Number of Positions: 8
(Additional Vacancies Possible Pending Budget Approval)
Starting Salary: $16.20/hour
Applications for this position will be accepted from 3/16/26 until 11:59pm CDT 3/30/26
The Student Intern Program is for students seeking to gain knowledge of, and valuable work experience in public sector / city government operations. Work hours are flexible to meet the needs of students and city departments. These are temporary positions. Internships are limited to one academic year.
These internships are for the summer.
Essential Duties:
Assigned duties specific to the operational needs of the operating department where the internship is performed
Performs various administrative functions to support program activities
Compiles, tabulates, and analyzes statistical data, and research and collect information for inclusion in studies and reports
Uses various software packages to type documents, create spreadsheets and maintain databases
Provides general information regarding programs and services to the public
Reviews and processes applications for programs and services and explains program requirements to applicants
Maintains records and prepares work reports
Performs various office clerical functions
Participates in the organization’s set-up and administration of special events and program activities
Performs related duties as required
Additional Duties May Be Required For This Position
Location: Jardine Water Purification Plant, 1000 E. Ohio
Days: Monday through Friday
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE
Eligibility
Must be a student currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or law school OR a student currently enrolled in an accredited business or data processing/ information technology school. At the time of application, you must attach a Resume, Current transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable if the cumulative grade point average is reflected) and a Current Letter of Enrollment Verification from the School's Registrar/Dean confirming current enrollment (or National Student Clearinghouse Proof of Enrollment Certificate) at the time of hire. You must be enrolled in school (with the exception of academic breaks) throughout your internship if you are selected.
Selection Requirements
These positions require applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.
Preference
Preference will be given to applicants possessing the following: Engineering, Chemistry, Information technology and Business Administration.
Benefits and Salary Information
For information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at: https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html
For information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at: https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf
Application Evaluation
Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.
Commitment to Diversity:
To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA) and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates to be referred to departments for consideration. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. To learn more about our hiring practices click here.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.
Job Posting Information
City of Chicago
Job Posting:
Mar 16, 2026, 12:00:00 AM
BU: 09
