Colorado State University’s University Advancement team advances CSU by connecting alumni and donors to their passions. We achieve this mission by wholeheartedly embracing CSU’s Principles of Community and by continually striving to create an inclusive and equitable environment where the unique contributions of each individual are celebrated. Through a stalwart commitment to the practice of Principled Philanthropy, we are creating a future for Colorado State University where everyone is welcome and Proud to Be a CSU Ram.
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Student Employment Opportunities
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Our Open Roles
Colorado Alumni Engagement Specialist
The Colorado Alumni Engagement Specialist is responsible for managing meaningful alumni engagement opportunities for alumni throughout Colorado and Southern Wyoming, excluding the seven-county metro Denver area and Fort Collins. They will build positive relationships with alumni as well as internal and external partners and create and manage meaningful engagement opportunities for alumni to strengthen their relationship with CSU. This will be accomplished through virtual and face-to-face meetings as well as planning and executing programs and events across Colorado and Southern Wyoming in order to meet unit goals. They will serve as an Alumni Association lead on a variety of events and programs and will collaborate with various campus partners in the delivery of these programs. While working directly with the Managing Director of Alumni Engagement, this position will be responsible for consulting and executing a Colorado alumni engagement master plan and strategy that will align with the overall engagement strategy for the Alumni Association.
This position is based out of the Alumni Association office on the CSU Campus in Fort Collins, Colorado and reports to the Managing Director of Alumni Engagement. This position requires the ability to lift/carry 25 pounds, and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation or access to a driver. This is a 12-month, full-time appointment.
Applications due: May 1st , 11:59 PM (MT)
Talent and HR Generalist
The TMHR unit seeks to fill a Talent and HR Generalist position. This role serves as a comprehensive generalist, in support of the overall strategic mission of University Advancement. A successful candidate will possess the ability to build strong relationships. The role will partner with supervisors to develop position descriptions, implement benefits and leave administration, manage the division’s recognition and incentive strategies, provide support for TMHR processes while establishing strong administrative functions for the unit, as well as support the division as an HR resource for questions, advice, counsel and conflict resolution.
The TMHR Generalist must have the ability to streamline existing HR functions, and ensure complex programs and processes are clear throughout the division. This position will also have responsibility for utilizing our applicant tracking system (TMS) to assist in the position classification process. This position will also be responsible to infuse diversity, equity, and inclusion into all aspects of their work in order to contribute to ensuring staff of all backgrounds feel represented and included.
This position is a 12-month full-time appointment, based in Fort Collins and reporting to the Executive Director of Talent and HR, with the potential for flexible work arrangements, including remote work.
Applications due: April 17th, 11:59 PM (MT)
Student Employment Opportunities
If you are looking for an opportunity to learn valuable skills and prepare for a career through collaboration with campus partners and employers, University Advancement is the place to be. We are looking for students in all areas of study with all levels of experience.
We have more than 60 student employees in a variety of our units, including Advancement Business Services, Advancement Marketing and Communications, CSU Events, Innovation Technology and Education, the Alumni Association and more!
If you are interested in working for University Advancement as a student hourly employee or work study student, check out our available opportunities below, find us at CSU Career Fairs, or reach out to Jerick Flores. All open UA student positions will be advertised and made open to applications via Handshake.
Our Open Student Roles
Student Advancement Associate, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
The Office of Advancement in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVMBS) is hiring a Student Advancement Associate! This position plays an important role in CVMBS fundraising efforts by providing administrative and project support to the CVMBS development team.
Applications due: May 10, 2022
College of Liberal Arts Engagement and Events Coordinator
The College of Liberal Arts (CLA) Student Engagement and Events Coordinator shall support the CLA Development team primarily by producing and managing 4-6 small donor events annually. In addition to these primary responsibilities, the CLA Student Coordinator shall perform other Development related duties as assigned, including administrative support and donor stewardship.
We are looking for a student who can work the 22/23 school year and would also be open to a student working Summer 2022. Please indicate your seasonal ability on your cover letter.
Applications due: May 11, 2022
Digital Engagement Center Student Ambassador
Do you love talking to people? Apply today to become a Student Ambassador at the Digital Engagement Center, CSU’s fundraising call center located on campus in the Smith Alumni Center. You’ll spend your time talking on the phone and texting with alumni and friends of CSU, building positive relationships, and asking for gifts to support initiatives across campus.
This is a great opportunity to develop your communication and sales skills, which are especially helpful if you’re planning to go into business, marketing, non-profit/fundraising, or communication fields after graduation. We’ll give you the experience and skills to help you communicate clearly and advocate for your causes.
Applications due: July 30, 2022 11:55 PM (MT)
Contact Us
Looking for more information about our full-time or student employment opportunities? Please contact our Recruiting and Talent Acquisition Specialist, Katie Lynch, at Katie.Lynch@Colostate.edu or (970) 491-8152. We can’t wait to hear from you!