum of three hours per shift. Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on departmental priorities and the student's interests and skills.
The Student Assistant supports the daily operations of the GWSB Office of University Advancement through a variety of administrative, communications, stewardship, and event-related responsibilities. Duties may include:
• Assisting with donor stewardship activities, including preparing acknowledgments, stewardship mailings, and related correspondence.
• Supporting alumni communications by scheduling social media content, monitoring shared email accounts, and assisting with website quality assurance.
• Assisting with event planning and execution, including preparing registration materials, name badges, event packets, and post-event follow-up.
• Performing administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, scanning, document organization, spreadsheet updates, and assembling materials.
• Conducting basic research and supporting special projects as assigned.
• Performing other duties as assigned to support the evolving needs of the department.
Standard Position Description
The student will support the relationship and the connection between alumni the university. Tasks may include: contacting alumni to update demographic information, keep alumni connected to the University, and solicit monetary gifts to support students through academic programs, scholarships, and student life. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.
Professional Outcomes
Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism, Technology and Data
Required Qualifications
This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in admin, customer service, or communications. Skilled in MS Office (Excel, Word, Power BI), Canva, and LinkedIn. Strong organizational, detail-oriented, and problem-solving abilities. Passionate about marketing, higher ed, fundraising, or event planning.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
10/02/2026
Job Close Date
10/30/2026
Campus Location
Foggy Bottom
Work Type Designation
In-Person
Hiring Manager Name
Benjamin Donnelly
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check
The student employee will:
Have access to process or view financial transactions, student records/grades, employee records, medical records, and/or social security numbers. - Background check required., Work in or have access to residence halls or other restricted areas, or have access to university key - Background check required.
Position Information
Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.
Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.
If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.
Position Title
Student Alumni Engagement Assistant I _Non-FWS
Level of Support
Student Support I
Position Type
Non-FWS
Number of Openings
1
Work Hours
During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)
Wage Per Hour
18.40
Division/School
School of Business
Department Name
144101 OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT
Department Bio
The GW School of Business Office of University Advancement builds and strengthens relationships with more than 62,000 alumni, donors, parents, and friends around the world through meaningful communications, events, volunteer opportunities, donor stewardship, and philanthropic initiatives. Working collaboratively across the school and university, the team advances the mission and strategic priorities of GWSB.
Position Specific Summary
Reporting to the Director of Constituent Engagement (Alumni Relations) and Annual Giving, the Student Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the GW School of Business Office of University Advancement. This position assists with donor stewardship, alumni communications, social media, event planning, data management, and a variety of special projects that support alumni engagement and fundraising initiatives. Working closely with members of the University Advancement team, the Student Assistant will gain hands-on experience in higher education advancement, nonprofit administration, communications, event management, and donor relations while helping strengthen GWSB's connection to its global network of more than 62,000 alumni and friends. This position works approximately 10-15 hours per week. Students should be available to work at least two days per week for a minimum of three hours per shift. Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on departmental priorities and the student's interests and skills.
The Student Assistant supports the daily operations of the GWSB Office of University Advancement through a variety of administrative, communications, stewardship, and event-related responsibilities. Duties may include:
• Assisting with donor stewardship activities, including preparing acknowledgments, stewardship mailings, and related correspondence.
• Supporting alumni communications by scheduling social media content, monitoring shared email accounts, and assisting with website quality assurance.
• Assisting with event planning and execution, including preparing registration materials, name badges, event packets, and post-event follow-up.
• Performing administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, scanning, document organization, spreadsheet updates, and assembling materials.
• Conducting basic research and supporting special projects as assigned.
• Performing other duties as assigned to support the evolving needs of the department.
Standard Position Description
The student will support the relationship and the connection between alumni the university. Tasks may include: contacting alumni to update demographic information, keep alumni connected to the University, and solicit monetary gifts to support students through academic programs, scholarships, and student life. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.
Professional Outcomes
Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism, Technology and Data
Required Qualifications
This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in admin, customer service, or communications. Skilled in MS Office (Excel, Word, Power BI), Canva, and LinkedIn. Strong organizational, detail-oriented, and problem-solving abilities. Passionate about marketing, higher ed, fundraising, or event planning.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
10/02/2026
Job Close Date
10/30/2026
Campus Location
Foggy Bottom
Work Type Designation
In-Person
Hiring Manager Name
Benjamin Donnelly
Special Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check
The student employee will:
Have access to process or view financial transactions, student records/grades, employee records, medical records, and/or social security numbers. - Background check required., Work in or have access to residence halls or other restricted areas, or have access to university key - Background check required.
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