Non-College Workstudy, Advancement & University Relations

Supports UHD’s strategic fundraising, and alumni relations efforts by working closely with university development and alumni relations professionals. Individuals interested in serving UHD by bolstering outside support will gain a distinctive perspective on building relationships, raising funds in support of the university, and demonstrating the positive impact that giving can have on the university. Although this student will not be directly involved with soliciting support, the position will enable someone to learn about supporting successful university and nonprofit fundraising.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be available 20 hours per week 
• MS Office Tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Must be willing to work occasional evenings, and weekends (as needed)
• In order to be granted access to confidential donor and alumni information, candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check

EEO/AA

• Must be a current UHD undergraduate or graduate student and in good standing with the university 

Preferred Qualifications

Currently majoring in communication, English, marketing, non-profit management, political science, professional writing, psychology, social sciences, social work, technical communication, or a related field

About University of Houston Downtown

The second-largest university in Houston, the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is a comprehensive, four-year, urban university in the heart of downtown. Led by President Loren J. Blanchard, UHD is a community of diverse faculty, staff, students, and regional partners dedicated to nurturing talent, generating knowledge, and driving socioeconomic mobility for a just and sustainable future.  

Since opening its doors in 1974, UHD has grown in size, scope, and service, now offering 46 bachelor’s and 11 master’s degree programs and 17 fully online programs within its four colleges: Marilyn Davies College of Business, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, College of Public Service, and College of Sciences & Technology.

UHD educates approximately 15,000 students annually. With more than 77% of UHD’s students coming directly from Harris County, UHD is not just a university in Houston, but Houston’s University and an Anchor Institution for the region.

UHD is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, a Minority-Serving Institution, and a Military-Friendly School. While the student population is largely Hispanic at 53% and African-American at 20%, more than 64 countries are represented. Furthermore, UHD has the most affordable tuition among four-year universities in Houston, and its graduates have the lowest student loan debt in the state. Importantly, 70% of UHD freshman students are the first in their families to attend college.

UHD is one of the four distinct and separate components of the University of Houston System, which also includes the University of Houston, University of Houston-Clear Lake, and University of Houston-Victoria.  Instructional Sites operated by UHD are University of Houston-Downtown Northwest, University of Houston-Downtown at Lone Star College-Kingwood, and University of Houston-Downtown at Lone Star College-Woodlands.