Disability Policy Office Intern - Seasonal

Chicago Park District•Chicago, IL

10d•$17

About The Position

Intern (Architecture) - Seasonal (Disability Policy Office) Intern architects will assist with tasks such as drafting architectural plans, conducting research, creating design presentations, and attending meetings. CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under direct supervision, performs a variety of clerical work and field assignments, including site surveys, in support of the operation of an organizational unit on a temporary basis. Performs related duties as required. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES: Responds to routine telephone inquiries. Collects information for compiling reports. Makes telephone calls and contacts other departments and organizations to collect routine information or to follow through with calls initiated by supervisor. Types prepared correspondence, memoranda, lists and brief reports. Files as instructed in an established filing system. Performs routine data entry tasks using established mainframe systems. Completes forms by hand or by using a computer to upload required information (e.g. site survey data related photographs). MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Training and Experience: High School graduation or equivalent, including completion of courses in English, Spelling, Mathematics and Typing, or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required. One year of experience in a business office performing typing and filing duties is preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of rules of grammar, punctuation and spelling. Knowledge of office methods and procedures. Ability to make arithmetic calculations. Ability to organize and maintain records manually or using personal computer. Ability to communicate effectively with park employees and the public. Skill in the operation of office machines, including personal computers. Effective oral and written communication skills.

Requirements

Technical skills: Proficiency with technical tools and software, such as CAD
Design thinking: The ability to create designs and presentations
Communication skills: The ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients, team members, and other professionals
Building codes: Knowledge of the rules that govern the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings
Collaboration: The ability to work well with others, including engineers, contractors, and builders
Problem solving: The ability to analyze and solve problems
Adaptability: The ability to be flexible and adjust to new situations
Creativity: The ability to be innovative and come up with new ideas
Attention to detail: The ability to pay close attention to detail
Knowledge of building laws: Knowledge of local building codes and laws
High School graduation or equivalent, including completion of courses in English, Spelling, Mathematics and Typing, or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required.
Knowledge of rules of grammar, punctuation and spelling.
Knowledge of office methods and procedures.
Ability to make arithmetic calculations.
Ability to organize and maintain records manually or using personal computer.
Ability to communicate effectively with park employees and the public.
Skill in the operation of office machines, including personal computers.
Effective oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a business office performing typing and filing duties is preferred.

Responsibilities

drafting architectural plans
conducting research
creating design presentations
attending meetings
Responds to routine telephone inquiries.
Collects information for compiling reports.
Makes telephone calls and contacts other departments and organizations to collect routine information or to follow through with calls initiated by supervisor.
Types prepared correspondence, memoranda, lists and brief reports.
Files as instructed in an established filing system.
Performs routine data entry tasks using established mainframe systems.
Completes forms by hand or by using a computer to upload required information (e.g. site survey data related photographs).