Signature Events Intern

Make-A-Wish Foundation of IllinoisChicago, IL
2dHybrid

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

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What This Job Offers

Career Level

Intern

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

501-1,000 employees

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