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Web Development Intern

Bounce Children's Foundation
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WEB DEVELOPMENT INTERN ROLE DESCRIPTION 

WINTER/SPRING 2026

 

Organization Overview:

Bounce Children’s Foundation transforms the lives of chronically ill children, and their families, shifting all from surviving to thriving.

Focused on filling the gap in the continuum of care for the nearly 1 in 5 U.S. children who battle disease/disability, Bounce’s unique portfolio of highly effective, free programs, builds the resilience needed to cope with the ongoing, unexpected, setbacks that define chronic illness. Integrating an innovative combination of family adventures, education to strengthen vital coping skills, themed care packages for household families, access to resources, and continual peer support, Bounce creates a warm and welcoming community. Currently, Bounce serves over 500 chronically ill children and their families in the Chicagoland area. 

  • Bounce Bash®: from every-day, to once-in-a-lifetime, family adventures
  • Bounce It Forward®: turning donated tickets into unexpected fun
  • Bounce Back Kits®: themed family care packages that distract and ease stress
  • Bounce Academy®: strength training for vital coping skills
  • Bounce Net®: 24x7 private, online community and safety net


Internship Overview:
Bounce is looking for a result oriented, creative web designer to support the enhancement of our website. Candidates should have prior WordPress experience and preferably have built at least one website previously. The ideal intern is one who focuses on the business need and impact of the website, meets deadlines, accurately estimates, and prioritizes projects, proactively communicates with teammates, and documents results.  As a Bounce intern, you will be exposed to the inner workings of not-for-profit strategy, operations, and management.


Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to apply. Interns can work toward course credit, if discussed/approved in advance.  Fall internships typically align with the academic term, specific start/end dates are negotiable.  Interns work 12-16 hours a week.  On-site in our Deerfield office is preferred as it provides the best learning experience, however hybrid internships are also available.

Responsibilities May Include (but not limited to):

  • Building and Maintaining Web Pages in WordPress (knowledge of HTML, CSS, Java Script helpful)
  • Improving Navigation and Layout
  • Suggesting Web Site Enhancements
  • Documenting Changes

Learning Objectives:

  • Web Site Design
  • Prioritization of Work
  • Project Management and Tracking
  • New Feature/Function Requirements Definition and Planning
  • Integration of Web Presence with Overall Strategy

Required Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled college student (preferably 3rd or 4th year standing preferred)
  • MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH WORDPRESS
  • Strong design & written communications skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs and internet-based research
  • Dependable, accurate, self-starter, customer-focused, and dedicated to helping in a support role
  • Passionate about learning and supporting Bounce Children’s Foundation’s mission
  • Experience in Web Development

Stipend

  • Internship Stipend ranges from $750-$1000, depending on internship length and hours worked

Application Process: 
To apply, submit the following to info@bouncechildrensorganization.org: 

1. Resume 
2. A cover letter, no more than 1 page in length that includes: 

a. The start and end date of the period that you are available to work 
b. Your available number of hours per week and preferred schedule 
c. A narrative description of your relevant skills and experience 
d. Will you be interning for credit towards a degree?