These paid internships are available year-round. Up to two interns are needed each semester. Junior-, senior-, and graduate-level students attending any college or university in Kentucky and the Southern Indiana region are eligible. Additionally, all Kentucky residents attending a college or university out of state may apply.
10 hours per week (approximately 150 hours per semester) are required, although special arrangements may be made when school requirements differ. Each successful intern upon completion of the 150-hour requirement will be awarded a $1,000 stipend.
Students must have a minimum GPA of a 3.0 to be eligible for this internship. Two letters of recommendation from faculty or prior employers are required with your resume submission.
Fall 2024 Intern Work Plan
Application deadline: August 5, 2024
Interns will gain an understanding of the following:
Individual Giving (including membership and major gifts)
Corporate Giving
Database entry and payment processing
Event planning/management
Fundraising communications
Each intern participates in the production and execution of the following:
Research, purchasing, and order fulfillment/shipping
Family Fun Club: representing KET at community events
Writing and editing
Direct mail solicitation samples
Donor acknowledgements
E-solicitations
Web/social promotional copy
General Office Support
Answering phones, returning calls
Other duties as assigned
Schedule
~10hours/week (3-5 days per week), August through December 2024
Availability preferred for these event dates:
Sunday, September 29, 2024
Saturday, October 12, 2024
Saturday, October 19, 2024
November 19 –21, 2024
December 4, 2024
Interested?
Please fill out the application and submit your cover letter, resume, and the required letters ofrecommendation by the August 5th deadline. You may also email letters of recommendation to [email protected].