Montgomery County Council Summer Fellows Program - MD

The ten-week Montgomery County Council Summer Fellows Program offers graduate students an unparalleled paid opportunity to work directly in real-life policy making with elected officials, senior management and community organizations in one of the most progressive local governments in the nation, adjacent to Washington, D.C. The program provides students the opportunity to conduct an independent research project and present it to the Council. Weekly programming brings the students together for field trips throughout the County.  

Highlights of Summer Fellows Program:  

• Program dates: June 2 - August 8, 2025  
• Positions available with the Montgomery County Council and Montgomery County Executive Branch  
• Self-selected research project & presentation to the Council  
• $8,000 stipend for the 10-week program  
• Weekly programming to explore Montgomery County, MD and Washington D.C.   

 

Graduate students in the following fields are invited to apply: public policy (all specializations included), public administration, planning, public health, law, or related subjects.   
  

This opportunity is open to current graduate students who will not have graduated by summer 2025. The deadline for the first stage of the application is January 3rd, 2025.  

 

Additional information is available at this link. Virtual information sessions will be held on the following dates (all times Eastern):  

Monday, 12/2 at 10AM (Zoom link) 

Wednesday, 12/11 at 5:30PM (Zoom link) 

Friday, 12/13 at 2PM (Zoom link) 
 
Please contact summerfellows@montgomerycountymd.gov with any questions. 

 

Intern - Masters (General Government) part-time - Schaumburg, IL

VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG

Human Resources Department

101 Schaumburg Court, Schaumburg, IL 60193

http://www.schaumburg.com/

https://career4.successfactors.com/career?company=Schaumburg

The Village of Schaumburg is a thriving community of 78,723 residents located 11 miles west of O’Hare International Airport and approximately 26 miles northwest of Chicago. Not only is Schaumburg the twelfth-largest community in the State of Illinois, but it is also home to the second-largest concentration of retail, office, and commercial activity. Notable village distinctions include being rated as an excellent or good place to live by 95% of respondents in the National Community Survey; having multiple highly-awarded and accredited departments; being selected as a Best-In-Class-Employer by Gallagher for midsize employers and being recognized as a Better Business Town by The Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois. 

 

The village employs approximately 600 employees in 12 departments, including police, fire, engineering and public works, communications, community development, cultural services, economic development, finance, general government, human resources, information technology, and transportation. Our employees work to serve the residents and strive to make Schaumburg the best community it can be.

 

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

Intern - Masters (General Government) part-time

 

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled.

 

STARTING SALARY RANGE:  $33.17 - $36.91  per hour working up to 19 hours per week.  Salary dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $33.17 - $48.10.  

 

Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

This position assists the Manager’s Office executive team members in a variety of projects and day-to-day activities, as part of a graduate-level program of study in public administration or a closely related discipline. This position is a two-year commitment while completing the required coursework in pursuit of a graduate degree in public administration.  This position will work with other departments in the achievement of the Manager’s Office priorities and participate in the preparation of issue-related materials for meetings of the Village Board and advisory bodies of the village.  This position may also be assigned and responsible for independent projects. 

 

To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate will be able to work cooperatively and effectively with others, manage and prioritize multiple projects with thoroughness and accuracy using facts, metrics, and data to guide strategic decisions, and be dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.  We are looking to add a team member motivated by success, someone capable of working towards achieving higher results and improved performance.

 

JOB DUTIES:
1.    Assists the Manager’s Office executive team and other village departments in new or ongoing research projects as directed by the Manager’s Office executive team.
2.    Assists in the research and implementation of various Village Board initiatives as directed by the Manager’s Office executive team.
3.    Coordinates the village’s biannual National Citizen’s Survey, analyzes results, and prepares presentations to the Village Board.
4.    Assists in the monitoring and review of departmental KPIs and performance measurements associated with corporate goal tracking.
5.    Receives and resolves all franchise cable television and utility complaints and reports biannual status to the Planning, Building, and Development Standing Committee.
6.    Responds to written, telephone, in-person, and web inquiries in response to citizen requests as directed. Provides follow-up with departments to ensure customer service requests (CSRs) are appropriately addressed and closed out upon completion.
7.    Assists in the review and update of General Government webpages.
8.    Assists in the preparation of recommendations and background information for the various meetings of the Village Board and advisory bodies of the village.
9.    Drafts general information for grant submissions and disseminates it to departments seeking grants. Monitors grant opportunities. Assists in gathering letters of support from local legislators or community members.
10.    Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1.    Bachelor’s degree, with acceptance and current participation as a full-time student in an accredited graduate program in public administration or closely related discipline.
2.    Knowledge of the basic structure and operation of municipal government.  
3.    Proficiency with current computer technology, job-specific software, and customer service systems.
 

BENEFITS:

Part-Time employees are not eligible for benefits.

 

SELECTION PROCESS:

Candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, reference checks, and other job-related testing or verifications.  Chosen candidates will be subject to a background and criminal history investigation, and qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis).

 

THE VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Clean Energy Intern

Clean Energy Intern - Remote

Location: Company is Chicago-based; position is remote

Contact information: submit application to Jane Anderson and janderson@inovaenergygroup.com

Job description: Inova Energy Group is looking for a part-time (up to 20 hrs/week) Intern to support several ongoing clean energy projects focused on energy policy, energy efficiency, electrification, solar energy, and electric vehicles. The internship will be available between September and December 2024, with the potential to convert into a full-time employee position.

This is an opportunity for an individual to gain experience with real-world energy policy projects and knowledge of clean energy policy and management. As an Intern, you will work alongside our team of energy and sustainability consultants on various project work that may involve: conducting research and analysis, writing formal reports and deliverables, developing recommendations for clients, developing presentations and webinars, and other project activities.

An ideal candidate will be an energetic and dynamic individual who is interested in the challenge of meaningful work and exponentially growing their career in a fast-paced, start-up environment, and will have interest in, education, and/or prior experience working on one or more of the following topics: clean energy policy, energy efficiency, solar energy, electric vehicles, climate justice, decarbonization, climate change.

Responsibilities 

• Support projects and programs in the energy efficiency and decarbonization space with advising/consulting, idea generation, performing research, developing business solutions (including policies, procedures, and tools), and report generation. 
• Assist with writing reports, case studies, and client memorandums.
• Support client relationships through meeting attendance, preparing agendas and meeting
  minutes, and developing presentations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent work history.
• Working toward, or recently earned a masters degree in environmental sciences, public policy, or
  environmental policy. A focus on energy is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Interest in working at a start-up and/or as a consultant.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional demeanor.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting.
• Knowledge of Midwest and/or national energy efficiency policies and programs.

Logistics 

Flexible schedule; part-time up to 20 hours per week.
This is a paid internship position. It is currently based in Chicago, Illinois and is remote.

About Inova 

Inova Energy Group (www.inovaenergygroup.com) is a woman-owned business offering management consulting, strategic planning, and turnkey project delivery solutions to the clean energy and sustainability industries. Inova’s work is project-based, with clients in the Midwest and Northeast regions and a focus on utility energy efficiency programs, decarbonization, renewable energy access, climate planning, and/or community resilience.

Since 2014, Inova Energy Group has served clients in public and private sectors with a variety of projects ranging from utility energy program design to stakeholder management, deployment of new technologies, statewide policy analysis, creation of climate action and mitigation plans, trainings, and the development of corporate sustainability strategies.

How we Work 

At Inova, our greatest assets are the kind of people we attract. We pride ourselves in being an energetic and collaborative team, that strives for creative solutions and excellent delivery of work. We empower individuals to pursue their interests and continuously develop their professional skills, while working with a variety of projects and topics. As a small team, we rely on each other and leverage our skills and knowledge to think outside the box. We are nimble and passionate about our work – with the knowledge that what we do makes an impact in our communities and the world. 

To Apply 

Please submit a cover letter and resume to janderson@inovaenergygroup.com. To supplement your application, submission of a writing sample is strongly encouraged (though not required).

Summer Research Intern - Carol Stream, IL

Job Type: Intern / Part Time / In Person
Location: Carol Stream, IL
Pay: $1,000 / Month
Duration: June 2024-May 2025 (negotiable)

POSITION SUMMARY: This is an exciting internship opportunity to help pilot a new integration self-assessment tool, by surveying and interviewing forcibly displaced people who have resettled in the Chicagoland area. This internship provides the opportunity to work alongside a team from Refugee Council USA (RCUSA), World Relief Chicagoland (WRC), and Refugee Congress to conduct this pivotal research. An individual with an interest or background with forcibly displaced populations (refugees, asylum seekers, asylees), research, intercultural communication skills, and data management will thrive in this role. A stipend will be provided.

Application available here.

Planning and Zoning Intern - Village of Franklin Park, Illinois

Position Description:

The Village of Franklin Park, located immediately northwest of the City of Chicago, seeks a Planning & Zoning Intern to undertake planning, zoning, and development projects in the Village. This position reports to the Director of Community Development and Zoning.  The position will be full-time (40 hrs. per week) from June 1^st to September 1^st with potential for a part-time extension.  The hourly wage for this position is $17 per hour.

To apply, send or email a cover letter and resume detailing relevant qualifications and experience, along with a writing sample to:

Lisa Anthony, Director of Human Resources
Village of Franklin Park
9500 Belmont Avenue
Franklin Park, Illinois 60131
resumes@vofp.com

All applicants are also required to submit a Village of Franklin Park Employment Application. The application can be found online at https://www.villageoffranklinpark.com/assets/1/7/Job_application_12.PDF.   

Community Development Intern - Village of Montgomery

The Village of Montgomery Community Development Department is seeking student applicants for the temporary position of Community Development Intern. This position is expected to begin work in late May and continue through August (approximately 10-13 weeks). The Community Development Intern will be responsible for supporting the department in code enforcement, administration of the adjudication process, customer service and other duties as assigned by the director.

Part-Time Public Policy Assistant Consultant (Temporary Position) - MKM Consultants, LLC

MKM Consultants is a small public policy consultancy founded to provide non-profit, government and philanthropic organizations with the assistance needed to formulate and execute economic and workforce development strategies. MKM is seeking a Public Policy Assistant Consultant to assist with our research and consulting activities. This is a part-time position of approximately 5-10 hours a week and will last through at least June of 2023. There will be an option to extend. The position can also be structured as an internship if desired. The Principal Consultant, Meghann Moses, works out of her home in Oak Park, Illinois and the Assistant Consultant will also work from home, with the possibility of the occasional in-person meetings in the Chicagoland area. 

Compensation: The position will pay $30-35 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Contact: Send letter of interest and resume to meghann@mkm-consultants.com

Community Development Summer Intern - Village of Itasca, IL

Title: Community Development Summer Intern

Location: Itasca, IL

Compensation: $18+/- per hr

Description:

The Village of Itasca (pop: 9,261) seeks a motivated, detail oriented, professional team player to fill the position of Full-Time Community Development Intern. This is a temporary position expected to last minimally through the summer. Emphasis will be on Community Development project work. Work with the Village will provide the successful candidate with exposure to engaging real-world planning challenges related to established business and industrial parks, in addition to a Metra-adjacent downtown area currently targeted for revitalization.

For more information, and to apply, click here.

SAFE (Streets are for Everyone) Ambassadors - MUSE Community + Design

Job Title: Chicago’s SAFE (Streets Are For Everybody) Ambassador

Employment status: Part-time, Non-exempt, Seasonal

Compensation: Hourly, $20

Hours: 24 hours/week

Start Date: Monday, May 13, 2024

End Date: Friday, September 13, 2024

 

About

MUSE Community + Design is seeking outgoing, well-organized, and committed advocates for transportation safety education, biking, and social equity to join the team as a SAFE (Streets Are For Everybody) Ambassador from late May to late September. 

 

As a SAFE (Streets Are For Everybody) Ambassador, you will represent the Chicago Department of Transportation in its efforts to support and promote active transportation and Complete Streets initiatives, such as traffic safety. To learn more about traffic safety initiatives, click here. In addition, Ambassadors educate the public on current best practices, recommendations, and guidelines for safe mobility around the city.

Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter to Aaron Gatdula at aaron@musecommunitydesign.com. Please use “Seasonal SAFE Ambassador” in your subject line. The positions are open until filled. No phone calls, please.

Managers Office Administrative Intern - Village of Glenview

Posted: March 20, 2024
Expires: April 30, 2024

Full listing available here.

The Village of Glenview, IL is seeking candidates with a passion for public service for the part-time Administrative Intern position within the Village Managers Office. This entry-level position will be responsible for completing various special projects and assignments related to the day-to-day operations of the Village. Key functions of this role include: