Volunteer Program Intern
Make-A-Wish Foundation of IllinoisChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted April 1, 2026
Internship
About the Company
Make‑A‑Wish Foundation of Illinois is a nonprofit organization dedicated to granting life‑changing wishes to children with critical illnesses across the state. The foundation coordinates wish experiences, corporate partnerships, and community outreach to support children and families during challenging times.
Job Description
This internship supports the Volunteer Program team at Make-A-Wish Illinois, offering a well-rounded understanding of volunteer life cycle, and provides a unique opportunity to see how a renowned nonprofit organization runs from the inside.
Requirements
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Desire to contribute to the mission of Make-A-Wish
Benefits
- Participate in connection sessions with executive leadership team
- Participate in skill-building workshops and check-ins lead by Human Resources
- Build working relationships cross-departmentally with staff and fellow interns
- Contribute to our mission of granting wishes for children with critical illnesses
- Receive recognition from supervisor(s) and staff during cycle closeout celebration