Events & Development Internship

Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area
Events & Development Internship 

Make-A-Wish® Greater Bay Area is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that fulfills the wishes of children between the ages of 2-1/2 and 18 battling life-threatening medical conditions. Make-A-Wish® Greater Bay Area was founded in 1984. In its first year, a total of 27 wishes were granted. Now one of the largest chapters nationwide, we have granted more than 9,500 wishes to date. The Greater Bay Area Chapter is headquartered in Oakland and serves 17 counties of Northern California. 

DESCRIPTION 

This is a paid, non-exempt, hourly summer internship within the Events/Development Department. The department plans and executes internal fundraising events and activities to assist in donations for Make-A-Wish. The position will assist the Events Department with preparations for events, follow-up tasks after the events are complete, and other fundraising/development activities as assigned. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and be a California resident. 

TIME COMMITMENT   

Time commitment of up to 24 hours per week starting in June 2025 through August 2025. Ideally, the right candidate would be able to work our hybrid schedule (in office Tuesdays/Wednesdays) in downtown Oakland, CA, with optional remote days through the remainder of the week; office is available at any time for use of resources. Other remote options outside our Oakland office to be considered. 

COMPENSATION 

This is a paid internship; compensation will be $17.00 - $20.00 per hour, based on location and skillset. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Event equipment inventory, packing and unpacking  

Data entry for in-kind donations, auctions, and ticket sales 

Attending and onsite work at least two events through the summer, including our Walk for Wishes Fundraising event 

Researching potential auction donors, schools for Make-A-Wish clubs, and prospects for external event hosts 

Calling and emailing contacts for donations and participation in events 

Assisting with application process for high school and middle school students applying for the Youth Board 

Other duties as assigned 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Passion for and desire to contribute to the mission of Make-A-Wish 

Highly organized and detail oriented 

Strong verbal and written communication skills 

Experience with fundraising events 

Experience asking for donations 

PC proficient (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.) 

Salesforce, or other database experience preferred 

BENEFITS 

Sick Pay Accrual 

Remote work optional capabilities 

Insperity Employee Assistance Program 

No phone calls please. 

This position is open until filled. An Equal Opportunity Employer Diversity makes us stronger. MAWGBA is committed to diversity in its service and creating an inclusive work culture and environment that is reflective of the San Francisco Bay Area. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.