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    Graduate Trainee Program US and Canada

    CASE Graduate Trainee Progammes
    • Asia-Pacific
    • Europe
    • US and Canada
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    The candidate application period is now open for the 2023-24 program. We are also accepting hosts.

    For those interested in fundraising, philanthropy and advancement in education, the CASE Graduate Trainee Program US/Canada is a great way to begin a career in the sector while getting direct support and training from one of the largest associations for education advancement professionals.

     

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    CASE is grateful to its partners who continue to provide opportunities for recent grads and early career talent to begin a career in educational fundraising.  

    Austin Peay State University 
    Boston University
    Colorado College
    Dartmouth College
    DePaul University 
    Elgin Academy
    Kansas State University 
    Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
    North Carolina State University
    Ohio University
    Oregon State University Foundation
    Pennsylvania State University
    Rhode Island School of Design 
    Rice University 
    Saint Leo University
    The Hill School 
    The Ohio State University
    University of California, Davis
    University of Chicago
    University of Houston
    University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign 
    University of Iowa Foundation
    University of North Carolina at Asheville
    University of Toronto 
    University of Washington 

    The CASE Graduate Trainee Program, US/Canada is a unique opportunity to develop a range of skills and experience while performing a yearlong residency at a host institution. In addition, Graduate Trainees benefit from access to professional development at CASE’s Summer Institute, a designated CASE district conference, webinars, facilitated conversations and mentoring. Throughout the fifty weeks, Graduate Trainees build an invaluable, supportive network of peers and mentors. 

    Our Graduate Trainees work within assigned area(s) of an advancement office at an educational institution, gaining experience and developing skills in prospect management, annual giving, stewardship, fundraising campaigns, major gifts, events and partnerships. The breadth of the experience provides Graduate Trainees with a well-rounded view of fundraising within education and the role it plays in supporting institutions. 

    Graduate Trainees receive:

    • Employment by a host university on a 50‐week contract. Graduate Trainees receive salary and benefits determined by their host institution in conjunction with the institution’s entry-level pay and grading structure
    • Professional development from CASE including CASE’s flagship conference on educational fundraising (SIEFR) and one designated CASE district conference. Participation in online professional development, including CASE online courses, webinars and career seminars
    • A cohort experience, in which Graduate Trainees will network and peer share throughout the year with fellow Graduate Trainees in Asia Pacific, UK and US/Canada 
    • A mentor, along with networking opportunities via CASE e-Mentoring and access to CASE professional communities
    • Connection to a designated talent management/career coach
    • Yearlong membership to CASE
    • Applicants must have a baccalaureate degree and must have a keen interest in entering the education fundraising profession. The trainee can either be new to the institution’s advancement office or a current employee of the institution interested in transitioning into a fundraising role.  All CASE Graduate Trainees US/Canada must be able to work in the United States or Canada without sponsorship.

    Launch Your Career in Higher Education

    For those interested in fundraising, philanthropy and advancement in education, the CASE Graduate Trainee Program US/Canada is a great way to begin a career in the sector while getting direct support and training from one of the largest associations for education advancement professionals.

    Credit: Oregon State University Foundation
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    The CASE Advancement Internship and Graduate Trainee Program US and Canada opened my world to a wealth of opportunities to network with a diverse group of highly talented individuals. Both programs were truly immersive and invigorating as they expanded upon my skills and built a foundation for me to pursue my passion for advancing higher education. Because of my experiences with both of these programs, I am deeply energized and inspired to be a part of and work alongside the next generation of advancement professionals to advance education worldwide and transform lives.

    Jesus Rangel: Assistant Director of Regional Programs (Northern California), OSU

    92 percent of our Graduate Trainees US/Canada are hired into permanent front-line fundraising positions after completing the program, many at their host institutions

     

    Graduate Trainee SIEFR 2022

    Participants from the 2022-23 Graduate Trainee Program at the CASE Summer Institute for Educational Fundraising in Madison, Wisconsin. Each year, our graduate trainees experience this signature CASE conference to kick-off their advancement career.  

    If you have any questions regarding the Graduate Trainee Program US and Canada or the application process, please contact Robyn Neeley.
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