The University of Connecticut is a top-ranked national university and health-system with its flagship campus located in idyllic Storrs. Designated a Carnegie Research 1 institution, UConn is the state land- and sea-grant university focused on education, research, and service to the state of Connecticut and beyond. The University serves over 33,000 students across seven campuses, 8,550 first-in-family students, and boasts numerous national championships. UConn Health is a top-ranked health provider that delivers groundbreaking medical education, research, and hospital and clinical services to over one million patients each year. In addition, UConn has nearly 300 scientists who are in the top 2 percent of researchers investigating everything from cancer to AI.
UConn continues its meteoric rise as a top public University with a record number of applications, continued investment in student success, health, and wellness, recruitment of top faculty, innovation in research, and top-tier athletic programs focused on the health and financial literacy of student-athletes. This includes the men’s and women’s basketball teams, which have brought home three consecutive NCAA National Championship trophies in the last three years. UConn is proud to have 26 national championships across all sports. Guided by the public launch of our most ambitious campaign in history: Because of UConn, The Campaign for UConn Nation, we are moving boldly into the future. The $1.5B comprehensive campaign spans all schools, colleges, campuses and UConn Health and focuses on four pillars designed to make education more affordable and elevate UConn among its national peers.
Why Work at the Foundation?
- We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture for our team, inspiring philanthropic support from donors across diverse backgrounds, and driving positive change.
- We offer a hybrid work schedule that allows you to spend more time at home and less time commuting.
- You will receive five weeks of paid time off per year, plus twelve federal holidays, a floating holiday, and additional sick time
- We organize several fun Foundation events every year. Previous events have included summer picnics, winter celebrations, and community service projects.
- You will have access to a collaboration space at the Foundation Building, where you can take a moment to relax, play a round of darts, shoot some hoops, and grab a snack.
- You will receive a generous contribution to your 403(b) retirement plan as well as additional resources for retirement planning.
- We provide basic term life insurance and AD&D, as well as short-term and long-term disability plans to help supplement any state programs where applicable.
- After one year of employment, you will be eligible to receive partial tuition reimbursement for your undergraduate and graduate education.
- We offer a variety of professional development opportunities, including an all-employee UConn Foundation conference and employee-led committees.
- We can’t forget all the great benefits that come with working on a large university campus, including access to the performing arts and sporting events!
The UConn Foundation is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We celebrate diverse perspectives and are committed to a welcoming environment that will value your unique experiences and identity. We recognize that a welcoming environment emphasizes belonging and celebrates our many contributions.
