The NMSU Foundation:

Established in 1959, the Foundation is a privately governed nonprofit corporation whose mission is to support New Mexico State University. The Foundation consistently strives for trust, accountability and excellence in its constituent relationships by promoting the values of fiduciary duties, leadership, teamwork, and the highest standard of ethics among its employees and volunteers. The Foundation is committed to upholding and preserving public and private trust while at the same time protecting the privacy of donors and employees, and the confidentiality of its competitive strategies. 

We Believe In:

Integrity 

Do the right thing - always 

Accountability 

Be responsible for your actions, decisions and outcomes 

Teamwork 

Work collaboratively with trust, respect, and shared responsibility, to achieve a common goal. 

Growth 

The ongoing process of evolving, improving, and reaching new potential – individually, as a team, and as an organization 

Grit 

The relentless drive to overcome obstacles, stay focused, and pursue long-term goals. 

Join Our Team! 

The New Mexico State University Foundation invites you to apply to join our diverse, dynamic, and welcoming team in Las Cruces, NM. The Foundation is seeking talented individuals who are passionate about the mission of NMSU and committed to a continual pursuit of excellence. We build strong relationships with alumni, supporters, NMSU partners, and each other, while personifying our core values.

We offer a competitive hourly wage and a fun and fulfilling work environment. Qualified individuals with a high level of energy who are looking for a work environment that nurtures vision, performance, productivity, superior quality, and unsurpassed integrity are encouraged to apply for this opportunity. 

The NMSU Foundation Mission: 

The mission of the NMSU Foundation is to foster long-term relationships with our alumni, supporters, and community in order to secure, manage, steward, and protect a sustainable source of private resources that will enhance the ability of New Mexico State University to fulfill its land grant mission. 

• Be a full-time, degree-seeking NMSU (undergraduate or graduate) student and maintain student status during the term of employment; 
• Commit to a full-year position and work for a minimum of two consecutive semesters (Fall and Spring), not including vacation periods (note: this position does not require or guarantee holiday/summer employment). 
• Be available to work a minimum of 10 hours per week (15-20 hours possible) during working hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.), with occasional evening and weekend work in addition to scheduled hours. 
• Attend monthly meetings from 8:00 to 8:30 a.m. (day to be announced based on team class schedules). 
• Be able to participate in all components of the training process. In Fall 2026, training will take place on Monday August 17, 2026. You will be expected to be in office from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on that day. 
• Successful applicants may be required to pass a criminal and/or motor vehicle background check. 

Compensation: This position is paid hourly; pay is allocated on a bi-weekly basis. Compensation is awarded for all hours worked, including training, all mandatory meetings, and any nights or weekend events. The pay is $15.00 per hour. 

Benefits: Benefits include the convenience of an on-campus position, making it easy to commute between work and classes; a schedule designed to fit around your classes and studies; sick leave that accrues at a rate of 2.46 hours per pay period and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

NOTE: We will be hiring for multiple positions. In your application, you will be asked to indicate the specific positions in which you are interested *and* provide details in your cover letter which explain both your reasons and qualifications for each one you select.

1. Front Desk Assistant 

2. Accounting Assistant 

3. Alumni Relations Assistant 

4. Annual Giving Assistant 

5. Research Assistant 

6. Stewardship Assistant 

7. Graphic Design Assistant 

8. Visual Media Assistant 

9. Digital Media Assistant 

10. Special Events Assistant