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 Architects on the planning and execution of wishes.

Daily Assignments May Include:

• Researching travel information, vendors, special wish activities
• Putting together and mailing goody bags and packets for the wish family

• Pulling wish itineraries and populating with wish logistic details

• Identify vendors for local wish experiences and requesting discounts/donations

• Assist with data entry and pulling wish related reports

• Other duties as needed

Time Commitment: Two - three full days per week from January to late April/early May. Hybrid environment required.

Requirements

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 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 (we are located in the River North neighborhood)
• Minimum age for all internships is 18
• Selected candidates will be asked to participate in a criminal background check.

***Preferred candidates will be contacted to schedule interviews. No phone calls please.***

All internships are unpaid.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position has been filled.

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
• Have the opportunity to participate in our amazing culture
• Network with our exceptional teammates
• Create lifelong memories

We want to invite YOU to be a part of the magic that we experience every day at Make-A-Wish and learn why we are consistently ranked as one of The Nonprofit Times' "Top Nonprofits to Work For!"