Intern (Composting & Recycling) - Seasonal

Chicago Park District•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

High School graduation or equivalent, including completion of courses in English, Spelling, Mathematics and Typing, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
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.
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.
Operates office machines (e.g. copier, calculator).
Performs routine data entry tasks using established mainframe systems.
Completes forms by hand or by using a typewriter/word processor by filing in the required information (e.g. supply requisitions, personnel requisitions).
Maintains simple logs or records.
Receives and directs visitors.