Careers at Make-A-Wish Arizona

Why Work at Make-A-Wish Arizona?

Who We Are:

At Make-A-Wish® Arizona, we are more than a great place to work — our work is life-changing. More than 40 years ago, the inspiration for Make-A-Wish began with one Arizona boy's wish to be a police officer. Today, the global organization has granted more than 500,000 wishes (more than 8,000 wishes in Arizona alone) and transformed countless lives.

We at Make-A-Wish Arizona are extremely team-oriented. We are striving to create an inclusive and diverse office that incorporates teamwork, open communication, and strategic leadership. We are looking for passionate individuals who share the same passion for building trust, improving communication, and creating strategies for success.

Our Mission: Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.

Our Vision: To grant the wish of every eligible child.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive compensation with annual incentive potential up to 10% of salary
  • Comprehensive benefit package: Medical, Vision, Dental
  • Health Savings Accounts generously funded by the employer and Flexible Spending Account Options
  • Employer-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous employer match
  • 20 PTO days, 5 Sick Days, 14 Paid Holidays, and 1 Volunteer Day annually
  • Paid sabbatical after 5 years of service
  • A cohesive and welcoming culture
  • We close at noon every Friday!

To apply, please submit a cover letter detailing why you would be a match for the position and a resume via email to [email protected].

Available Positions

If you're interested in getting involved with our chapter, please see other ways you can join our organization to help grant wishes below.

Get Involved

Our goal this year is to grant 450 wishes for Arizona children facing critical illnesses. We are expanding our efforts and reach statewide so we can get closer to our vision - to grant the wish of every eligible child.

Every wish is as unique as the kids we serve. The common thread behind these wishes? Each wish is possible because of supporters in our community!

Fundraise for your upcoming birthday or anniversary.

Meet wish kids whose stories of hope and resilience will inspire you.

Become a volunteer to grant wishes for waiting kids.

See more ways how you can get involved with our chapter and help grant wishes!

Internship Opportunities

The Make-A-Wish Arizona internship program is designed for young professionals with the goal of being a leader in the nonprofit sector. All interns must be 18 years of age or older. To learn more or apply, please visit Internships - Make-A-Wish® Arizona.

Diversity Equity & Inclusion Vision

Make-A-Wish is committed to championing diversity, equity and inclusion, fostering an organization that is accessible and welcoming. In turn, we are uniting communities to help make more wishes possible.

· Our mission is most effectively fulfilled through a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as core values and practice.

· It is only through our mosaic of different cultures, perspectives and experiences that we can grant life-changing wishes to every eligible child.

· As the world’s largest wish-granting organization we stand against racism and intolerance and are committed to representation and acceptance, creating a sense of belonging, and practicing fairness in creating opportunities for our wish families, volunteers and staff.