Thank you for your interest! At this time, we are not taking applications but please check back for openings. 

To apply, please email jobs@ocie.wish.org

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Interns for Make-A-Wish Orange County and the Inland Empire give their time and talents to help create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. All of our internships are unpaid; however, in return for their hard work and dedication, our interns receive valuable training, knowledge, hands-on non-profit work experience, a chance to meet others, and the gratification of making a difference in the life of a child.

Academic credit can also be provided for students (specific criteria/requirements of the student’s educational institution apply). All interns must be a current undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a university/college course within their internship semester (over the age of 18) with excellent written and oral communications skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to multitask and maintain confidentiality, computer proficiency, and a passion for the work of Make-A-Wish.

All internships are planned to be in-person at our Irvine office. 

We’re thrilled by the strong interest in our internship program. With so many talented applicants already in the pipeline, we’re temporarily closing new submissions while we complete our review. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to sharing future opportunities.

Please note that the dates below are subject to change. Based on a student's availability and school schedule, internships can begin or end before or after the dates indicated below. 

2026 ACADEMIC YEAR 

 
SUMMER 2026
Dates of program: Tentatively June 15 - August 21
Applications Accepted: April 6 - April 17  

  
FALL 2026
Dates of program: Tentatively September 7 - December 11
Applications Accepted: TBD (July)

Interns generally work between 8-10 hours per week. While these time frames work best for most students, all scheduling, including start/end dates and hours per week, is flexible and negotiated between the candidate and their supervisor.

All hired interns must successfully complete a background check and attend an orientation session prior to beginning their internship.  

Should you have any questions during the application process, please email internships@ocie.wish.org.