Tuesday, May 26, 2009

PAST INTERNSHIP: MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION

A CMCL MAJOR HELD THIS INTERNSHIP IN THE PAST. THIS IS NOT A CURRENT INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY! TO SEE IF THIS COMPANY/ORGANIZATION IS CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR INTERNS, YOU SHOULD CONTACT THE COMPANY/ORGANIZATION DIRECTLY.

Area of Internship: Fundraising/special events
Date of Internship: Summer 2006
Location: Indianapolis, IN

Brief Description of Company or Organization: The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a non-profit organization that grants wishes to children diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses.

Responsibilities of Internship: Assist in planning and preparation of current fundraiser or special event, assist with the program as needed, contribute to quarterly chapter and regional newsletters, participate as a productive member of the team, assist with donor cultivation and recognition, perform back-up responsibilities for Office Manager.

Student Feedback

Best Liked: Talking with the many different people the Foundation is involved with; the families, volunteers, and general clients who have all been touched by the work the Foundation does was the most rewarding part for me. Working with everyone in the office was also another favorite part of mine. I recommend any student try and internship because of the knowledge and experience you gain.

Least Liked: The last month of the internship when I had nothing to do but little jobs—busy work mostly.

Contact Info
SEE RED BINDER AT SECOND-FLOOR FRONT DESK IN CLASSROOM/OFFICE BUILDING (800 E. 3RD ST.)