Wish Coordinating Intern Winter/Spring 2025

This internship provides candidates the opportunity to experience the magic of Make-A-Wish firsthand by directly contributing to the wish planning process. Interns will work directly with our Wish Coordinators on the planning and execution of wishes.

Daily Assignments May Include:

·       Researching travel information, vendors, special wish activities

·       Filling out and sending wish paperwork for unique wish types

·       Creating goody bags and itineraries to aid in the wish process

·       Entering wish family data into our database

·       Other duties as needed

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.

*This internship in unpaid.

Requirements

Skills and Abilities:

·       Excellent oral and written communication skills

·       Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

·       Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

·       Ability to work in a fast paced, collaborative environment

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

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Coursework in Social Work, Events Management, Non-Profit Management, Medicine, and/or Nursing

Additional Requirements:

·       Must be able to commute to our downtown Chicago office

·       Minimum age for all internships is 18

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

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