Intern - Teen Engagement - Seasonal

Chicago Park District • Chicago, IL

5d • $17

About The Position

Under direct supervision, performs typing, word processing and a variety of clerical work in support of the operation of an organizational unit on a temporary basis. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• Currently attending college, high school graduate, 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.
• Word processing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responds to routine telephone inquiries.
• Collects information for compiling reports.
• Types prepared correspondence, memoranda, lists and brief reports.
• Files as instructed in an established filing system.
• Operates office machines (e.g., copier, calculator).
• Performs routine data entry tasks using established mainframe systems.
• Completes forms by using a typewriter/word processor by filling in the required information.
• Proficient in Word and excel spreadsheets.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED