STUDENT ADMINISTRATIVE AIDE II - VARIOUS COOK COUNTY BUREAUS
About The Position
Assist in impactful projects in one of the fellowship program areas in the County. Assist with various projects and duties to gain first-hand governmental experience, leadership skills, and a civic network. Participate in departmental and independent learning activities and events. Perform work activities applicable to the area of assignment, including human resources, technology, finance, research, clerical/administrative, law and policy. Assist in organizing events and logistics. Consult other staff and leadership for more complex issues and challenges. Complete a final presentation for the assigned project. This is a 10-week temporary full-time position from Monday, June 1, 2026 through Friday, August 7, 2026
Requirements
- Current enrollment as a full-time graduate degree student in an accredited college or university or
- Current enrollment as a full-time law student in an accredited college or university.
- Skill in the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats to clearly articulate issues and analyses in writing.
- Skill in mathematics to maintain statistical records.
- Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
- Ability to pay attention to detail to proof, verify, and edit complex data.
- Ability to work independently, multitask, take direction from others, and organize well.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated skills or academic background in Communication & Outreach; Data Analysis; Public Policy & Strategy; Administration & Operations; Event Planning; or Project Management.
Responsibilities
- Assist in impactful projects in one of the fellowship program areas in the County.
- Assist with various projects and duties to gain first-hand governmental experience, leadership skills, and a civic network.
- Participate in departmental and independent learning activities and events.
- Perform work activities applicable to the area of assignment, including human resources, technology, finance, research, clerical/administrative, law and policy.
- Assist in organizing events and logistics.
- Consult other staff and leadership for more complex issues and challenges.
- Complete a final presentation for the assigned project.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
