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Harold Washington College Work Study Student-District Office Intern

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City Colleges of Chicago

Sep 6

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Chicago

AI generated summary

  • You must be a current City Colleges of Chicago student, enrolled in at least 6 credits, maintain a 2.0 GPA, and have customer service skills. High school diploma or GED required.
  • You will research partners, update databases, create presentations, assist with events, collect feedback, organize documents, and provide general office support to the Workforce team.

Requirements

  • Eligibility Requirements:
  • Current City Colleges of Chicago student enrolled for Fall 2024 whose interested in interning entire term.
  • Applicants must be actively attending one of the City Colleges of Chicago
  • Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 semester hours pre-credit or credit classes
  • Applicants must be pursuing an approved educational credential, degree, or certificate
  • Applicants must have and maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA (waived for first semester new students)
  • Applicants must be in “good standing” – no City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions
  • Applicants must not be current Full or Part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago
  • All positions are “employment at-will”
  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma required or actively pursuing a GED at the City Colleges of Chicago.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word/ Data Entry
  • Excellent oral communication skills.
  • Strong math/counting skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Promotes a positive role model and favorable public image as City Colleges of Chicago representative.
  • Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Services Excellence Standards.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research on potential partners in gathering contact information and providing summaries to Workforce team on various work-based learning (internship/apprenticeships) and job opportunities that might be aligned with CCC programs.
  • Participate in employer partner and prospect meetings in-person and virtual.
  • Update employer partner database.
  • Create and update PowerPoint pitch decks and proposals.
  • Support with information sessions hosted by Workforce team and provide follow-up to attendees.
  • Review and provide feedback and recommendations on career development modules that will be used by Workforce team and prepare students for the interview and recruitment process.
  • Assist with planning and execution of community outreach events.
  • Staff on-campus and community outreach events, assist with set-up, guest registration and relations, catering and clean-up.
  • Research community events and create an outreach event calendar.
  • Conduct outreach to program participants to collect data and feedback.
  • Organize Workforce team SharePoint and archive documents appropriately.
  • Provide general office support to Workforce staff, not limited to filing photocopying, printing, and data entry.
  • Support various projects and assignments as needed.

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Federal Work Study Program (FWS)?

The FWS program provides subsidized part-time employment for eligible students to assist with their postsecondary financial needs while gaining experience in their prospective fields.

Who is eligible to apply for this internship?

Current City Colleges of Chicago students enrolled for Fall 2024 who are actively attending one of the City Colleges, enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit or pre-credit semester hours, and pursuing an approved credential, degree, or certificate are eligible to apply.

What are the minimum academic requirements for applicants?

Applicants must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (waived for first semester new students) and be in "good standing", meaning they cannot have any City Colleges of Chicago academic restrictions.

Are there any restrictions regarding current employment for applicants?

Yes, applicants must not be current full or part-time employees of the City Colleges of Chicago.

What types of tasks will the intern be expected to perform?

Interns will conduct research, assist in program development, support outreach and event planning, and provide general office support to the Workforce staff, among other duties.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Applicants must hold a high school diploma or be actively pursuing a GED. Additionally, familiarity with Microsoft Word, excellent oral communication skills, strong math/counting skills, and customer service skills are required.

Will this internship be in-person or remote?

The job description does not explicitly state if the internship will be remote or in-person, but it mentions participation in meetings and events, which suggests on-campus activities may be required.

How can I apply for the position?

Interested applicants should follow the application process outlined by City Colleges of Chicago, which typically involves submitting a formal application along with any required documents.

What type of events will the intern assist with?

Interns will assist with planning and execution of community outreach events, as well as staffing on-campus and community outreach events.

Is this position an employment-at-will?

Yes, all positions are considered "employment at-will," meaning either party can terminate the employment relationship at any time.

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City Colleges of Chicago

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1911
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

City Colleges of Chicago is the largest community colleges system in Illinois and one of the largest in the nation, with over 4,000 faculty members and staff serving more than more than 80,000 students annually at seven colleges and five satellite sites. With locations across the City of Chicago, the seven colleges include Richard J. Daley College, Harold Washington College, Kennedy-King College, Malcolm X College, Olive-Harvey College, Harry S Truman College and Wilbur Wright College. CCC also oversees the award-winning Washburne Culinary & Hospitality Institute, the French Pastry School, the Parrot Cage Restaurant at South Shore Cultural Center, the Sikia Banquet Facility, five Child Development Centers, the Center for Distance Learning, the Workforce Academy and radio station WKKC FM 89.3.