Program Services Internship
Make-A-Wish
®
Utah has an opening for a program services intern. This position will offer
experience in many different facets of accepting and processing referrals, creating travel
itineraries and assisting with wish-related events.
Hours: 6-15 hours per week, flexible schedule.
Duration: One semester or longer
Location: 771 East Winchester, Murray, UT 84107
RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Director of Program Services, the program services intern will have the following
responsibilities:
• Respond to on-line referrals
• Gather information from wish families during intake process
• Creation of files for new wish kids
• Creation of unique itineraries for travel wishes
• Provide assistance with travel details for wishes
• Aide in file closure at the conclusion of each wish
QUALIFICATIONS
• Computer proficiency required (Microsoft Office)
• Non-judgmental
• Family/child oriented
• Creative
• Detail-oriented
• Friendly
• Responsible
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work with and acknowledge the contribution of a diverse
and dynamic team of staff and volunteers.
• Ability to speak Spanish not a requirement, but would be helpful.
BENEFITS
• Opportunity to attend wish-related events, wish family activities and fundraising events
• Experience using fundraising database (Raiser’s Edge/Blackbaud)
• Resume credit with a nationally recognized nonprofit organization.
TO APPLY ~~
Email resume and cover letter to: jhortin@utah.wish.org
About Make-A-Wish Utah
The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to
enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. With the help of generous donors and volunteers,
Make-A-Wish Utah grants over 160 wishes a year. Located in its facility in Murray, A Wishing Place, the
Foundation offers a quality wish experience that includes a magical wish-making ceremony in the Wishing
