STUDENT-FWS- Finger Lakes Toy Library 25/26 presso Ithaca College
Ithaca College · Ithaca, Stati Uniti d'America · Hybrid
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Overview:
The Finger Lakes Toy Library is seeking a detail-oriented work study student for the 2025-2026 academic year! This exciting opportunity focuses on fundraising, marketing and data analysis, allowing a student to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit communications, donor engagement, and impact reporting while supporting a mission that benefits local children and promotes sustainability.
This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in nonprofit management, marketing, fundraising, communications, data analysis, childhood development, or community development.
About the Finger Lakes Toy Library:
We are a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving quality of life by increasing access to toys, supporting play, and encouraging a culture of reuse and sharing. Play is invaluable to the development and education of children, and we are proud to positively impact our region's children by making high-quality toys accessible to everyone in the community.
Currently, we serve nearly 500 member families and have an inventory of over 1,800 toys, games, and puzzles. In addition to lending toys, we offer regular community playtime programming across the Finger Lakes region.
Work Study Student Responsibilities:
The work study student’s duties will center around assisting the Director of Operations and Board of Directors with marketing, fundraising, and data analysis. The student will manage marketing and communications by creating and scheduling social media content to promote events, share impact stories, and run campaigns. They will also assist with developing printed materials like flyers and support general outreach efforts. For fundraising and donor engagement, the student will conduct research on prospective donors, grant opportunities, and sponsorship leads. They will assist the Board with overall fundraising efforts, including outreach to potential business sponsors and helping with the annual appeal. Finally, for data and impact analysis, responsibilities will include tracking membership data, event attendance, and money saved by members. The student will analyze this data to identify growth opportunities, measure program impact, and prepare summaries or infographics that highlight the Toy Library’s reach.
Desired Skills and Experience:
Applicants should be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and possess the ability to work independently. Strong writing and communication skills are required, along with an interest in nonprofit marketing, fundraising, or data analytics. Familiarity with tools like Canva, Google Suite, Excel, or Mailchimp is desired. While previous experience in communications, fundraising, or data analysis is a plus, it is not strictly necessary. A commitment of four hours per week is required. Hours are flexible, and there is potential for hybrid work.
Pay Rate: 16.50/hour
Hiring Manager: Student Employment ([email protected])
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Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.
It is advised that applicants apply attaching both a resume and cover letter. Application screening will begin immediately. For assistance with the application process, contact Student Employment at [email protected].
For more information about student employment or specific job inquiries, visit our website or contact the hiring manager listed on the job posting.
