The City of Chicago is excited to announce the 2023 Mayoral Fellowship Program. The Mayor’s Office Fellowship Program is the premier opportunity for bright, motivated, and civic-minded graduate students from all disciplines to apply their coursework and to learn more about public service. Two virtual info sessions for students will be held on Wed., Oct. 26 from 12:30– 1:30 p.m. and Thurs., Nov. 3 from 5– 6 p.m. The application deadline is Monday, November 7, 2022, 11:59 p.m. CT. More information on how to apply, eligibility criteria, and the information sessions can be found at Chicago.gov/Mayorsfellows.
- Work directly with the Mayor’s senior staff
- Research policies and evaluate their potential benefit to Chicago
- Meet with Commissioners, Aldermen, senior-level staff from various City departments and sister agencies, community partners, and experts in a variety of policy fields
- Draft memoranda on upcoming issues and new initiatives
- Learn about the work and mission of the City’s departments through weekly presentations by department commissioners and senior level staff, and via guided tours of City facilities
- Attend press conferences, City Council meetings, staff meetings, and strategic planning sessions
- Develop “New Ideas” for City policies and initiatives
Through the Mayor's Office Fellowship Program, you may accomplish the following:
- Develop new initiatives that keep Chicago green
- Research ways to keep Chicago affordable
- Work on workforce development initiatives targeting specific industries
- Build a new technology product that impacts residents' lives
- Outline best practices in public safety programs and youth engagement
- Research and compare housing-related policies in U.S. cities
- Create innovative solutions to traffic and infrastructure challenges
- Recommend ways to better integrate technology with City functions
- Integrate human-centered design practices into digital services for residents
- Analyze information on regional issues and Great Lakes policies
- Create new programs that connect City residents with the great cultural resources of Chicago
Eligibility Criteria
The Chicago Mayor’s Office seeks a well-rounded cohort comprising Fellows with expertise in areas such as public policy, urban planning, public health, law, business, social work, or computer science. Graduate students from all disciplines are encouraged to apply.
Required qualifications:
- Be a currently enrolled graduate student at the time of employment
- Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Reside within Chicago during the 11-week fellowship
Desired qualifications:
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence as evidenced by professional success, academic honors, leadership ability, extracurricular activities, and involvement in community or public service
- Be enthusiastic about public service and city government
- Embody strong personal character and conviction
Applying to the Summer 2023 Mayor’s Office Fellowship is a two-step process. All prospective fellows must complete Step 1 of the application process. Short-listed fellows will advance to Step 2.
Step 1 (Due Monday, November 7, 2022): Prospective fellows must complete an initial application screening through the City of Chicago’s Department of Human Resources CAREERS website. Applicants will be asked to provide:
- Cover letter and resume
- A letter of enrollment from their current graduate school
- An official transcript from their current graduate school (For graduate students in their first year of study who have not yet received grades, an official dated letter of acceptance to your current school AND a current class schedule will be accepted in place of an official transcript)
Step 1 of the application process will close on Monday, November 7, 2022 at 11:59 pm CT. No late applications will be accepted. Applications will be screened for eligibility and qualifications. A short-list of applicants will be selected for interviews and move on to Step 2.
To apply please visit: Chicago.gov/Mayorsfellows
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