Department of Planning and Development - Commissioner's Office Process Improvement Division - Public Service Intern : Unpaid

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor

Department of Planning and Development

Ciere Boatright, Commissioner

NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY

PUBLIC SERVICE INTERN - UNPAID

Commissioner's Office Process Improvement Division

TC 0407

The Department of Planning & 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 PI Division. The Process

Improvement (PI) team is responsible for identifying inefficiencies, streamlining

operations, and implementing data-driven strategies to enhance the effectiveness

and impact of city services. Interns will work alongside a dynamic team focused

on streamlining operations and increasing efficiency to deliver better services to

Chicago residents. Through data analysis, project support, and cross-

departmental collaboration, interns will develop valuable problem-solving and

strategic thinking skills while contributing to impactful initiatives that shape how

the city functions. 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.

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 Deputy Commissioner of the Process

Improvement Division, Tiara Hughes and may also be assigned duties by Process

Improvement 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.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS : Open Until Further Notice

DUTIES : As an intern with the Process Improvement team, you will support key

projects aimed at enhancing city operations through research, data analysis, and

process mapping. Duties may include gathering and analyzing performance

metrics, assisting with the development of workflow documentation, preparing

presentations and reports, and collaborating with various departments to identify

opportunities for greater efficiency; and perform related duties as required. This

role provides hands-on experience in public sector innovation and the opportunity

to contribute to initiatives that improve how city services are delivered.

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 :

Angela Cannon Ellis

Director of Administration

Department of Housing

121 N. LaSalle Street, Room 1000 Chicago, IL 60602

Phone : (312) 744-9610

Fax : (312) 744-0557

E-Mail : angela.cannon@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