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One Summer Chicago Intern (District Office)

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Customer Relations
    People, HR & Administration
  • Chicago

AI generated summary

  • You must be 18+, a Chicago resident, a current City Colleges student, have Microsoft Office experience, and possess strong communication, customer service, and leadership skills.
  • You will greet visitors, assist with daily office tasks, provide project support, and help participants develop leadership skills while adhering to customer service standards.

Requirements

  • Applicants must be 18 years or older, have work permit consent, and eligible to work in the United States
  • Be a City of Chicago resident
  • Current City Colleges of Chicago students that were or are enrolled in Spring 2025, Summer 2025, or Fall 2025
  • Complete One Summer Chicago online application here
  • Available to participate in the program starting June, 2025 and end on August 2, 2025. These dates may be subject to change depending on the department/partner organization.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office programs
  • Excellent oral communication skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • 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.
  • Good interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and demonstrably self-motivated.
  • Ideal candidates possess leadership skills congruent with the values and standards of City Colleges of Chicago, such as strong organizational skills, problem solving abilities and be self-motivated.

Responsibilities

  • Student will assist at reception desk, greeting students, faculty and staff entering office
  • Assists staff in the day-to-day functions of the Office.
  • Provides support on various projects and assignments as needed.
  • Provides general office support including but not limited to filing, faxing, photocopying, and data entry.
  • Adheres to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Services Excellence Standards.
  • Organize and assist Officer when needed
  • Encouraged participants to gain and develop skills to be a leader in their community
  • Assist leadership participants in creating a project that reflects their six weeks together.
  • Other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the age requirement to apply for the One Summer Chicago Intern position?

Applicants must be 18 years or older to be eligible for the One Summer Chicago Intern position.

Can high school students apply?

No, only youth between the ages of 18 and 24 are eligible, along with meeting other criteria such as residency and enrollment requirements.

How many hours per week will interns work?

Most programs typically require interns to work between 20 and 25 hours per week.

What educational background is required to apply?

Applicants must be current students of City Colleges of Chicago who were or are enrolled in Spring 2025, Summer 2025, or Fall 2025.

Are there any specific skills required for this internship?

Yes, candidates should have experience with Microsoft Office programs, excellent oral communication skills, and strong customer service skills.

When does the internship program start and end?

The internship program is expected to start in June 2025 and run until August 2, 2025, though these dates may be subject to change depending on the department or partner organization.

Is there a specific application process for this internship?

Yes, applicants must complete the One Summer Chicago online application to be considered for the position.

Are interns required to adhere to any specific standards while working?

Yes, interns must adhere to the City Colleges of Chicago Customer Service Excellence Standards while fulfilling their duties.

Can I still apply if I don't live in Chicago?

No, applicants must be residents of the City of Chicago to be eligible for this internship.

What kind of projects will interns work on?

Interns will provide support on various projects and assignments, and they are encouraged to assist leadership participants in creating a project that reflects their experiences over the six-week period.

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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.