NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY
PUBLIC SERVICE INTERN - UNPAID
Planning & Urban Design Division 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 Urban Design and Planning Division. The Urban Design and Planning Division is responsible for managing Citywide and local urban planning initiatives in coordination with a variety of not for profit organizations as well as sister agencies.
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 who are majoring in Urban Planning, Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, Real Estate and Finance are encouraged to apply.
NOTE: Intern will report primarily to the Director of Planning of the City of Chicago and the Urban planners within the division.
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.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Open Until Further Notice
DUTIES: Assigned duties are specific to current operational needs. Assist with
various administrative functions to support program activities such as; compile, tabulate and analyze statistical data; research and collect information for inclusion in studies and reports; research and draft policy documents; use various software packages to type documents, create spreadsheets and maintain databases; provide general information, maintain records and prepare work activity reports; perform various office clerical functions; participate in the organization, assist planners with GIS analysis and mapping; and perform related duties as required.
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.
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT THE CITY OF CHICAGO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER