At Make-A-Wish® America, we are more than just a workplace — our mission is transformative. Together, we fulfill life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Inspired by one boy’s wish to become a police officer, Make-A-Wish has, with the help of our volunteers, donors, staff, and supporters, granted over 600,000 wishes worldwide, making a profound impact on countless lives.

WHO WE ARE:

Our vision is to grant the wish of every eligible child. Through our mission, we are uniting communities to grant life-changing wishes. As the world’s largest wish-granting organization, we strive to create a sense of community and an environment where we warmly embrace our wish families, volunteers, and colleagues.
Joining Make-A-Wish means becoming part of a mission that believes in the power of a wish.
Trouble submitting an application?

We’re thrilled that you’re interested in joining our mission! If you’re experiencing any hiccups while submitting your application, don’t worry – technology can be tricky sometimes. Here are a couple of quick tips to help you out:

• Clear Your Cache and Cookies: Sometimes, a fresh start is all you need. Clearing your browser’s cache and cookies can often resolve submission issues.
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We respect and ensure equal opportunity, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, perceived disability and other legally protected characteristics. Make-A-Wish America utilizes E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.
Required Experience

The Data Specialist is a key contributor to enterprise data initiatives, responsible for supporting the development, documentation, and maintenance of data models and pipelines. This role requires solid technical proficiency in SQL and a working knowledge of data structures, governance, and integration practices. Operating within a collaborative, cross-functional environment, the Data Specialist ensures data quality, accessibility, and compliance while contributing to scalable solutions that align with enterprise architecture goals.