PUBLIC SERVICE INTERN UNPAID Historic Preservation Division - landmark Designation and Survey

City of Chicago
Rahm Emanuel, Mayor
Department of Housing and Economic Development
Andrew J. Mooney, Commissioner

NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY

PUBLIC SERVICE INTERN UNPAID
Historic Preservation Division -
landmark Designation and Survey

TC 0407
The Department of Housing and Economic Development is seeking students who
want to acquire knowledge and valuable work experience in public sector/city
government operations while assisting with various duties in the Landmarks
Designation and Survey unit within the Historic Preservation Division. The Historic
Preservation Division is responsible for staffing the Commission on Chicago
Landmarks, a nine-person commission appointed by the Mayor and City Council to
recommend Chicago Landmarks to City Council. The Division also provides
general assistance to the larger Department and to other City agencies when cityassisted
projects involving historic properties are reviewed. The Landmark
Designation and Survey unit identifies, researches, compiles information, takes
photographs, and writes reports concerning historic properties in the City of
Chicago for a variety of purposes, including possible Chicago Landmark
designation.

As an intern, you will gain a unique insight into the workings of city government.
The ideal student is highly motivated and dedicated to improving public service
while obtaining "hands-on work experience in a fast paced environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a current college level junior,
senior or graduate school student in good academic standing, enrolled in
an accredited four year college or university offering a baccalaureate or
graduate degree program or an accredited law school. Must have a
minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 grading scale or
a 3.5 on a 5.0 grading scale.

NOTE: A cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 grading scale or a 3.5 on a 5.0
grading scale must be maintained throughout the duration of
internship/employment if hired.

PREFERENCE: Students majoring in Historic Preservation, History, Public History,
Architectural History, Art History, Architecture, Urban Planning, or related fields
are encouraged to apply.

NOTE: Intern will report primarily to the Director of Research in the Historic
Preservation Division, but may also be assigned duties by other designation unit
staff or other Historic Preservation Division staff.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Not required

SALARY: Unpaid - may be used to obtain academic credit.
These are temporary positions.

HOURS: 21hrs/wk minimum. Hours are flexible to meet the needs of the student
and the department.

APPLICATION PERIOD: August 8 - September 5, 2011

DUTIES: Responsibilities of the Landmark Designation and Survey Intern may
include: historic property research, both in-house and at various local research
libraries and archives; researching owners and taxpayers of properties and
creation of spreadsheets; architectural photography; bulk mailings; data entry;
clerical duties (copying, scanning, document preparation); report filing;
communication with internal City of Chicago personnel; ability to compile
information from a wide variety of sources; draft, revise, edit, and review
documents as needed; and other duties related to the work of the larger Historic
Preservation Division as assigned.

Skills Requested
o Experience using computer software such as: Microsoft Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint. Experience with Adobe Pagemaker and Photoshop would be
a plus
o Completed courses in American history and/or architectural history
o Knowledge of Chicago architecture and history would be a plus
o Attention to detail; proactive in issue resolution and seeking solutions
o Good verbal and written communication is essential as this work can be
fast paced
o Must be reliable, organized and have a positive attitude.

INSTRUCTIONS: Interested applicants should forward resume, current
transcripts and current letter of enrollment verification from the school's
registrar/dean confirming current enrollment and grade level to:
Amy Henry
Director of Human Resources
Department of Housing and Economic Development
121 N. LaSalle Street, Room 1000 Chicago, IL 60602
Phone: (312) 744-6330
Fax: (312) 744-0557
E-Mail: ahenry@cityofchicago.org

NOTE: Only applicants who submit all the required documents will be
considered.

If you are a person with disability and require a reasonable accommodation in order to
participate in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of
Human Resources at 312 744-4976 (voice) or 312 744-5035 (TTY). You may be required to
provide information to support your reasonable accommodation request.
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