Philanthropic Communications and Content Intern - IE

Working Title: Philanthropic Communications and Content Intern - IE

State Role

Title:

Philanthropic Communications and Content Intern

Position Type: Institutional Employment

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: N/A

College/Division: Advancement Marketing

Department: 100445 - Philanthropic Communications

Pay Band:

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $16.50

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? N/A

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

Beginning Review Date:

At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.

JMU offers several perks to all employees including:

• A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC):
  Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
• Holiday Breaks:
  The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
• Talent Development Trainings:
  The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.

At JMU, we believe in Being the Change — and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.

Discover what makes JMU a great place to work: bit.ly/JMUEmployment

JMU's Philanthropic Communications team is looking for a curious, relationship-driven Langridge Fellow to join us for the 2026-27 academic year. In this year-long role, you’ll serve as a liaison to our partner, Valley Scholars, by helping build a framework for lasting community among their students and alumni; writing stories that inspire giving to the program; and keeping their giving websites up to date.

In the spring, you'll support Family Business Symposium, one of Principal Giving's signature donor events. You will gain hands‑on experience building systems for alumni engagement through social media and newsletters, maintaining accurate donor records in Salesforce, and supporting high‑touch events, all while developing professional skills through close mentorship and structured supervision.

• Hours: 10-15 hours per week. Between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, during the semester. (We will determine your work schedule based on your availability.) This is a year‑long commitment for the 2026-27 academic year, starting late‑September 2026.
• Work Location: In person, at Sonner Hall (next to Business school)
• Compensation: $16.50/hour
• Reports to: Arushi Sachan, Associate Director of Campaign Communications & Content Strategy

• Valley Scholars Liaison:
  Project Coordinator and Content Creation (75%)
  • Liaise with the Valley Scholars program team to help build a sustainable framework for connecting current students and alumni, including a Linked In community and opportunities for dialogue between the two groups
  • Support processes for capturing and maintaining Valley Scholars alumni contact information while students are still enrolled, working with the registrar to maintain accurate and current alum records in Salesforce
  • Write and edit content for a new Valley Scholars newsletter, in…