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The University of Iowa Center for Advancement (UICA) is currently providing opportunities for full- time paid summer internships. UICA encourages students from all backgrounds to explore careers in nonprofit settings, promote engagement with the University of Iowa, support and advance the university and its programs through meaningful pre-professional opportunities, and support potential graduates to obtain roles within our organization.
The UICA will provide 9 intern opportunities that provide 10 weeks of work experience, June 1 - August 6. Internships are open to students entering their second year of college in Fall 2027 through students graduating from any college or university in 2027. Interns will earn $18/hour and will be provided with the flexibility and technology to work from home two days per week if desired. Up to five unpaid vacation days will be available throughout the internship program if desired. At the conclusion of the internship, all interns are expected to give a final presentation highlighting their experience and projects they have worked on. Housing and benefits are not available as part of the intern experience and interns must be within driving distance of our Iowa City, IA office.
As the Corporate & Community Development/Children's Miracle Network Intern, you will support fundraising and donor engagement efforts for University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children's Hospital through Corporate and Community Development and Children's Miracle Network programs. Working alongside advancement professionals, you will help strengthen relationships with corporate partners, media partners, community supporters, and fundraising programs that directly benefit pediatric patients and their families. This internship will provide hands-on experience in corporate fundraising, cause marketing, event planning, community engagement, donor stewardship, and nonprofit partnership development while offering meaningful opportunities to support initiatives that advance children's health care.
Core Responsibilities
- Coordinated corporate fundraising campaigns, including Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day and Walmart initiatives, supporting partner engagement and revenue growth.
- Managed corporate partner communications, campaign logistics, and project execution to strengthen relationships and maximize fundraising outcomes.
- Assisted with acquisition, stewardship, and recognition efforts for corporate partners, community partners, and individual donors.
- Collaborated with Children’s Miracle Network fundraising programs to engage corporate sponsors and expand community-based fundraising opportunities.
- Represented University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children’s Hospital at partner meetings, fundraising events, hospital tours, and donor recognition activities, enhancing visibility and partner engagement.
Qualifications
- Open to students entering their second year of college in Fall 2027 through students graduating from any college or university in 2027
- Must be within driving distance of our Iowa City, IA office.
- 2027 UICA internship opportunity applications will remain open UNTIL 4:00pm CDT, Wednesday, November 18th, 2026
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Education
Required- High School or better in High School Diploma
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
The University of Iowa Center for Advancement (UICA) is currently providing opportunities for full- time paid summer internships. UICA encourages students from all backgrounds to explore careers in nonprofit settings, promote engagement with the University of Iowa, support and advance the university and its programs through meaningful pre-professional opportunities, and support potential graduates to obtain roles within our organization.
The UICA will provide 9 intern opportunities that provide 10 weeks of work experience, June 1 - August 6. Internships are open to students entering their second year of college in Fall 2027 through students graduating from any college or university in 2027. Interns will earn $18/hour and will be provided with the flexibility and technology to work from home two days per week if desired. Up to five unpaid vacation days will be available throughout the internship program if desired. At the conclusion of the internship, all interns are expected to give a final presentation highlighting their experience and projects they have worked on. Housing and benefits are not available as part of the intern experience and interns must be within driving distance of our Iowa City, IA office.
As the Corporate & Community Development/Children's Miracle Network Intern, you will support fundraising and donor engagement efforts for University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children's Hospital through Corporate and Community Development and Children's Miracle Network programs. Working alongside advancement professionals, you will help strengthen relationships with corporate partners, media partners, community supporters, and fundraising programs that directly benefit pediatric patients and their families. This internship will provide hands-on experience in corporate fundraising, cause marketing, event planning, community engagement, donor stewardship, and nonprofit partnership development while offering meaningful opportunities to support initiatives that advance children's health care.
Core Responsibilities
- Coordinated corporate fundraising campaigns, including Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day and Walmart initiatives, supporting partner engagement and revenue growth.
- Managed corporate partner communications, campaign logistics, and project execution to strengthen relationships and maximize fundraising outcomes.
- Assisted with acquisition, stewardship, and recognition efforts for corporate partners, community partners, and individual donors.
- Collaborated with Children’s Miracle Network fundraising programs to engage corporate sponsors and expand community-based fundraising opportunities.
- Represented University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children’s Hospital at partner meetings, fundraising events, hospital tours, and donor recognition activities, enhancing visibility and partner engagement.
Qualifications
- Open to students entering their second year of college in Fall 2027 through students graduating from any college or university in 2027
- Must be within driving distance of our Iowa City, IA office.
- 2027 UICA internship opportunity applications will remain open UNTIL 4:00pm CDT, Wednesday, November 18th, 2026
#LI-DNP
Education
Required- High School or better in High School Diploma
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Tips for Your Network Development Specialist Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers open summer internship applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings in the fall for structured programs and revisit throughout the year for rolling openings.
Build proof before you apply
Hiring teams for network development specialist interns expect limited work history. What replaces it is documented project work: home lab setups, network simulation projects using tools like Packet Tracer or GNS3, or configuration repositories you can link directly. Relevant coursework in routing, switching, or network architecture belongs on the resume too.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts alongside campus activity widens your reach considerably.
Practice the technical screen out loud before applying
Network development specialist intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering networking fundamentals, subnetting, routing protocols, and troubleshooting scenarios. Practice walking through your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at the answer, since interviewers weigh how you diagnose a problem as much as whether you solve it correctly.
Target structured internship programs at larger employers
Many large technology and telecommunications companies run cohort-based network engineering internship programs designed specifically for students new to the field. These programs offer structured mentorship and project rotations, recruit early in the fall cycle, and fill their cohorts fast, so identify the ones that fit your background and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 60% of the network development specialist internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through openings, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually take.
Network Development Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a network development specialist internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio of documented network configurations, lab setups, or infrastructure projects that give recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to companies alongside attending campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a network development specialist internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For network development specialist interns, what actually drives it is consistent performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and understanding when return-offer decisions are made so you can ask the right questions early. Position for one, but don't count on it.
When should I apply for network development specialist internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, so applications open months before the program starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, which means openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single seasonal push gives you the widest window.
Are network development specialist internships paid?
Most professional network development specialist internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, so there's no single figure that applies broadly. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing will show it, letting you compare opportunities directly as you apply.
What should a network development specialist internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools and protocols you used, with links to lab configurations, GitHub repositories, or network diagrams where you can share the actual work. Add relevant coursework in networking, routing, or infrastructure. Keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote network development specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 40% of the network development specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they're open to candidates regardless of location, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get network development specialist internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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