Part-Time Student Fellow, IUAA Events at Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Description:

Department



ALUMNI RELATIONS (IN-ALUM-IUINA)



Department Information



The Indiana University Alumni Association's mission is to activate and support the global alumni network of more than 750,000 IU graduates - encouraging alumni to grow a lifelong connection with Indiana University, and inspiring their ongoing generosity toward each other and the university.


The IUAA activates IU's powerful global network through live and virtual events, volunteer opportunities, scholarship programs, compelling IU content, and seriously fun traditions. Additionally, the association develops and supports volunteer leadership, serves as a voice for alumni as the university evolves, and provides lifelong learning opportunities.



Job Summary



The IU Indianapolis programs and events-focused student fellow will build strategy for IUAA student engagement.


Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Provides insight and recommendations on how students would like to connect with IUAA and recent graduates.


• Serves as the IUAA liaison to the IU Indianapolis Student Foundation.


• Identifies and collaborates with student groups across campus to enhance student engagement with IUAA.


• Explores opportunities for student engagement at current IU Indianapolis signature events, including the Regatta Hospitality Event, Alumni Leaders Dinner, and Weekend U.


• Explores student engagement opportunities at Affinity events in Indianapolis (LGBTQ+ Alumni Association Celebration Weekend and Neal-Marshall Alumni Club Jazz Brunch).


• Performs event-related responsibilities for the 2025 Weekend U event, including creating and maintaining vendor relationships, collaborating with colleagues, providing logistical insight during planning, and day-of coordination.


• Serves on the Student Alumni Association and IU Homecoming Steering Committee.

Qualifications



EDUCATION



Required

• Currently as a student at Indiana University.

WORK EXPERIENCE



Preferred

• Experience with or an interest in event coordination from planning, to execution, to post-event reporting.


• Experience creating communications for a defined audience.


• Experience designing digital marketing materials for social media or other web-based platforms.


• Experience with design software, such as InDesign, Photoshop, or Canva, is a plus.

SKILLS



Required

• Proficient communication skills.


• Strong attention to detail.


• Ability to work as a member of a team with a collaborative attitude.


• Ability to maintain open communication and be highly resourceful and self-motivated.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.


• Demonstrates an eagerness and commitment to learn about the identities and cultures of various alumni and student populations, including but not limited to, alumni of color, LGBTQ+ alumni, and international alumni, and be dedicated to ensuring they are appropriately represented in communications.

Working Conditions / Demands



The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.


Position will start in August 2024.



Additional Information



As we pursue our mission, a core set of values guides our approach:



Collaboration - We work together to achieve common goals.



Commitment - We serve each other, our alumni and the university with professionalism and integrity.



Inclusion - We work to create an inclusive culture that is committed to diversity, belonging, and equity.



Pride - We share and celebrate the best of the past, present, and future of IU.


As we undertake our mission of activating and supporting the global alumni network, we have 3 priorities that guide our work. Each of these priorities is supported by strategies that direct our efforts in the years to come.



Cultivate belonging - To ensure a welcoming, equitable, diverse, and inclusive community, we will challenge discrimination and our inherent biases.



Deepen alumni loyalty - To build the alumni community, we will learn how alumni identify with IU and each other, and then offer relevant experiences that encourage stronger commitment.



Strengthen alumni relations across IU - We will collaborate with IU stakeholders and support efforts to engage more deeply with their alumni audiences.



Work Location



IU Indianapolis Advancement Center
340 West Michigan Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202


This position is eligible to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change in the future based on university policy and business needs.



Advertised Salary



$15.00 per hour.



Work Hours



10 - 15 hours per week.



Benefits Overview



For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance


• Dental insurance


• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution


• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options


• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting


• Additional supplemental retirement plan options


• Tuition benefit for IU classes


• 10 paid holidays per year


• Generous Paid Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.



Job Classification



Career Level: Part Time Employee


FLSA: Nonexempt


Job Function: Part Time Employee


Job Family: Part Time Student Employee


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Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.



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