Organizational Overview:

Since being founded locally in 1985, Make-A-Wish Illinois has granted more than 17,000 wishes and continues its mission to share the power of a wish with children in all 102 counties across the state.

A wish can be a game-changer for a child with a critical illness. This belief guides us in everything we do at Make-A-Wish. It inspires us to grant life-changing wishes for children going through so much.

Life-changing wish journeys are made possible by dedicated staff and volunteers who fulfill the work of our mission, helping children discover, create, fulfill and experience the lasting impact of their most heartfelt wish.

We are seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to join our team as a Digital Marketing Intern. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in social media marketing and contribute to the growth of our brand presence online. The ideal candidate is passionate about social media, up to date with the latest trends, and possesses strong communication and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities Include:

·       Assist in creating engaging and compelling content including video production, graphics, and editing, for social media platforms that ensures brand consistency.

·       Provide support for ongoing social media campaigns and upcoming events.

·       Support the moderation of Facebook groups by sharing content and actively participating in discussions.

·       Contribute to coverage of events and wishes through asset collection and post creation

·       Writing marketing content in several forms. This may involve research and phone or in-person interviews.

Time Commitment: 10-15 hours per week (hybrid work experience), including at least one in-office working day (flexible), 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:

·       Excellent oral and written communication skills.

·       Good time management and organizational skills.

·       Understanding of style guides and familiarity with the Associated Press Stylebook.

·       Proficiency in Office 365

·       Basic photography, photo editing, video editing, and/or graphic design experience.

·       Experience using software like Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, etc.
 

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Working toward a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field.

·       Completion of an introductory marketing course.
 

Additional Requirements:

·       Must be able to commute to our downtown Chicago office

·       Minimum age for all internships is 18

·       Selected candidates will be asked to participate in a criminal background check.

Submit two non-academic writing samples (news release, blog post, newsletter article, etc.)

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