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