Disability Policy Office Intern - Seasonal

Chicago Park District • Chicago, IL

12h • $17

About The Position

Intern (Architecture) - Seasonal (Disability Policy Office)

Intern architects will assist with tasks such as drafting architectural plans,
conducting research, creating design presentations, and attending meetings.

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:

Under direct supervision, performs a variety of clerical work and field
assignments, including site surveys, in support of the operation of an
organizational unit on a temporary basis. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• Technical skills: Proficiency with technical tools and software, such as CAD
• Design thinking: The ability to create designs and presentations
• Communication skills: The ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients, team members, and other professionals
• Building codes: Knowledge of the rules that govern the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings
• Collaboration: The ability to work well with others, including engineers, contractors, and builders
• Problem solving: The ability to analyze and solve problems
• Adaptability: The ability to be flexible and adjust to new situations
• Creativity: The ability to be innovative and come up with new ideas
• Attention to detail: The ability to pay close attention to detail
• Knowledge of building laws: Knowledge of local building codes and laws
• Training and Experience: High School graduation or equivalent, including completion of courses in English, Spelling, Mathematics and Typing, or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required.
• Knowledge of rules of grammar, punctuation and spelling.
• Knowledge of office methods and procedures.
• Ability to make arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to organize and maintain records manually or using personal computer.
• Ability to communicate effectively with park employees and the public.
• Skill in the operation of office machines, including personal computers.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in a business office performing typing and filing duties is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responds to routine telephone inquiries.
• Collects information for compiling reports.
• Makes telephone calls and contacts other departments and organizations to collect routine information or to follow through with calls initiated by supervisor.
• Types prepared correspondence, memoranda, lists and brief reports.
• Files as instructed in an established filing system.
• Performs routine data entry tasks using established mainframe systems.
• Completes forms by hand or by using a computer to upload required information (e.g. site survey data related photographs).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees