Dartmouth College*
DePaul University
Massachusetts College Of Liberal Arts
North Carolina State University*
Ohio University
Oregon State University Foundation*
Pennsylvania State University
University of Calgary
University of Chicago
University of Iowa Foundation*
University of North Carolina Asheville*
University of Toronto*
University of Washington*

*Returning host institution

Austin Peay State University 
Colorado College
Dartmouth College
Elgin Academy 
Kansas State University
North Carolina State University
Oregon State University Foundation
Rice University
The Ohio State University
University of California, Davis
University of Iowa
University of North Carolina at Asheville
University of Toronto
University of Washington

The North America Fundraising Residency Program is a unique opportunity to develop a range of skills and experience while performing a yearlong residency at a host institution in North America. In addition, residents benefit from access to professional development at CASE’s Summer Institute, a designated CASE district conference, webinars and mentoring. Residents have the opportunity to build an invaluable, supportive network of peers.

July 2020 – June 2021.

Residents work within assigned area(s) of an advancement office of 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 residents with a well-rounded view of fundraising within education and the role it plays in supporting institutions. Selected residents receive:

• Employment as a resident by a host university on a 50‐week contract. Residents receive salary and benefits determined by their host institution placement 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 built-in two-week exchange during the residency, in which the resident will have the opportunity to work at an exchange institution or department (college, school or unit), giving the resident a different advancement training to enrich the resident’s experience.

• A cohort experience, in which residents will work together on a meaningful research project on an advancement topic throughout the year.

• 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 and a CASE book allowance.

• Applicants must obtain a baccalaureate degree prior to the first day of the residency orientation (July 2020).
• Must be interested in entering the education fundraising profession.
• The resident cannot currently be a full-time permanent employed at the host institution.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States or Canada without sponsorship.

CASE’s North America Fundraising Residency Program is an unparalleled, career-launching opportunity for high-quality graduates and postgrads seeking fundraising positions within higher education.

For those interested in fundraising, philanthropy and advancement in education, this program 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.

The North America Fundraising Residency Program is a unique opportunity to develop a range of skills and experience while performing a yearlong residency at a host institution in North America. In addition, residents benefit from access to professional development at CASE’s Summer Institute, a designated CASE district conference, webinars, and mentoring. Residents have the opportunity to build an invaluable, supportive network of peers.

Simply put: Institutions know CASE. Being able to put that you were a CASE Fundraising Resident on your resume will set you a part when you’re ready to look for your first advancement job!

Apply online here.

October 31, 2019. No applications will be accepted after this date.

Before December 8, 2019, you will have the opportunity to select the institutions you would like to apply to inside the online application.  Please only select institutions that you would have a strong interest in if selected. You don’t want to waste a host institution’s time if you are not serious about relocating to the host institution’s town, city or state for the 50 weeks.

The host institutions determine the position, provides the job description, supervisor, and day to day responsibilities on the campus.

CASE will contact you the week of November 15, 2019 regarding your application status. Should you be selected to move forward in the recruitment process you will be required to attend a CASE assessment session, either in person or virtually.

CASE will contact you the week of December 9, 2019 regarding your application status. Should you be selected to move forward in the recruitment process your application will be sent directly to a host institution. Hosts will reach out directly to candidates to schedule interviews in accordance with their normal hiring process.

Applicants will be notified if they have been selected by March 31, 2020. Should a host institution need an extension to make their final decision, applicants will be notified.

We recommend you having a conversation with any hosts who have made you an offer and set an agreed upon time that you will contact them to either accept or decline the offer. Because hosts will want to offer the opportunity to other candidates should you decline, we recommend making a decision within one week of being offered the position.

Normally, housing is not provided by the institution, leaving the responsibility to you. Begin to prepare. If you have been selected by an institution that does not provide housing, we recommend you start early in finding a place to live that meets your needs.

Your host institution will go over how and when you will be issued your compensation. Note: salary and any benefits are non-negotiable.

CASE will send you your official CASE Residency welcome letter. You will also receive correspondence from CASE and your host institution in the months leading up to your residency. All residents are required to participate in an onboarding webinar before the residency starts that outlines resident expectations, policies and what to expect from your residency program.