About the Alumni Association
The East Carolina Alumni Association was created to develop a spirit of cooperation and loyalty among alumni and to promote the general welfare of the institution. The scope of the association, which was
organized by the classes of 1911 and 1912 in June, 1912, has grown tremendously as the alumni population
has multiplied with a growing ECU. In order to keep pace with a rapidly developing university, the Alumni Association was incorporated as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in 1967. Since that time the alumni
population has increased from 15,000 to more than 130,000.
Today, our mission is to inform, involve, and serve members of the ECU family throughout their lifelong
relationship with the University.
About Alumni Programs
The Alumni Programs arm of the East Carolina Alumni Association performs numerous functions to support the organization’s mission including planning fundraising events to raise money for ECU student scholarships, campus activities such as reunions to serve alumni groups, regional events to engage alumni across the Pirate Nation, and student events to build relationships and prepare future Pirate Alumni for tomorrow.
Description
Under the guidance of 3 event planning professionals, this position will provide an opportunity to increase
your knowledge of planning and executing successful events. Potential opportunities include:
•Attend regional alumni events like Freshmen Sendoffs and Alumni Networking events
•Network with ECU alumni and friends
•Create marketing plans and budgets for various events
•Research venues and event space for various Alumni Association programs in targeted regions of the US
•Research new event ideas for alumni and student programming
•Solicit businesses for donations for the Pirate’s Bounty Scholarship Auction
•Serve on the committee that plans the annual ECU Alumni Scholarship Classic golf tournament
•Serve on a reunion committee that helps plan the 25th Class Reunion, 50th Class Reunion, Black
Alumni Reunion, or other affinity reunions
•Assist in planning the Pirate Alumni Road Race and Fun Run
•Plan and execute events for the Forever Pirates student membership program, including Etiquette
Dinners, Dress for Success, acquisition events, study breaks, and more
The Director of Alumni Programs will work with potential interns to match their interests with the needs of
the Alumni Association to determine a set of goals.
Work Schedule
Work schedule is flexible. The length of the internship will be predetermined based on candidate needs.
Candidates must be willing to commit to a weekly schedule with a minimum of 10 hours per week. Some
nights and weekends will be required but will count toward your 10 hour minimum. Travel/use of vehicle may be required.
Computer Skills Desired
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel is required.
Interested?
Contact Tanya Kern ’02 (kernt@ecu.edu or 252-328-1958) to schedule an interview. Screening will begin
immediately.
Alumni Programs Student Intern Agreement
Description
Under the guidance of 3 event-planning professionals, this position will provide an opportunity to increase your knowledge of planning and executing successful events. Potential opportunities include:
•Attend regional alumni events like Freshmen Sendoffs and Alumni Networking events
•Network with ECU alumni and friends
•Create marketing plans and budgets for various events
•Research venues and event space for various Alumni Association programs in targeted regions of the US
•Research new event ideas for alumni and student programming
•Solicit businesses for donations for the Pirate’s Bounty Scholarship Auction
•Serve on the committee that plans the annual ECU Alumni Scholarship Classic golf tournament
•Serve on a reunion committee that helps plan the 25th Class Reunion, 50th Class Reunion, or the Black Alumni Reunion
The Director of Alumni Programs will work with potential interns to match their interests with the needs of the Alumni Association to determine a set of goals.
Work Schedule
Work schedule is flexible. Candidates must be willing to commit to a weekly schedule with a minimum of 10 hours per week. Any variation in the committed weekly schedule must be approved by a member of the Programs team. Some nights and weekends will be required but will count toward your 10 hour minimum.
Dress Code
Business professional attire is required at all times. Flip flops, jeans, sandals, tennis shoes, and t-shirts are not allowed unless notified otherwise.
Professional Behavior
Behavior deemed inappropriate include: consuming drugs or alcohol before or during any and all Alumni
activities, failing to represent the East Carolina Alumni Association, or East Carolina University in a positive manner, smoking during Alumni events, and demonstrating lack of respect towards any fellow intern, advisor, University representative, or other party. In addition, anything that violates the ECU
Student Code of Conduct is considered inappropriate.
Requirements
Candidates must be able to lift 20 pounds and be proficient in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
All candidates must agree to sign a confidentiality agreement and a background check.
Compensation
This is a non-paid internship. The experience is priceless!
Terms
This Internship requires a minimum of 400 total hours, which must be achieved over a continuous calendar time of no less than 10 weeks. Once the 400 hours are completed, the Director of Alumni Programs will fill out an evaluation form and submit to appropriate advisor. An extended Internship opportunity can be arranged as long as both parties agree to a new set of terms. An Internship agreement may be terminated if the student intern fails to meet minimum work schedule requirements, deadlines for assigned tasks, and business professional standards. In such case, this could impact your grade if applicable.
This agreement will begin on ____________________ and be completed on _______________________.
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