Who: Village of Lake Bluff
What: The Village of Lake Bluff, IL (pop: 5,722), a Chicago suburban community
where its small size, unpretentious charm, and easygoing spirit sets it apart from
the rest of the North Shore, seeks an Administrative Intern to serve within the
Village Administrator’s Office starting this fall. The Administrative Intern is a
responsible member of the Village’s executive staff.
Job Duties: The Administrative Intern supports the activities of the Village
Administrator’s office and performs research, analysis, and special projects
throughout the operating departments of the Village with particular emphasis in
administration, planning, and community development. Strong communication,
flexibility, and customer service is essential to the position. The duties of the
Intern will vary depending on the Intern’s strengths and interests and the day-to- day business needs of the Village.
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Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Community Affairs Intern - Illinois Housing Development Association
Who: Illinois Housing Development Association
What: The Community Affairs Department oversees a portfolio of funding programs for community revitalization and housing counseling efforts. The department coordinates with nonprofits and local governments and works with staff across IHDA departments to identify and provide input for the design of program initiatives all directed towards promoting and creating fiscally stable households and communities.
What: The Community Affairs Department oversees a portfolio of funding programs for community revitalization and housing counseling efforts. The department coordinates with nonprofits and local governments and works with staff across IHDA departments to identify and provide input for the design of program initiatives all directed towards promoting and creating fiscally stable households and communities.
Friday, March 27, 2020
Internship - The Forum
Who: The Forum
What: Built in 1897 at 43rd Street and the CTA Green Line, The Forum contains Forum Hall, Bronzeville’s oldest assembly hall on its second floor, as well as several grade-level retail spaces. Urban Juncture, Inc. saved The Forum from city-mandated demolition in 2011 and has spent the past several years removing debris from the building, stabilizing the structure, replacing damaged building elements, and researching and documenting the building’s rich history. As a result, The Forum has been entered on the National Register of Historic Places and has secured initial financial support from the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Bringing Back The Forum is a part of Urban Juncture’s Build Bronzeville effort, whose goal is to utilize key community assets to revitalize Bronzeville for the primary benefit of long-time Bronzeville residents. The Build Bronzeville team intends to rehabilitate The Forum for use as a major, neighborhood-based center for cultural performance, events, retail, and hospitality.
The intern will help advance The Forum towards rehabilitation by
The internship will commence in June 2020 and run for 10-14 weeks at approximately 30 hours per week. The intern will work with the team of neighborhood residents and stakeholders that have led work on The Forum and report to Bernard Loyd, the project leader of Build Bronzeville. They will share space at the Bronzeville Incubator at 51st Street and the Green Line and receive a modest stipend.
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to bloyd@urbanjuncture.com by April 15. Applicants with strong Excel, visualization, economic and real estate analysis skills, and a commitment to neighborhood revitalization will be given priority.
What: Built in 1897 at 43rd Street and the CTA Green Line, The Forum contains Forum Hall, Bronzeville’s oldest assembly hall on its second floor, as well as several grade-level retail spaces. Urban Juncture, Inc. saved The Forum from city-mandated demolition in 2011 and has spent the past several years removing debris from the building, stabilizing the structure, replacing damaged building elements, and researching and documenting the building’s rich history. As a result, The Forum has been entered on the National Register of Historic Places and has secured initial financial support from the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Bringing Back The Forum is a part of Urban Juncture’s Build Bronzeville effort, whose goal is to utilize key community assets to revitalize Bronzeville for the primary benefit of long-time Bronzeville residents. The Build Bronzeville team intends to rehabilitate The Forum for use as a major, neighborhood-based center for cultural performance, events, retail, and hospitality.
The intern will help advance The Forum towards rehabilitation by
- Identifying a set of comparable revitalization cases;
- Cataloging best practices in the revitalization of neighborhood theaters;
- Establishing an inventory of Chicago-based arts organizations who could be strong partners in revitalization;
- Developing first-cut financial pro formas for redevelopment and operations;
- Quantifying the public benefits of investments in reestablishing a community hub of cultural performance and retail; and,
- Developing a pitch deck to be used with a broad range of potential neighborhood, public, philanthropic, and for-profit stakeholders;
The internship will commence in June 2020 and run for 10-14 weeks at approximately 30 hours per week. The intern will work with the team of neighborhood residents and stakeholders that have led work on The Forum and report to Bernard Loyd, the project leader of Build Bronzeville. They will share space at the Bronzeville Incubator at 51st Street and the Green Line and receive a modest stipend.
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to bloyd@urbanjuncture.com by April 15. Applicants with strong Excel, visualization, economic and real estate analysis skills, and a commitment to neighborhood revitalization will be given priority.
Internship - EcoLogic Development Fund
Who: EcoLogic Development Fund
What: Our Mission: To empower rural and indigenous peoples to restore and protect tropical ecosystems. We work in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras, in some of the most biologically diverse ecosystems in the world.
How we work: EcoLogic builds partnerships with rural and indigenous-led organizations, and helps them identify, evaluate, and prioritize their conservation and natural resource needs. In each of our community-powered conservation projects, we support our partners in gaining access to what they need most to restore and conserve the tropical ecosystems where they live and on which they rely for basic necessities and wellbeing. This can include skills, financing, materials, access to decision-makers and experts, hands-on experience, and other forms of support.
What: Our Mission: To empower rural and indigenous peoples to restore and protect tropical ecosystems. We work in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras, in some of the most biologically diverse ecosystems in the world.
How we work: EcoLogic builds partnerships with rural and indigenous-led organizations, and helps them identify, evaluate, and prioritize their conservation and natural resource needs. In each of our community-powered conservation projects, we support our partners in gaining access to what they need most to restore and conserve the tropical ecosystems where they live and on which they rely for basic necessities and wellbeing. This can include skills, financing, materials, access to decision-makers and experts, hands-on experience, and other forms of support.
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Community Development Intern - Village of Lombard
Who: Village of Lombard
What: The Village of Lombard is seeking one Planning Services/Community Development Intern. This position will assist in the review of zoning cases, preparation of documents for internal and general public use, and special studies. The position will also assist the Building Divisions front counter. Other support activities related to Community Development operations may be a part of this internship. The position will provide a broad exposure to development regulations and daily municipal operations. The position requires:
The internship would be up to 40 hours a week and would extend through the Summer. The salary would be $14.00/hour, based upon qualifications. The anticipated start date and work hours can be flexible based upon school schedules.
All candidates should forward their resume to:
Village of Lombard, Human Resources Division, 255 East Wilson Avenue, Lombard, IL, 60148 or email to hr@villageoflombard.org.
Position will remain open until filled and hiring will be expedited for the right candidate. EOE
What: The Village of Lombard is seeking one Planning Services/Community Development Intern. This position will assist in the review of zoning cases, preparation of documents for internal and general public use, and special studies. The position will also assist the Building Divisions front counter. Other support activities related to Community Development operations may be a part of this internship. The position will provide a broad exposure to development regulations and daily municipal operations. The position requires:
- The ability to effectively write and speak clearly to staff and the general public.
- Appropriate interpersonal skills for business and public contact.
- Competencies in personal computers in a Windows environment and ability to utilize Village software applications.
- The ability to work independently and in the absence of supervision.
The internship would be up to 40 hours a week and would extend through the Summer. The salary would be $14.00/hour, based upon qualifications. The anticipated start date and work hours can be flexible based upon school schedules.
All candidates should forward their resume to:
Village of Lombard, Human Resources Division, 255 East Wilson Avenue, Lombard, IL, 60148 or email to hr@villageoflombard.org.
Position will remain open until filled and hiring will be expedited for the right candidate. EOE
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Community Development Internship - Village of Northfield
Who: Village of Northfield
What: The Village of Northfield, Illinois, is offering a full-time Planning Intern position in our Community Development Department this summer. The intern will report directly to the Community Development Director.
Northfield is a bedroom community with a population of 5,420 and is located in the North Shore area of Chicago just 20 minutes from the Loop.
The Community Development Department encompasses the following functions:
Requirements: The candidate should be a current undergraduate or graduate student in urban planning; must have effective oral /written communication skills; must have excellent organizational and time management skills; must interact well with others; must have competency in ArcMap/GIS, Excel, Word and Outlook; must have a valid driver’s license.
What Our 2019 Intern Had Say: “This internship offered me beneficial experience in planning and community development, site plan review, code compliance, working with municipal commissions and procedures, and more. I felt so much more prepared for my future and gained relevant experience that helped me land my current job.”
Address: 361 Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093
Website: www.northfieldil.org
Pay: $12 - $15 per hour depending on qualifications.
Start Date: Monday, May 11, 2020 (flexible depending on needs of the candidate and Department)
Work Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday (flexible depending on the needs of the candidate and Department).
Apply By April 6, 2020: Email application, resume, cover letter and work/school related references to Steve Gutierrez, Community Development Director, sgutierrez@northfieldil.org, no later than April 6, 2020.
If you would like an interview over spring break – apply now!
What: The Village of Northfield, Illinois, is offering a full-time Planning Intern position in our Community Development Department this summer. The intern will report directly to the Community Development Director.
Northfield is a bedroom community with a population of 5,420 and is located in the North Shore area of Chicago just 20 minutes from the Loop.
The Community Development Department encompasses the following functions:
- Planning and Zoning
- Economic Development
- Engineering
- Building/Code Enforcement (Inspectional Services)
- Public Health Services
Requirements: The candidate should be a current undergraduate or graduate student in urban planning; must have effective oral /written communication skills; must have excellent organizational and time management skills; must interact well with others; must have competency in ArcMap/GIS, Excel, Word and Outlook; must have a valid driver’s license.
What Our 2019 Intern Had Say: “This internship offered me beneficial experience in planning and community development, site plan review, code compliance, working with municipal commissions and procedures, and more. I felt so much more prepared for my future and gained relevant experience that helped me land my current job.”
Address: 361 Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093
Website: www.northfieldil.org
Pay: $12 - $15 per hour depending on qualifications.
Start Date: Monday, May 11, 2020 (flexible depending on needs of the candidate and Department)
Work Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday (flexible depending on the needs of the candidate and Department).
Apply By April 6, 2020: Email application, resume, cover letter and work/school related references to Steve Gutierrez, Community Development Director, sgutierrez@northfieldil.org, no later than April 6, 2020.
If you would like an interview over spring break – apply now!
Monday, March 2, 2020
Urban Planning Intern - Chicago Loop Alliance
Who: Chicago Loop Alliance
What: CLA Mission: The mission of Chicago Loop Alliance is to create, manage and promote high-performing urban experiences attracting people and investment to the Loop.
Description: The Urban Planning Internship is a minimum 5-month commitment with opportunity for extension. This internship is ideal for a graduate student or recent graduate looking to grow their experience with community and business engagement.
The Chicago Loop Alliance is currently developing the “Elevate State” corridor plan and requires a highly motivated intern to assist with data gathering and plan development. CLA is looking for candidates who are interested in working in a fast-paced environment and can handle multiple assignments and deadlines. Ideal candidates will prefer being out in the community over sitting at a desk. The Urban Planning Intern must possess strong writing skills and be able to communicate in a positive manner with a diverse set of stakeholders.
What: CLA Mission: The mission of Chicago Loop Alliance is to create, manage and promote high-performing urban experiences attracting people and investment to the Loop.
Description: The Urban Planning Internship is a minimum 5-month commitment with opportunity for extension. This internship is ideal for a graduate student or recent graduate looking to grow their experience with community and business engagement.
The Chicago Loop Alliance is currently developing the “Elevate State” corridor plan and requires a highly motivated intern to assist with data gathering and plan development. CLA is looking for candidates who are interested in working in a fast-paced environment and can handle multiple assignments and deadlines. Ideal candidates will prefer being out in the community over sitting at a desk. The Urban Planning Intern must possess strong writing skills and be able to communicate in a positive manner with a diverse set of stakeholders.
Friday, February 28, 2020
2020 Thomas J. O’Bryant Transportation Policy & Finance Fellowship - Eno Center for Transportation
Who: Eno Center for Transportation
What: The Eno Center for Transportation is now accepting applications for its Summer 2020 Thomas J. O’Bryant Transportation Policy Fellowship. This fellowship provides a high-quality professional development opportunity for aspiring transportation specialists. Successful applicants will gain in-depth knowledge of transportation policy and practice under the guidance of Eno staff.
Responsibilities
Duration of the appointment is 10 weeks (start/end dates to be determined by successful candidate and Eno staff.)
Qualifications
Fellowships are awarded to students with a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, and Ph.D. working in transportation, engineering, housing, urban planning, or related degrees. Fellows must have already developed research skills and a strong writing ability.
Compensation
Fellows are paid a stipend of $2,250 per month.
To Apply
Submit cover letter, resume, and scholarly writing sample (2-3 page selection) by Friday, March 6, 2020 at 5pm with the email subject line “2020 FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION” to Romic Aevaz at raevaz@enotrans.org. First round interviews will be held in late March.
Documents should be labeled:
LastName_FirstName_CoverLetter_2020Fellowship
LastName_FirstName_Resume_2020Fellowship
LastName_FirstName_Writing Sample_2020Fellowship
What: The Eno Center for Transportation is now accepting applications for its Summer 2020 Thomas J. O’Bryant Transportation Policy Fellowship. This fellowship provides a high-quality professional development opportunity for aspiring transportation specialists. Successful applicants will gain in-depth knowledge of transportation policy and practice under the guidance of Eno staff.
Responsibilities
- Assisting in the development of Eno publications and products. Fellows play an integral part in the research and development of transportation research documents, policy recommendations, and events. Projects cover all modes, sectors, and levels of government within transportation.
- Contributing to the premier transportation publication: Eno Transportation Weekly (ETW). Fellows cover transportation-related hearings on Capitol Hill, analyze legislation, and develop think pieces and other commentary for ETW.
- Bridging the gap between research and policy. Fellows participate in Eno’s outreach through participation in conferences, briefings, and private meetings.
- Gaining in-depth knowledge of U.S. policymaking. Fellows engage the policymaking community through association with the Board of Directors, Eno education programs, and briefings to policymakers.
Duration of the appointment is 10 weeks (start/end dates to be determined by successful candidate and Eno staff.)
Qualifications
Fellowships are awarded to students with a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, and Ph.D. working in transportation, engineering, housing, urban planning, or related degrees. Fellows must have already developed research skills and a strong writing ability.
Compensation
Fellows are paid a stipend of $2,250 per month.
To Apply
Submit cover letter, resume, and scholarly writing sample (2-3 page selection) by Friday, March 6, 2020 at 5pm with the email subject line “2020 FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION” to Romic Aevaz at raevaz@enotrans.org. First round interviews will be held in late March.
Documents should be labeled:
LastName_FirstName_CoverLetter_2020Fellowship
LastName_FirstName_Resume_2020Fellowship
LastName_FirstName_Writing Sample_2020Fellowship
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Fellow -- Cook County Sheriff's Office
Who: Cook County Sheriff's Office
What: Cook County Sheriff’s Office is a nationally recognized leader in providing innovative programs in the fields of law enforcement and corrections and seeks constantly to infuse these fields with strong social justice principles. The Sheriff’s Fellowship Program gives practical experience in research, analytics, and policy to students who are passionate about addressing Gun Violence, Domestic Violence, Sustainability, Mental Health Research and Policy, Human Trafficking, Child Welfare, Poverty, Homelessness, Criminal Justice, and Housing.
Fellows will be partnered with subject matter experts and participate in the implementation of real-time change initiatives and real-world quantitative and qualitative research efforts.
The Fellowship Program will be 10 weeks long, with fellows expected to work 40 hours a week. Fellows will be expected to complete a research project based on their area of study.
Stipend: Undergraduate fellows will be compensated $6,000 for the summer.
Application Criteria
Please submit a resume in TALEO, In addition, upload a word document in response to the following questions:
1) Please describe a significant personal and/or professional experience and how it made an impact on your outlook. How has it influenced your relationship to community and your approach to changing lives? (Please answer in no more than 750 words).
2) Define what you believe to be successful systems change. Using this definition, briefly outline a real-world system and your vision for a successful change. (Please answer in no more than 500 words).
3) What are your short- and long-term professional aspirations? Describe how the Sheriff’s Fellowship will assist you in realizing these goals. (Please answer in no more than 500 words).
4) What policy area would like to focus on throughout this fellowship?
5) Please state who your adviser would be during the duration of this fellowship. (Applicants from the University of Illinois, Chicago & National Network for Safe Communities are not required to answer this question).
The application process will close on March 13th, 2020. Applicants must successfully pass a background check and pre-employment screening process.
What: Cook County Sheriff’s Office is a nationally recognized leader in providing innovative programs in the fields of law enforcement and corrections and seeks constantly to infuse these fields with strong social justice principles. The Sheriff’s Fellowship Program gives practical experience in research, analytics, and policy to students who are passionate about addressing Gun Violence, Domestic Violence, Sustainability, Mental Health Research and Policy, Human Trafficking, Child Welfare, Poverty, Homelessness, Criminal Justice, and Housing.
Fellows will be partnered with subject matter experts and participate in the implementation of real-time change initiatives and real-world quantitative and qualitative research efforts.
The Fellowship Program will be 10 weeks long, with fellows expected to work 40 hours a week. Fellows will be expected to complete a research project based on their area of study.
Stipend: Undergraduate fellows will be compensated $6,000 for the summer.
Application Criteria
Please submit a resume in TALEO, In addition, upload a word document in response to the following questions:
1) Please describe a significant personal and/or professional experience and how it made an impact on your outlook. How has it influenced your relationship to community and your approach to changing lives? (Please answer in no more than 750 words).
2) Define what you believe to be successful systems change. Using this definition, briefly outline a real-world system and your vision for a successful change. (Please answer in no more than 500 words).
3) What are your short- and long-term professional aspirations? Describe how the Sheriff’s Fellowship will assist you in realizing these goals. (Please answer in no more than 500 words).
4) What policy area would like to focus on throughout this fellowship?
5) Please state who your adviser would be during the duration of this fellowship. (Applicants from the University of Illinois, Chicago & National Network for Safe Communities are not required to answer this question).
The application process will close on March 13th, 2020. Applicants must successfully pass a background check and pre-employment screening process.
Monday, February 3, 2020
Community Development Intern - Village of Downers Grove
Who: Village of Downers Grove
What: The Village of Downers Grove is accepting applications for a seasonal Planning Intern.
What: The Village of Downers Grove is accepting applications for a seasonal Planning Intern.
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