American Red Cross of Southeastern Wisconsin Career Opportunities

American Red Cross of Southeastern Wisconsin

The American Red Cross is the largest and most diverse service organization in the United States, having touched the life of virtually every citizen in some way through an array of humanitarian services. We provide food and shelter to those affected by a disaster, assist members of our armed forces during times of crises, teach lifesaving skills and offer preparedness training.

All American Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from the American people.

Mission:

The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers, guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

Work With Us:

Internships

Internships at the American Red Cross offer students an invaluable opportunity to learn in a real-world setting and to gain experience in their chosen field of study. Internships also offer students a unique inside perspective of the American Red Cross, its functions, and its operations. The Red Cross offers a unique opportunity for those students looking to gain valuable career experience as well as life experience.

Internships are offered in various departments and are available during the fall, spring and summer semesters.

Volunteer Positions

Each year hundreds of people from southeastern Wisconsin serve as Red Cross volunteers. With their help, time and commitment, the Red Cross is able to help people in emergencies, teach first aid and CPR courses, deliver emergency messages to members of the military, organize programs for the elderly and youth and much more. Red Cross volunteers work directly with people; provide behind-the-scenes support.

Be a Red Cross volunteer! Helping others feels good and helps you feel good about yourself. Your local Red Cross can work with you to provide rewarding experiences, opportunities to utilize your talents, or provide training to help you serve your community.

Paid Staff

The American Red Cross in Southeastern Wisconsin offers part-time and full-time paid staff positions in the following areas:

* Administration
* Public Support
* Disaster Services
* Educational Services
* General Services