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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Government & Politics
    Education & Teaching
  • Chicago

AI generated summary

  • You must be proficient with computers, Microsoft Word, and Excel, possess strong communication skills, and be enrolled in a relevant degree program like communications, environmental science, or political science.
  • You will engage stakeholders, support event planning, conduct policy research, develop content, and coordinate projects to assist the Commissioner's Office in advancing policy solutions.

Requirements

  • Proficient utilizing computers
  • Proficient using Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Currently enrolled in a degree seeking program majoring in communications, environmental science and/or policy; political science, public administration, public policy; or other related majors.

Responsibilities

  • The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District is seeking an intern in the Board of Commissioners Office. During the internship, intern may participate stakeholder engagement, event planning support, policy research, content development, project coordination, and other skills and tasks to support the functions of a Commissioner's Office. The intern will gain skills and experience, help move policy solutions forward in partnership with a team while engaging constituents through communication, meetings, and events.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is limited to 119 working days per calendar year.

What is the hourly pay rate for the Public Policy Intern position?

The hourly pay rate for the Public Policy Intern position is $18.00 per hour.

What documents are required to apply for the internship?

Candidates must submit a letter of recommendation, a cover letter stating their interest in the position, and a resume.

What are the eligibility requirements for this internship?

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program at an accredited college or university, be a permanent resident within the territorial boundaries of the MWRD, and be a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States.

Where is the internship position located?

The internship position is located at the Main Office Building, 100 East Erie Street, Chicago, IL 60611.

What types of work will the intern be involved in?

The intern may participate in stakeholder engagement, event planning support, policy research, content development, project coordination, and other tasks to support the functions of a Commissioner's Office.

What skills are required for this internship?

Candidates should be proficient in utilizing computers, especially Microsoft Word and Excel, and possess excellent written and oral communication skills.

What academic majors are preferred for this internship?

The preferred academic majors include communications, environmental science and/or policy, political science, public administration, public policy, or other related fields.

How can I submit my application for the internship?

Candidates are required to submit their application, cover letter, resume, and letter of recommendation through MWRD’s Online Employment Center.

The MWRD treats wastewater and manages stormwater for the Chicago region.

Government
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1889
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Established in 1889, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is an award-winning, special purpose government agency responsible for wastewater treatment and stormwater management in Cook County, Illinois. The MWRD provides services throughout an 883 square mile area which includes the City of Chicago and suburban communities. The MWRD serves an equivalent pop. of 10.35 million citizens; 5.25 million people, a commercial and industrial equivalent of 4.5 million people, and a combined sewer overflow of .6 million people. The MWRD's 554 miles of intercepting sewers and force mains range in size from 12 inches to 27 feet in diameter and are fed by approximately 10,000 local sewer system connections. The MWRD's Tunnel and Reservoir Plan (TARP) is one of the country’s largest public works projects for pollution and flood control. Four tunnel systems total 109 miles of tunnels, nine to 33 feet in diameter and 150 to 300 feet underground, are in operation. Three TARP reservoirs are in operation and construction is in progress on the remaining 6.5 billion gallon portion of the McCook Reservoir. The MWRD owns and operates the Stickney Water Reclamation Plant, the world’s largest, in addition to six other plants and 23 pumping stations. Treating an average of 1.4 billion gallons of wastewater each day, the MWRD's total wastewater treatment capacity is over 2 billion gallons per day. The MWRD recycles all biosolids and has an aggressive outreach program.