Individual Giving Student Assistant

The New School’s Development and Alumni Engagement (DAE) Office seeks a dynamic and talented Student Assistant to work with the Individual Giving Team. Reporting to the Individual Giving Director, the Student Assistant will provide part‑time support (15–20 hours per week) of the university’s individual giving efforts by helping to foster a culture of philanthropy among students and assisting in outreach to alumni and donors.

They will receive on‑the‑job training and gain valuable skills in the professional areas of advancement, including fundraising, donor cultivation and stewardship, advancement services, and communications and marketing.

The New School is committed to creating and maintaining an environment that promotes diversity and tolerance in all areas of employment. The New School does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, creed, sex or gender (including gender identity and expression), pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, religious practices, mental or physical disability, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital or partnership status, or any other legally protected status.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

• Assist in the creation and implementation of the on‑campus elements of fundraising initiatives, including Giving Tuesday and Giving Day
• Lead or contribute to student‑centered components
• Help generate creative ideas to build excitement and awareness across campus
• Assist with the process of outreach for donor renewals via text, email, and mail
• Assist in creating and reviewing content for email, social media, and other donor‑facing materials, including capturing campus and student content via photos and video
• Support the planning and execution of the Student Gift
• Represent the department at events, including tabling and engagement activities
• Collaborate with the team to increase student presence and voice in Annual Giving communications

• Provide backup support of the Annual Fund inbox
• Assist in reviewing donation details in Salesforce and associating them with specific campaigns
• Participate in data maintenance efforts in partnership with the Advancement Operations team

$17 per hour, 15–20 hours per week

• Applicant must be a matriculated undergraduate or graduate student at The New School
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail
• Flexible, motivated, and dependable individual who can work well independently and in a team‑based setting
• Exercises good judgment and discretion with sensitive and confidential information
• Willingness to engage with peers and campus community members in person and online
• Strong technology skills, including proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office, as well as willingness to learn new systems
• Experience in content creation (photo, video, graphic design) is a plus

Experience in content creation (photo, video, graphic design) is a plus.