Signature Events Intern

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois • Chicago, IL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

This internship provides candidates first-hand experience with planning and execution of Make-A-Wish Illinois Signature Events. The Signature Events Fall Intern assists with internal events throughout the internship cycle.

Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong people skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Ability to work independently/improvise on the spot
• Desire to contribute to the Make-A-Wish mission
• Must be currently enrolled in a college or university academic program
• Must be able to commute to our downtown Chicago office located at 200 W Monroe St, Suite 1801 Chicago, IL 60606 and be onsite weekly on Thursdays
• Minimum age for all internships is 18
• Selected candidates will be asked to participate in a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in Business, Non-Profit Management, Events Management, Marketing or Communications
• Graphic Design experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Assisting with silent auction logistics and support with our online bidding system
• Daily work in Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Assisting with committee meetings
• Assisting with donor follow-up
• Assisting with event research and solicitations
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• An internship at Make-A-Wish Illinois provides a unique opportunity to see how a renowned nonprofit organization runs from the inside.
• Participate in connection sessions with each member of our 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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees