Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York · 1 day ago
Wish Assist Intern
New York, NY
Internship
Onsite
InternMake-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York is seeking a Wish Assist Intern to help with wishes involving travel to New York City. The role involves planning wish experiences for children, assisting with travel arrangements, and coordinating with volunteers and other chapters.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Assist in the planning and follow up for wishes involving children wanting to visit New York City
Assist in travel arrangements for the families including but not limited to hotel reservations, airport transfers, limo reservations, and activity requests
Communicate with volunteers and other Make-A-Wish chapters regarding needs for each wish child
Input data into Salesforce for each incoming wish child
Create and distribute itineraries unique to each wish child
Coordinate wish assist escorts for wish children
Assist in the invoicing process for each completed wish
Research restaurants, hotels, and activities that can make each wish as special as possible
Qualification
Required
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to build strong relationships, initiate action, adjust to change, and persuade at all levels
Manage multiple tasks effectively and achieve objectives
Solid team player who provides stellar customer service in a professional and pleasant manner
Ability to appropriately handle confidential staff, donor and volunteer information
Proficient in all Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams
Ability to learn proprietary systems and tools quickly
Create compelling fact-based presentation in conclusion of internship
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time and work on a computer for extended periods
Benefits
Eligible for school credit
Company
Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York
Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
Founded in 1980
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Phil Lussier
CEO
Whitney Reichenbacker
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-08-07
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