Donor Relations and Data Entry Intern Winter/Spring 2025

The Donor Relations and Data Entry Intern will be a member of the Development Services team within the Development Department of Make-A-Wish® Illinois and is responsible for assisting the Donor Relations and Donor Services Coordinator to ensure that donors feel highly engaged with the Make-A-Wish® mission.

Daily Assignments Include:

·       Run reports in CRM to identify wish kids for donor stewardship

·       Compile information from multiple sources to write and edit succinct, emotionally powerful wish child stories and profiles 

·       Create, assemble, and distribute framed recognition pieces for donors 

·       Ensure data integrity in CRM through project-based work

·       Assist Development team members with administrative support 

·       Conduct research for Wish Ball attendees

·       Navigate through our event platform, OneCause

·       Perform other duties as requested or assigned 

Time Commitment: 12-15 hours per week (hybrid work experience), including at least one in-office working day, from early January through end of May. It is required to attend our in-office orientation on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025.

Requirements

Skills and Abilities

·       Creative writing and editing skills 

·       Strong attention to detail 

·       Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications 

·       Knowledge of Salesforce CRM a plus but not required 

·       Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment 

·       Desire to contribute to the mission of Make-A-Wish

Preferred Qualifications

·       Coursework in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing, or business administration

Additional Requirements

·       Must be able to commute to the downtown Chicago office

·       Minimum age for all internships is 18

·       Selected candidates will be asked to participate in a criminal background check

·       Short writing sample required

Benefits

An internship at Make-A-Wish Illinois provides a unique opportunity to see how a renowned nonprofit organization runs from the inside. In addition to the learning opportunities outlined in the job description, all interns also:

·       Sit down with the senior leaders of our organization

·       Build working relationships with interns throughout other departments

·       Skill-based workshops and projects

·       Participate in creating impactful lifelong memories for families

·       Opportunity to assist in the creation and execution of wish progression