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Pembroke is looking to recruit 14 students (undergraduates and graduates) to work as callers for the Telephone Campaign in September

Between the 16th and 30th September 2012 Pembroke will be contacting around 1,500 alumni. It is an important event in the College’s calendar because of the money it raises for the Annual Fund but also for the opportunity it provides for Pembroke to have a dialogue with its alumni.

Click here to find out the projects that the Annual Fund supports.

N.B. Previous experience is not necessary since you will receive cutting edge training in negotiation and communication.

Testimonials

The following quotes are taken from a selection of the 2011 callers:

"I really enjoyed my time as a caller - the majority of Old Members loved being at Pembroke and were happy to talk about it! Not only did I have great conversations but I got some excellent career advice from Members who had done my course (and even a job offer). I absolutely recommend applying!"

'The best aspects of working on the Campaign were the strong team spirit and the chance to talk to Old Members from all different generations, who are leading varied and interesting lives and give extremely good career advice. We all felt a tremendous sense of achievement raising money for Pembroke.'

"The skills I picked up the telephone have been invaluable in renegotiating my contract with my future employer. Although I have yet to use them, I picked up a number of contacts that offered me work experience and received some useful insight in to future careers."

FAQs

Why does the College run a telephone campaign?

1. to raise money for the Annual Fund – £255,000 was pledged in 2011
2. to improve relations with Old Members
3. to update Members about recent and future events at Pembroke
4. to increase the involvement of students in the Development Campaign

Why become a caller?

1. excellent experience for professional life: fundraising shows both interpersonal and commercial skills
2. cutting-edge training in communication and negotiation skills that will set you apart in job applications
3. an objective reference for your CV
4. contacts
5. good fun – Old Members enjoy talking to students and vice-versa
6. team spirit in the call room
7. feel-good factor for raising money for Pembroke’s projects which directly benefit students

Benefits of being a caller:

1. well paid
2. free lunch and free accommodation
3. calling takes place in the evening and at weekends leaving plenty of free time during the day
4. arrive in Cambridge before the start of Michaelmas Term

What makes a good caller? Someone who...

1. can listen
2. can adapt and take advice from others
3. has an outgoing, pleasant, enthusiastic and friendly manner
4. is reliable, self-confident, tactful and discreet
5. can work in a team environment

What skills will the job give you?

1. the ability to think on your feet
2. the confidence to speak to people in any situation
3. high-level communication and negotiation techniques

Dates

See below for the dates of the 2012 Campaign. Training sessions are indicated by an asterisk*. All other times are calling sessions.

Further Information

If you are interested in applying or have any questions, please e-mail or call (01223 339060) Edward Button, or drop by the Development Office (N8) for a chat.

For some background information about the College’s Development Programme click here or visit the Development web pages.

How to apply

***APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN***

Online application form - fill all fields and press submit.

PDF application form - place in the Development Office pigeon-hole.

The application deadline is at 1200 on Friday 11th May. Shortly after you will be contacted for an informal interview - times can be arranged at a convenient time for the applicant.

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