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Wish Granter - Ukiah Area

Ukiah, CA · On-site

Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. Wish granter volunteers go in and interview the wish ...

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Wish Granter - Richmond area

Richmond, VA · On-site

Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. Wish granter volunteers go in and interview the wish ...

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Wish Granter - Richmond area

Richmond, VA · On-site

Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. Wish granter volunteers go in and interview the wish ...

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Wish Granter - San Jose Area

San Jose, CA · On-site

Make-A-Wish grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. Wish granter volunteers go in and interview the wish ...

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Wish Granter

Canisteo, NY · On-site

Wish granters are paired up in twos and meet with the wish child to help determine the wish, complete paperwork with the family, and act as liaisons between Make-A-Wish staff and the wish family ...

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Wish Granter

Jamestown, NY · On-site

Wish granters are paired up in twos and meet with the wish child to help determine the wish, complete paperwork with the family and act as a liaison between Make-A-Wish staff and the wish family ...

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Wish Granter

Geneseo, NY · On-site

Wish granters are paired up in twos and meet with the wish child to help determine the wish, complete paperwork with the family, and act as liaisons between Make-A-Wish staff and the wish family ...

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Wish Granter

Elmira, NY · On-site

Wish granters are paired up in twos and meet with the wish child to help determine the wish, complete paperwork with the family and act as a liaison between Make-A-Wish staff and the wish family ...

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for make a wish internship in the United States is $16.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Make A Wish Internship vs Make-A-Wish Volunteer?

AspectMake A Wish InternshipMake-A-Wish Volunteer
Role FocusAdministrative, program support, event planningDirect patient interaction, wish granting, fundraising
Required CredentialsTypically students or recent graduates, relevant courseworkNo formal credentials required, volunteer training provided
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, events, community outreachHospitals, wish locations, community events
DurationInternship periods (summer, semester)Flexible, ongoing volunteer opportunities

Make A Wish Internships focus on supporting the organization through administrative and event tasks, often requiring relevant coursework or student status. In contrast, Make-A-Wish Volunteers engage directly with wish kids and their families, providing hands-on support without formal credentials. Both roles are vital but differ in responsibilities and work environments.

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AY2627 Make A Wish Internships (Work-Study Required)

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

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$15/hr

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Posted 20 days ago

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AY2627 Make A Wish Internships (Work-Study Required)
These positions are off campus and are paid at $15/hour. Students must qualify for work-study.
3 different internships are available:
Development (Fundraising & Special Events)
For this internship, it is required that applicants submit a writing sample with their resume and cover letter.
Responsibilities include:
  • Assist the development team that is responsible for raising funds for children's wishes
  • Learn information about the children's wishes while writing wish stories for thank you letters
  • Assist with the Kids for Wish Kids® and Wishmakers on Campus® fundraising programs
  • Update fundraising reports using Microsoft Excel
  • Utilize fundraising software for donor care
  • May include attending event planning meetings
  • May include assisting at events depending on intern's availability. Events are usually during weekends or evenings
  • Learn about corporate and individual giving
  • Make follow-up telephone calls to donors and volunteers (no telemarketing involved)
  • Assist in office duties as needed

Marketing & Communications
For this internship, it is required that applicants submit a writing sample with their resume and cover letter. Good phone skills and excellent writing skills are required. Experience with social media, news writing, photography and videography a plus.
Responsibilities include:
  • Completing stories on fulfilled wishes for general use and distribution
  • Writing and distributing press releases
  • Creating and assisting with creation of content for chapter's social media platforms
  • Writing articles for our volunteer newsletter
  • Helping organize community relations and outreach programs
  • Assisting with promotional events or general office duties as needed

Program Services Wish Team
For this internship, it is required that applicants submit a writing sample with their resume and cover letter.
  • Assist in fulfilling children's wishes including travel, celebrity, occupational and gift wishes. Tasks may include:
  • Making travel arrangements and creating itineraries
  • Write thank you letters and follow up correspondence upon the completion of a wish
  • Researching wish ideas and making telephone calls to donors and vendors
  • Participating in the fulfillment of gift wishes (for example, shopping sprees) and/or wish parties
  • Plan and participate in wish kid events
  • Assist with and participate in volunteer activities such as training
  • Additional projects as assigned or required by the student's internship program
  • Assist with office duties as needed

After submitting please reach out to Nina Smith at nsmith@greaterpawv.wish.org to indicate which internship you are interested in and why.

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