Research Intern Jobs in Salt Lake City, UT

The University of Utah Office of Alumni Relations is hiring an Alumni Engagement Intern to support the regional engagement and signature events programs. Reporting to the Manager, Alumni Chapters, this person will provide day-to-day administrative and operational support as it relates to the U Alumni regional chapters and alumni events. This role will collaborate with the entire Alumni Engagement Team to assist in proactively fostering relationships with University of Utah alumni as well as help create experiences for alumni to engage with the University of Utah. This role will work primarily with the Alumni Chapters team to prepare and execute regional events and programs, as well as support the Alumni Engagement Events Manager in executing local U Alumni signature events. All events this role may support includes but is not limited to: regional events/engagements (no travel required), local events/engagements, Homecoming, tailgates, graduation season, and more. The ideal student candidate is detail-oriented, timely and efficient, a self-starter, creative, and a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role requires proactive thinking, outgoingness, and willingness to try and learn. Candidates must be students currently enrolled at the University of Utah.

The core responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
Weekly recurring tasks include: new chapter member mailer packets, chapters marketing and communications preparations, updating registration lists, distributing athletics tickets, data review and management tasks, and other administrative tasks necessary to the functions of alumni chapters.

Operational responsibilities may include: managing alumni event calendars, overseeing inventory and distribution of promotional materials, and preparing reports, and managing the U Alumni Chapters email inbox and Mongoose texting platform. Assistance with the planning and execution of local alumni engagement events.

Attendance will be required for events including, but not limited to: football tailgates, local alumni events, Founder’s Day, Homecoming, Swoop Sprint 5K, and more. Scheduling and details will be provided with notice.

This role may involve compiling, organizing, and/or analyzing data related to alumni engagement and event metrics.

Additional duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Candidates must be current University of Utah students.

The ideal student candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple responsibilities effectively. They demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and a creative, problem-solving mindset. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, event-driven environment. This role is an in-office role and will require availability for occasional evenings and weekends. The role may involve lifting and transporting event materials. An interest in event planning, marketing, communications, or alumni relations is preferred.

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

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To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

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07/09/2026

PRN17204N

UU Student - Other

Alumni Engagement Intern

SJ

Nonexempt

No

Non Benefited Staff / Student

No

19

Part Time

Variable

12-15 hours per week (up to 19 hours depending on workload) In office work required, Office Hours are 8:00am-5:00pm, working hours can be flexible within that time. Some weekends and evenings may be required for local events. Scheduling will be discussed and planned in advance between Supervisor and Student Worker.

No

President

00326 - Office of Alumni Relations

Campus

Salt Lake City, UT

External Posting

$15/hour

09/21/2026