The Make-A-Wish internship program is designed for current undergraduate or graduate students who have a goal of being a marketing communications professional in the nonprofit sector. The purpose of the internship program is to help undergraduate and/or graduate students further cultivate their writing skills through a real-life work experience.
The IT Internship(s) will provide the opportunity to support the National Office staff with computer hardware, software and technical support needs.
Areas of Responsibility:
Throughout the internship, duties and responsibilities could include:
- Learn day-to-day functions of the IT department and provide assistance in streamlining processes where applicable
- Assist the department with new and existing projects, including hardware and software upgrades throughout the office
- Assist with creation of instructions and how-to guides
- Assist Help Desk with 1st level support calls
Educational Background:
The ideal intern will be a junior or senior working toward a Bachelor’s degree or higher. Knowledge of and experience with the Make-A-Wish mission and service population is preferred.
Skills/Experience:
- Awareness of the PC hardware components, desktop operating system software and application software
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to confidently and clearly communicate information verbally and in writing
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality with information
- Proficiency in MS Suite and internet research tools
- Some volunteer experience preferred, although not required
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Apr 7 2019
Active Until:
May 7 2019
Hiring Organization:
Make-A-Wish America
industry:
Nonprofit