Download Internship Opportunities - Oakton Community College

Internship Opportunities – Sept 26, 2016
(Recently listed opportunities in blue.)
For more information, visit www.oakton.edu/internships.
Instructions on how to apply are on the “Student Information” page.
You may also contact the internship specialist at [email protected] or 847.376.7165.
ACCOUNTING/FINANCE/ECONOMICS
Accounting Intern (Friedman & Huey)
Pay: $12/hr
Hours: 15-20 hours/week (flexible hours; Jan 9-April 15)
Location: Glenview
The intern will assist the accountants with various day-to-day tasks during the tax season such as: data
entry, basic bookkeeping, preparing spreadsheets, organizing tax documents, filing, and shredding. Basic
accounting and tax knowledge is preferred as well as knowledge of Microsoft Excel and word. The intern will
be trained to use Intuit accounting software Easy ACCT and QuickBooks pro, as well as Lacerte Tax
Software.
Tax Season Accounting Intern (Friedman & Huey)
Pay: $10/hr
Hours: 25-30 hours/week (min 5-6 hrs/day; Feb-April)
Location: Northbrook
The intern will prepare individual tax returns. Candidates must have completed a tax course before
beginning the internship.
Branch Intern (Scottrade)
Pay: $10/hr
Hours: 15-25 hours/week
Location: Arlington Heights
The intern will: listen to and shadow brokers in the office to see how they conduct business with clients; act
as a representative of Scottrade to clients that come directly to the branch for assistance, become familiar
with different departments and their functions, provide technical support for clients accessing Scottrade's
trading Platforms, utilize quote system to communicate information regarding stocks to clients, process stock
certificates and deposits, prepare paperwork for overnight delivery to St. Louis, and process branch mail,
understand and be able to communicate different types of client accounts, navigate through the internal
systems and become familiar with their uses, complete internal training program through Scottrade
University, participate in team building activities within the branch, and become proficient with the Microsoft
Office Suite.
Accounting Assistant (Rosen Management Services)
Pay: $10/hr
Hours: 20-40 hours/week
Location: Chicago (Lincoln Ave)
The intern will assist with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Bank Reconciliations, year-end tax
preparation, corporate filing, audits, journal entries, monthly financial statements, and data entry. (Still
collecting resumes, but not actively hiring)
General Ledger and Project Accountant Intern (The Dubin Guru Group)
Pay: $12/hr (higher pay will be considered for candidates with previous experience in real estate accounting
environments)
Hours: 24-32 hours/week (between hours of 8:00-5; 6 months)
Location: Chicago
The intern will assist with processing invoices and performing AP; project related work; processing
QuickBooks transactions, GL and preparing financial statements; maintaining accounting records and
organizing files and folders in Accounting and Admin department; online file sharing and Dropbox file
management; and with daily mails, and front desk and receptionist functions. Candidates should have
experience with Internet, e-mails, and online file sharing; intermediate knowledge in MS Office mainly Excel
and Word; and experience real estate and legal environment is a plus.
BUSINESS/SALES
Front of House Manager (Entertainment Cruises)
Pay: $10.50/hour plus tips
Hours: 25-40 hours/week (12 weeks; preferred start date 5/15/17)
Location: Chicago (Cityfront Plaza Dr)
We are offering an Internship program from May 15, 2017 - August 20, 2017 that will provide students with
the opportunity to expand their knowledge in the field of hospitality and determine whether they would like to
pursue a career in the restaurant industry. A Front of House Internship gives you the chance to experience
various responsibilities within a restaurant; it is not limited to just one position. Your main role will be as a
Server Assistant, based on your increased skillset your schedule will also include hosting, receiving and
shadowing a Supervisor, Restaurant Manager, and Food & Beverage Directors. During that time, you will
also have the opportunity to work alongside an Event Coordinator and Human Resources Manager at our
corporate office. Increased work performance throughout your internship will allow you to take on more
responsibilities. Individuals who need to meet specific hour requirements will have the opportunity to
participate in Meet and Greets and additional Manager shadowing.
Sponsorship/Advertising Intern (Churchill Productions)
Pay: Commission
Hours: 10 –20 hrs/week (16 weeks; M-F business hours, some weekends)
Location: Northfield
Churchill Productions is experiencing a major growth spurt! Do you like to make money and do you like to
sell? We're in need of a few motivated, forward thinking individuals to add to our team. Background in
advertising, marketing, sponsorship preferred. Internship duties to include: creative in sponsorship/cross
promotion with small/large local brands & large national brands; cold calling and follow up with potential
sponsors; client/media relations; research and execution of new marketing ideas; and monitor marketing
campaigns. Interested individuals will need access to a computer, internet connectivity and use of a cell
phone. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is a must. Schedule must allow for some weekend hours and
flexibility. Interns are required to have a means of transportation available in order to attend in-person
meetings when necessary. Strong follow up skills required.
Account Developer Intern (State Farm Insurance Center)
Pay: $10-16/hour
Hours: 40 hours/week (lead to full-time agent)
Location: Park Ridge
The intern will: develop leads, solicit, and bind coverage for State Farm customers’ insurance and financial
service needs; establish customer relationships and follow up with them as needed; work with the agent to
establish and meet marketing goals; and use a customer-focused, needs-based approach to inform
customers about insurance and financial services options through State Farm.
ENA Foundation Coordinator (Emergency Nurses Association)
Pay: $10/hour
Hours: 10-20 hours/week (8-16 weeks)
Location: Des Plaines
The intern will: proactively monitor and manage the Foundation’s email box and the Foundation’s general
phone line; draft business correspondence, which may include letters, memos, and email; maintain an
organized system of tracking, monitoring and prioritizing tasks and projects; answer and/or field telephone
calls and communications and respond as appropriate; handle confidential and non-routine information with
sensitivity; and prepare meeting materials.
Sales Support Intern (Jordan Capital Finance)
Pay: $10/hour
Hours: 20 hours/week (8-16 weeks)
Location: Des Plaines
The intern will assist with lead management, pre-sales call research, sales, and CRM Administration.
Sales Consultant (iPromo)
Pay: 25% commission
Hours: 15-20 hours/week (either morning 8-12pm or afternoon 1-5pm; 2-12 months)
Location: Morton Grove
The intern will make outbound calls to leads that have requested pricing for our products; use your engaging
personality to deliver an upbeat, value focused, positive buying experience in order to close sales and
ensure repeat business; provide exciting new branding ideas to our customers to help them achieve their
marketing goals; help our prospects and customers have the event of a lifetime by providing the right
promotional items for that event; use a strategic contact strategy to make sure that our company stays top of
mind to our customers in order to generate business; and have consultative, business focused conversations
with existing customers to maintain current business and cross-sell new products.
HR Intern (UPS)
Pay: $14-16
Hours: 27.5 hours/week (hours between 9am-3pm; 16 weeks)
Location: Northbrook
Job Duties include (but are not limited to): recruiting, interviewing, employee relations, safety, reports,
record-keeping, orientation and training of new hires; flexibility to work a minimum of 20 hours per week
Monday-Friday; coordinating various programs; communicating company policies and procedures;
maintaining employee records and system's data; and assisting in investigations and conduct simple
research based on information requests from managers. The preferred candidate will be a current college
junior or senior pursuing a bachelors or master’s degree in the HR field is preferred (Human Resource
Management, Business, Organizational Behavior, and/or Communications).
Clerical Intern (Dental Auxiliary Placement Service)
Pay: $9-12
Hours: 10-20 hours/week (preferred Thursdays and Fridays; 8-16 weeks)
Location: Park Ridge
The intern will be Answering the telephone and fielding the calls (will be speaking with professional people
so must have good telephone skills), as well as doing some administrative tasks assigned to them from the
CEO. The intern will work in a team environment, and must have good computer skills.
Building & Inspection Services Division Intern (City of Evanston)
Pay: $11
Hours: 15-20 hours/week (16 weeks)
Location: Evanston
The intern will assist with record management (scanning and attaching documents to permit record, business
licensing, and housing rehab compliance), and provide customer services at permit counter desk.
Appropriate position for Business or Computer Applications for Business student.
Summer Intern (Eugene Matthews, Inc.)
Pay: $12-15/hr
Hours: 35-40 hours/week (12-15 weeks)
Location: Broadview
The intern will work with project managers and staff on a variety of projects, such as: set up and
administration; assistance creating promotional materials and presentations; obtaining permits (city, village,
etc); office and field support to define the scope of the project; take measurements; and update project
schedule. Candidates could be studying technology, business, engineering, communications, or related field.
Interns will be expected to use Word and Excel.
Research Assistant (Edward Detwiler & Assoc.)
Pay: $15/hr
Hours: 20+ hours/week (16 weeks, possibly longer; 9am-1pm, M-F, but possibly flexible)
Location: Park Ridge
The intern will research information about current products and values to be appraised and provide interface
with and translation for Japanese business counter-parts. Candidates should have business knowledge, as
well as knowledge of Japanese language and customs. Some knowledge/interest in medical equipment and
terminology would be helpful.
Real Estate Intern (Hawthorne Development Corporation)
Pay: $12/hr
Hours: 20 hours/week (16 weeks; preferred start immediate)
Location: Burr Ridge
The intern will organize the follow up campaign to current marketing campaign, as well as prospecting for
cross-selling opportunities.
Inside Sales Representative (TapeCase)
Pay: $12/hr
Hours: 10-20 hours/week (flexible; 12-16 weeks; preferred start mid-June)
Location: Elk Grove Village
The intern's responsibilities will cover a variety of sales oriented tasks including the creation and distribution
of marketing materials, preparation of sales collateral for meetings and trade shows and performing
outbound sales calls. The intern will also gain experience in the creation of new product proposals. As the
internship progresses the intern will also have the opportunity to compose emails, assemble projects and
have in-person interactions with customers.
Assistant to the City Manager (Parking Management Company)
Pay: $8/hr plus tips
Hours: 40 hours/week preferred (3-11pm; weekends required; 16 weeks; preferred start May)
Location: Evanston
The intern will assist with valet parking.
Customer Services Representative (Lam Insurance and Financial Services)
Pay: $10/hr
Hours: 20 hours/week
Location: Skokie
The intern will make outbound calls to prospective customers and take inbound calls from existing
customers.
Summer Intern (Pace Northwest Division)
Pay: $12/hr
Hours: 20-40 hours/week (8-10 weeks long)
Location: Des Plaines
The intern will perform all receptionist duties, including answering phones, fielding calls, meeting and
assisting general public with information, copies, checking identification, answering questions, routing calls,
filing, handling job applicants, handling incoming and outgoing mail, and handling the lost and found.
Candidates must possess secretarial skills, Microsoft Excel skills, and typing/work processing skills, as well
as have good work/school attendance history.
Customer Service Representative (Riddell Sports)
Pay: $15/hr
Hours: 40 hours/week (May-August)
Location: Rosemont
The intern will: assist with answering consumer inquiries by clarifying desired information, researching and
providing information; resolve issues by clarifying problems, exploring answers and alternative solutions and
implementing the best solution; enter order data; troubleshoot orders and shipping complications; and
research and resolves accounts receivable issues. Candidates must have excellent customer service skills
and be proficient with MS Office applications, primarily Excel and Outlook. These additional qualities are
desired: SAP experience, basic knowledge of sports and the associated equipment used with each individual
sport, and CRM experience (Customer Relationship Management).
Agency Associate (State Farm Randhurst Village)
Pay: $9-12/hour
Hours: 15-20 hrs/week (15-20 weeks; work days Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday)
Location: Mount Prospect
The Student will: learn Financial Services products and regulations; develop Consumer Service Skills;
become a license Insurance professional; learn goal setting, planning, and execution; gain interpersonal
confidence; and learn self-employment skills. Candidates can be studying Business, Accounting, Marketing,
Retail, Art, or Athletics. Interns will be trained in: Insurance, Banking, and Investment Products, State Of
Illinois Licensing, and Marketing.
Intern (Hudson Construction Service)
Pay: $8-12/hr
Hours: 20 hours/week (between 9am-4pm)
Location: Chicago (Milwaukee Ave)
The intern will help in the office and go to different job sites. The intern will answer phone calls and become
integrated with the business. The intern must have phone and computer skills and be able to use a laptop
while riding in a car.
Urban Planning and Community Development Intern (Dubin Consulting)
Pay: $15/hr
Hours: 20-24 hours/week (1 year, based on performance)
Location: Northbrook
We are looking for an intern with passion to learn and work in the following areas: Assisting the President
and his partner in entitlement process relating to property acquisitions - zoning, reviewing civil engineering,
title and survey reports; keeping track of deadlines for project due diligence; researching about various
communities, collecting local real estate market intelligence from housing and multi-family development point
of view; familiarity in using Costar /loopnet and assisting the senior management is identifying or collecting
information about properties; assisting senior management in getting properties certified by National Parks
Service as a Historic Landmark, Working closely with the Historic advisory firms assisting the company;
assisting the senior management in researching property locations ideal for incentives such Tax Increment
Financing (TIF) , QCT (qualified census tract), NMTC distressed area designation (New Market Tax Credits),
Energy efficiency incentives, etc. Preferred field of study/major and skill sets: Urban Planning and
Community Development, but could be any field such as Economics, Municipal affairs, etc. with focus on real
estate developments and community development.
Business Development (Creative Impact Group)
Pay: TBD
Hours: 10-20 hours/week (between hours of 9-5)
Location: Northbrook
Our established North Suburban nationwide corporate event/production/destination management company
seeks an enthusiastic, part time, experienced sales representative. We are looking for a great door opener to
contact new sales prospects through dedicated telemarketing and networking. This hourly plus commissionbased position requires the development of new leads as well as monitoring the progress of the sales
program through detailed reports. Fully supported with marketing materials, you will be contacting
companies, introducing them to our organization, determining their upcoming meeting, tradeshow and event
needs along with setting appointments for further information. We are looking for someone who is reliable,
with excellent communication and presentation skills. Candidate should be a dynamic, motivated and
enthusiastic individual with experience in sales or telemarketing. Students can have a background in Public
Relations, Advertising, Theater or the Arts.
Intern (Shred Spot)
Pay: $10
Hours: 4-10 hours/week (12-16 weeks)
Location: Northbrook
The intern will assist with administrative tasks, social media updating, sales calls via phone, and possibly
shredding and paper pickup at customer locations.
Sales Director Intern (The Move Corporation)
Pay: TBD
Hours: 18 hours/week (between hours of 10-5)
Location: Chicago (Laramie)
The intern must be excited about learning new technologies, have excellent communication skills and
comfortable speaking to customers. This position is an Associate level role, ideal for someone with 1 year
experience and willing to grow with the organization! Skills Needed: Business Development, Sales, Sales
Strategy and Management, Sales and Marketing, and Enterprise Sales. This position is different from any
other internships available. As a sales director intern if chosen we are looking to you to implement and help
build strategies with the executive team of M0VE to further the acquisition of partners. Initially a part time
position within the 2 month internship program (shorter than other internship programs) we quickly help
develop the sales director intern for a more permanent and full time position.
Customer Service Internship (Abt Electronics)
Pay: $10/hr
Hours: 20 hours/week
Location: Glenview
The intern will assist with everyday operations within our customer service department. More specifically, the
intern will learn to: provide courteous and accurate information to all customer needs, help answer all
questions and resolve problems, provide the best customer service and professionalism possible, and strive
to build and maintain quality customer service. Candidates who have retail customer service experience are
preferred. Candidates should have experience with Microsoft Office and excellent organization skills.
Candidates should be able to use MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.), and previous customer service experience
is a plus.
Project Finance Intern (Solar Micronics)
Pay: $10/hour
Hours: 20 hours/week
Location: Burr Ridge
The intern will research project finance opportunities in the renewable energy area (mainly solar energy),
different incentive programs of several states, locate opportunities for utility scale solar projects, get in touch
with companies providing project finance, prepare proformas for project finance. The intern will also learn the
techniques of financial analysis in the real estate industry as well.
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Jr. Production Intern (William Frick)
Pay: $9-12/hr
Hours: 20 hours/week (16 weeks)
Location: Libertyville
We are looking for a production intern with a design and print/production background to collaborate in project
development processes with the production team. The intern will gain experience in operating digital print,
lamination, and cutting equipment; learn how to set-up digital production files for manufacturing; create files
in Adobe CC. Learn ISO 9001:2008 Certified Processes; gain familiarity with multiple print technologies;
learn how to create press-ready production files in .pdf, .tif, .psd and .pcx format; and learn to read and
create engineering/CAD drawings for manufacturing. Candidates should be experienced in Adobe CS or CC
Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign or Quark Xpress. Training provided in wide format RIP and digital cutting
and plotting systems.
Graphic Artist/Marketing Intern (Done Deal Promotions)
Pay: $9/hr
Hours: 20-40 hours/week
Location: Morton Grove
The intern will be responsible for assisting with graphic art/design. Some projects will be simple logo recreation as vector art. Some projects will require design from scratch. Knowledge on separations for screen
printing would be a plus.
Graphic Design Intern (Maya Romanoff)
Pay: $11/hour
Hours: 24 hrs/weekly (12 weeks)
Location: Skokie
The intern will assist in creating visual solutions to promote the product line and to meet the branding and
financial goals of the company. Interface with all divisions of the company, and communicate with outside
vendors and manage outsourcing of design projects as necessary. Candidates should have knowledge of
Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office (especially Excel), Basecamp,
Constant Contact, Dropbox and Expression Engine. Knowledge of MAS would be helpful, but not required.
Graphic Designer/Social Media Intern (Bows Arts)
Pay: $9-12/hour
Hours: 10-20 hrs/weekly (between hours of 10am-2pm; 16 weeks)
Location: Glenview
The intern will assist with expanding and implanting our Social Media Strategy; designing mailers of hard
copy and direct emailing; as well as with photo editing, InDesign, Adobe Illustrator projects. The intern will
learn the business of a small design house and have opportunities to network in the Fashion Industry (esp.
children’s fashion).
Website/Graphic Designer (StructurePoint)
Pay: $10-15/hour
Hours: 10-40 hrs/weekly (flexible based on student)
Location: Skokie
The intern will plan and create consistent, high-quality graphics for marketing and media materials,
participate in website development projects including updating/maintenance of website, design new
webpages, and improve SEO, mobile optimization, and other things. Experience with HTML/CSS/Javascript
is a plus.
Graphics and Editing Intern (AAG)
Pay: $10/hr
Hours: 10-16 hrs/week (12-16 weeks or longer if desired)
Location: Arlington Heights
The AAG Intern is responsible for designing and editing graphics for web and mobile apps in addition to
miscellaneous tasks related to creating apps. This position will require interaction with project managers.
Training will be provided for open source CMS, custom mobile app management, project management tools
and Google apps for internal use.
Assistant (Zimmerman Enterprises/Signs Plus)
Pay: $9-12/hr
Hours: 20-30 hours/week (16 weeks)
Location: Des Plaines
Day to day duties will include aiding in the production of signage and vehicle graphics: using wide format
printers, laminating signs, applying lettering and prints to a variety of substrates, and wrapping a wide variety
of vehicles and surfaces. As an installer, you will work to ensure a high level of standards is maintained
regarding materials coming off the printer through the application process. Candidates must be able to lift 75
lbs and handle 60” x 120” materials. Experience with large prints, laminators, Roland printers, and Techno
Routers would be helpful.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
I.S. Intern (Maryville Academy)
Pay: $10
Hours: 10 – 15 hours/week (anytime from 7-3:30; 12 weeks)
Location: Skokie
This position will be divided 80% dedicated to researching OCR (optical character recognition) software that
will be integrated into our SharePoint 2013 portal environment. 20% that will be for managing I.S. help desk
tickets.
Website Development Intern (Choice Furnishings)
Pay: $10-12/hour
Hours: 10 – 20 hours/week (afternoons or evenings; 10-16 weeks)
Location: Skokie
The intern will: upload new marketing materials to website; add new section to website for new items; and
update existing website with new info and images. The intern will be expected to use: One & One, Go Daddy
website, and Microsoft Office. Candidates should be able to develop and update website independently with
limited instruction.
Software Developer Co-Op Internship (Mitsubishi Electric Automation)
Pay: TBD
Hours: 20 (flexible)
Location: Vernon Hills
The intern will assist in developing software application solutions utilizing Application Programming Interface
(e.g. MTConnect Adapters/Agents/Software apps, CNC interface solutions, PLC, etc.) to help secure new
business for licensing and installation; help our team develop software solutions using C++, .Net, HTML,
XML; document the processes and procedures at a level that installers and users of the developed code can
understand and implement; research competitive technologies in order to develop alternative technical
solutions; and conduct application testing and simulation to prove out the code and hardware connectivity.
IT Intern (Village of Northbrook)
Pay: $10/hour
Hours: TBD (between hours of 8am-5pm)
Location: Northbrook
The intern will assist with Projects supporting our Information Technology department. Computer setup, help
desk, basic network administration, other duties according to interest/capability of intern.
Website Developer Internship (JensenIT, Inc)
Pay: $9/hour
Hours: 15 – 20 hours/week
Location: Des Plaines
JensenIT is a leading information technology company seeking a talented web developer intern to assist in
backend/frontend management and creation of new websites and ongoing maintenance for existing sites.
The successful candidate will be a self-starter, creative, and must have experience with web design and
development (minimum 1 year experience) with knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, and MySQL.
Additional consideration for candidates with skills in Graphic Arts (PhotoShop, Illustrator) and/or Copywriting
(blogs, newsletters). Intern will also assist in Email Marketing initiatives and Social Media. The successful
candidate will be able to use our websites as a showcase for his/her resume and personal portfolio and may
even find their new career.
IT Coordinator (StructurePoint)
Pay: $10-15/hour
Hours: 10-40 hrs/weekly (flexible based on student)
Location: Skokie
The intern will participate in development and maintenance of critical business assets, help develop disaster
recovery plan and work to put in safeguards ensuring data retention and 24/7 uptime, assist users with
desktop support, and document procedures, processes, and systems. Microsoft certification a plus.
IT Help Desk Intern (Nahshon Development)
Pay: $10-12/hr
Hours: 20 hours/week (between hours of 8-5; 12 weeks)
Location: Chicago (Cicero Ave)
We are seeking computer savvy students to assist a small office with basic computer issues, cloud
computing, and cloud collaboration tasks. Candidates should have some coursework and experience with
A+ and Microsoft Network. The intern must be capable of independently learning and must have been
exposed to at least small office computerized and basic cloud collaboration environment. The intern will be
expected to use QuickBooks, Microsoft Outlook, MS Office mainly Excel, Word and PowerPoint, Dropbox,
and Google drive.
MANUFACTURING/ENGINEERING/CAD/ ETC.
Supplier Development Engineering Intern (MCI)
Pay: $12-17/hour
Hours: 10-15 hrs/week (flexible; start date Oct ‘16)
Location: Des Plaines
The intern will consolidate rejects and shipment data/stats from the top 100 suppliers at MCI, review all stats
with the SDE team internally and communicate with suppliers’ top management on a monthly basis (by
creating/formatting this date into letters and sending those letters to all 100 suppliers). Candidates should
have advanced excel (data filtering and manipulation) skills, basic statistics knowledge, and the ability to
work with remote location teams.
New Product Development Intern (MCI)
Pay: $15/hour
Hours: 20 hrs/week (flexible; start date Oct ‘16)
Location: Des Plaines
The intern will support our ongoing prototypes and work closely with the Design Engineers to produce clear
work instructions that will enable our techniques to carry out the prototype tasks. The intern must be able to
write simple instructions, work closely with techniques on prototypes, write progress reports, be able to read
and understand electrical schematics, and have experience utilizing CAD programs.
Product Development Engineering Intern (William Frick)
Pay: $9-12/hour
Hours: 15 hrs/week (12-16 weeks)
Location: Libertyville
The intern will assist Product Development engineers with testing, data collection, and data reporting. In
addition to testing, the intern may assist with product design, material selection, engineering drawing
creation, and hand building prototypes.
CAD Draftsman (Chicago Booth Manufacturing)
Pay: $11/hour
Hours: Flexible
Location: Chicago
The intern will be responsible for drafting products in CAD and working with the CNC department.
Candidates should have exceptional 2D and 3D Design skills and be able to make assembled component
drawings (portfolio required).
Service Technician Intern (Windy City Motorcycle Group)
Pay: $9-10/hour
Hours: approx. 20 hrs/week (summer)
Location: St. Charles
The tech will perform service, repair, and customization for customers and/or company owned motorcycles,
request parts from parts department, and help maintain cleanliness of service area.
Lab Tech Internship (UL)
Pay: $11/hr
Hours: 40 hours/week (8-12 weeks; start May 23 or June 6 preferred)
Location: Northbrook
The intern will assist lab team in determining project scope, developing a preliminary plan of testing, and
verifying project specifications such as test time and sample requirements; assist in communication with
engineers to discuss technical issues, explain test procedures and requirements, and negotiate completion
date; coordinate laboratory activities by reviewing data sheets and instructions to technicians, scheduling
and reviewing lab work engineering project handlers; communicate project status and results to engineers;
apply varied and moderately complex clerical procedures, methods, and techniques to support business
functions and processes; assist the laboratory team with various projects or special tasks as needed such as
building and/or adapting laboratory setup and test equipment for laboratory tests, examining test samples,
reading measuring instruments and reviewing test data with supervisor or other laboratory professionals;
assist in recording observed or calculated data on appropriate data sheets and in preparing reports, typing
documents, and filing; create customer letters; operate designated machines that may include furnaces,
ovens, hydraulic equipment, electrical test equipment, temperature measuring devices, tensile testers,
analytical balances, meters, hand tools, and special laboratory equipment as directed; assist with
assembling and/or disassembling test setups as well as conducting standardized tests; and read and
interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams and operational instructions.
Service Technician (Omet Americas)
Pay: $12/hour
Hours: 20 hrs/week (12-16 weeks; possible start Nov; flexible based on student)
Location: Des Plaines
The Service Technician supports our customers both from the office (through phone, emails and remote
connection to the machine) and at customer site. The intern will need to speak with clarity and confidence,
take responsibility for both their work and the work of others, address problems head-on, and most
importantly collaborate with the technical department in Italy. The intern will have the opportunity to travel to
clients' locations within the US together with more experienced technicians. The intern might have the
opportunity to travel to our main production facility in Italy and learn/see all our production process.
AutoCAD Specialist (StructurePoint)
Pay: $10-15/hour
Hours: 10-40 hrs/week (16 weeks; possible start Nov; flexible based on student)
Location: Skokie
The AutoCAD Specialist will create and/or update a wide array of AutoCAD drawings found in various pieces
of our media, develop solutions to technical and design problems following established standards, assist
engineers in updating standards, and check accuracy of engineering problems. Other responsibilities will be
tailored for the individual skill-set of the intern.
Engineering Intern (NanoAl)
Pay: $12-18/hour
Hours: 20- 40 hrs/week (12 weeks; possibility for extension)
Location: Skokie
The intern will asst the engineering team in design and development of novel metallic alloys. This will include
literature study, use of database, and modeling technique to design the proper composition, producing labscale ingots through casting, heat-treatment, and any post-processing of the alloys such as rolling. The
intern will also assist in preparation and characterization of metallographic samples using optical and
scanning electron microscopes, and perform mechanical properties testing of the samples utilizing
micohardness tests and tensile or comprehension tests.
MARKETING/ PR
Marketing Intern (MCI)
Pay: TBD
Hours: 10-20 hrs/week (preferred start date: Oct ‘16)
Location: Des Plaines
The intern will assist the marketing team with ongoing projects and campaigns, such as the creation of
signage, circulars, mock-ups, and e-mail campaigns and the execution of trade shows. The intern should be
prepared to work in a fast-paces team environment, and will finish the internship having gained broad
experience in various aspects of marketing.
Marketing Intern (Chicago ORT Technical Institute)
Pay: $10
Hours: 10 hrs/week (16 weeks, opportunity for extension)
Location: Skokie
The intern will collaborate with the office of admissions on recruitment marketing efforts; coordinate strategic
communication with admissions team through brainstorming; contribute innovative ideas and synthesizing
marketing concepts; write comprehensive marketing campaigns and tracking their success with
measurement and outcomes assessments; work with the team to create a brand identity to establish ORT as
a high quality post-secondary educational option; build marketing campaigns around specific technical
programs showcasing the skills sought out in today's job market; and manage our online presence, the
website and social media.
Fall/Winter Entertainment Marketing and Production (Churchill Productions)
Pay: UNPAID
Hours: 10 –20 hrs/week (M-F business hours, some weekends)
Location: Northfield
Churchill Productions is experiencing a major growth spurt! We're in need of a few motivated, forward
thinking individuals to add to our team. Background in advertising, marketing, sponsorship preferred. Learn
the ins and outs of putting on music concerts, marketing musical artists and working with venues. Internship
will include varying duties in all departments, including: research shows, venues, events for cities/states on a
national level; compile reports; monitor marketing campaigns; miscellaneous marketing tasks based on
necessity; spreadsheet/list maintenance; production work at shows; design work; website updating; social
networking; and client/media relations. Interested individuals will need access to a computer and internet
connectivity. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is a must (knowledge of HTML and Photoshop is a
plus). Schedule MUST allow for weekend hours and flexibility. Interns are required to have a means of
transportation available in order to attend and assist in shows.
Student Assistant (State Farm Insurance – Randhurst Village)
Pay: $9-13/hour
Hours: 15 – 25 hrs/week (afternoons/evenings until 7pm and Saturdays)
Location: Mount Prospect
The intern will assist with Digital Marketing (Internet, Facebook, and Twitter). Candidates should be studying
either Marketing, Business, or Computer Science. Students will be trained in: Personal & Business
Insurance, State Of Illinois Insurance Licensing, Small Business Marketing Activities/Strategies, and Media
Marketing Campaigns.
Marketing and Communications Intern (Nimlock Chicago)
Pay: $10/hour
Hours: 10 – 12 hrs/week
Location: Des Plaines
The intern will assist with creating content in multiple formats, including but not limited to blog posts, case
studies, webinars, infographics, and white papers; research and keeping up-to-date with industry trends,
making recommendations for new initiatives; the creation of marketing promotions and campaigns, including
promotional e-mail blasts, social postings, and direct mailers; developing company's social media presence
through existing channels such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest; and creating and maintaining
targeted marketing lists. The Intern will work closely with Marketing Coordinator on content strategy, editorial
calendar, and will be trained on marketing-related software such as HootSuite (social media management
tool), Act-On (email marketing software), and WordPress (website hosting platform). Candidates should be
pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or related area of study; experience with
graphic design software and video editing a plus, but not required. Candidate must demonstrate a solid
understanding of social media and have strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Social Media Coordinator (Eliot’s Complete Auto Repair)
Pay: $9-13/hour
Hours: Flexible
Location: Chicago (Lincoln Ave)
The intern will set up the shop on social media and train the owner on how to use it.
Sponsorship/Advertising Intern (Churchill Productions)
Pay: Commission
Hours: 10 – 20 hrs/week (flexible; start May 2016)
Location: Northbrook
Internship duties to include: creative in sponsorship/cross promotion with small/large local brands & large
national brands; cold calling and follow up with potential sponsors; client/Media relations; research and
execution of new marketing ideas; and monitor marketing campaigns.
Digital Marketing Internship (JensenIT, Inc)
Pay: $9.00 /hour
Hours: 15 – 20 hrs/week
Location: Des Plaines
We are looking to work with you! JensenIT is a leading information technology company seeking a talented
digital marketing coordinator to assist in digital advertising, SEO, Newsletters, Blogs, Events, third-party
marketing, and maintenance of our existing web sites. The successful candidate will be a self-starter,
creative, and must have some knowledge of web development (HTML, CSS, etc.) and writing marketing
material. Additional consideration for candidates with skills in Graphic Arts (PhotoShop, Illustrator) and/or
Copywriting (blogs, newsletters). Intern will also assist in Email Marketing initiatives and Social Media. The
successful candidate will be able to use our websites as a showcase for his/her resume and personal
portfolio and may even find their new career.
Marketing Intern (Wax On Wax Off Auto Detail)
Pay: UNPAID
Hours: 20 hrs/weekly (16 weeks)
Location: Northbrook
The intern will assist in creating business to business relationships to promote the continuous expansion and
branding strategy; preparing and making cold calls to all B2B potentials; compiling contact information and
setup initial key collaborative alliance meetings; following-up with partners to execute respective plans of
action to increase sales and awareness; assisting outside marketing firm in developing press releases;
compiling information for mailings and assist in the design and completion of the dealership newsletters;
developing social media network sites and website maintenance; and with large events such as the Chicago
Auto Show.
Marketing Intern (Maya Romanoff)
Pay: $11/hour
Hours: 24 hrs/weekly (12 weeks)
Location: Skokie
The intern will assist the Marketing Manager with press outreach, on-line/social media updating, the
development of marketing materials, calendar maintenance, website updating, and sample collateral.
Candidates should have an understanding of Adobe Creative Cloud programs, Photoshop, Illustrator,
InDesign, Bridge and Microsoft Office. Knowledge of email marketing platforms a plus.
Marketing Intern (Motor Coach Industries)
Pay: UNPAID
Hours: 12 hours/week
Location: Des Plaines
The intern will assist with general administrative duties, social media duties, and Graphic Design tasks, as
well as attend regional events.
Marketing, PR, Graphic Design Intern (Concept Schools)
Pay: UNPAID
Hours: 10-20 hours/week (preferred hours of 9-12, or 1-5)
Location: Des Plaines
The intern will assist with graphic design, public relations, and marketing tasks. Tasks may include: postcard,
poster, large banner, brochure and AD designs; website banners and email designs; logos; informational
booklets; annual report booklets; posts on social media (Facebook, twitter, LinkedIn); event planning;
website management; and monthly newsletters. The intern will work in Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator,
utilizing Mac and/or PCs.
Photo Booth Specialist (Photo Booth Time)
Pay: $15-18
Hours: 10-20 hours/week
Location: Lincolnwood
The intern will work in many areas within the company such as marketing, communicating with event
coordinators, clients, employees, work at events and design work. The intern will be in communicating with
clients, event coordinators, the graphics team and management to ensure goals have been defined and met.
The intern will work with both Mac and Window computers and use design software and photo booth
software. The training process will sample all positions within the company. Each event will entail 4-6 hours
of service and each photo strip templates of 15 minutes to 1 hour. Minimum of 10 hours a week.
Social Media Internship (Creative Impact Group)
Pay: TBD
Hours: 10-20 hours/week (between hours of 9-5)
Location: Northbrook
The Social Media & Research Intern will play an active role in the development of our online presence.
Under the supervision of the President & Account Manager, the intern will maintain our presence on various
social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest accounts) and help create and publish
content that is relevant to our client base, as well as responds to posts or comments to bring value to user’s
interactions with Creative Impact Group. He/she will regularly analyze and report on the activity on social
media networks as well as our website. He/she will also assist in additional lead research coming from leads
generated through the social media platforms. The intern will learn how to reach communities, and promote
events or programs through the internet and gain experience in social media platforms and the tools used to
assess their performance.
Business/Marketing Coordinator (StructurePoint)
Pay: $10-15/hour
Hours: 10-40 hrs/weekly (flexible based on student)
Location: Skokie
The intern will market and promote StructurePoint engineering software to engineers in the construction
industry by developing and implementing marketing and advertising campaigns; track sales data; maintain
promotional materials inventory; plan meetings and trade shows; maintain databases; prepare informational
reports, and collaborate with sales team to meet/exceed projected goals.
Hands-On Integrated Marketing Intern (BL Promos)
Pay: TBA
Hours: 20 hours/week
Location: Northbrook
The intern will learn integrated marketing concepts throughout all our branding techniques, for Bruce
Lawrence, as well as for our client base. The intern will utilize various graphic skills to produce and send eblasts to a select niche market in order to enable mass communication media information, and will follow up
via phone and email. The intern will also research for various clients and their target market needs, make
outside sales calls to existing and new clients, occasionally perform invoicing and purchase ordering for
clients, and conduct various internal office procedures. Interns will be expected to use Microsoft Outlook,
Word, and Excel.
Operations Intern (Sliding Doors of Chicago)
Pay: $11/hr
Hours: 20-25 hours/week (16 weeks)
Location: Evanston
We are seeking an intern with knowledge of Marketing and Advertising and with strong Social Media,
communication, and organizational skills. The intern must be detail-oriented and able to perform and
complete various tasks in a timely manner. The intern will coordinate/assist with special projects as needed,
and need problem solving skills in order to support clients and company employees. Candidates must be
knowledgeable in Microsoft Products.
Solar Marketing Intern (Solar Micronics)
Pay: $10/hour
Hours: 20 hours/week
Location: Burr Ridge
The intern will prepare marketing brochures, research lead generation companies for solar leads, write
proposals for solar projects, follow up on leads, procure solar customers, research social media for
promotion of solar installations, and carry out promotional programs on social media for the company. We
are looking for bright students from any field with a strong sales/marketing aptitude, preferably versatile in
the modern promotional methods using the internet.
Tech Sales/Marketing (StructurePoint)
Pay: $10-15/hour
Hours: 10-40 hrs/weekly
Location: Skokie
We are searching for a sales and marketing oriented e-commerce techie who can assist the general
manager in daily operations, such as tech sales, support, marketing, licensing, and servicing published
software programs. We also need assistance in the field of writing proposals, grants, standards, and
manuals.
MEDIA/COMMUNICATIONS JOURANALISM/ ARTS/THEATRE/EDUCATION
Blog Developer (Marcia Zuckerman/www.acrackinthefoundation.com)
Pay: $15/hour
Hours: 6 hrs/week
Location: Skokie
The intern will assist with the technical aspects of maintaining a Wordpress blog and social media marketing
for a published poetry and prose writer. Candidates should have experience with Wordpress and common
social media. Familiarity with Adobe InDesign a plus but not necessary. This project will develop marketing
skills for the intern in the arts.
Promotions Intern (Cumulus Chicago, Home of 97.9 The Loop /101WKQX, 89 WLS, and 94.7 WLS)
Pay: Unpaid
Hours: 15-25 hrs/week (Summer interns: Mid-May-August; Fall interns: Mid-August-December 2016)
Location: Chicago
Interns will assist with the execution and preparation of all on-air and online promotions, as well as assist at
on-site promotional events. The interns will help with the execution of marketing initiatives for our stations
and our clients. One exciting new addition to our internship is the rights to broadcast the White Sox games
starting this Spring & going on all summer, and eventually the Chicago Bulls during the fall internship
season. This will allow for new experiences working sports-related events! In addition to our first season of
White Sox events for the summer and Bulls in the fall, there will be some repeat ones we look forward to
every year! This includes PIQNIQ, Lollapalooza, Loopfest, and Riot Fest to mention a few! It will be such a
great semester to learn about radio and marketing!
Fire Science/EMS Program Intern (Oakton Community College Fire Science-Emergency Medical
Technician Program)
Pay: $12-15
Hours: 24 hrs/week (6-9 months; preferred start date ASAP)
Location: Des Plaines
The intern will assist with creating and implementing program policies, guidelines, operating procedures,
lesson plans, marketing strategies, and online marketing strategies (Webpage, Twitter, Instagram, and
Facebook). The intern may work closely with assigned Program Coordinator, Lead Instructors, Secondary
instructors/Assistants, and Mentors in the daily planning and implementing of lesson plans in morning
academic core classes. This may involve assisting small groups of students, correcting homework,
occasionally leading lessons, preparing materials, and other teaching related duties. The intern will assist
with Statistic Qualitative & Quantitative reporting on several factors of academic performance from previous
students, instructors, IDPH/NREMT successful completion rates. More experienced program interns may
also lead morning academic core classes with the aid of another teaching staff. The intern would be
responsible for lesson planning and implementation, classroom management and creating an effective team
teaching environment with the other teaching staff. The intern will co-lead advising groups, working to create
a positive environment for sharing issues during the 16 week program. Program Interns are required to
complete a number of end of summer student evaluations pertaining to students they have come in contact
with over the semester. Program Intern lead in afternoon activities and offerings. This includes planning,
leading and securing materials needed to conduct these activities. Some Administrative Assistant duties,
such as e-mailing, photocopying, scanning/faxing, MS Office utilization, and webpage building. Must be able
to provide own transportation to several campus locations, additionally to be available, present, and on-time
for projects/activities listed above, additionally any related conferences, meetings, and workshops.
MEDICAL BILLING/BIO-MEDICAL/PHYSICAL SCIENCES/ NANOTECHNOLOGY
Medical Billing Intern (GK Medical Management)
Pay: $9-12
Hours: 20 hrs/week (16 weeks)
Location: Winnetka
The intern will assist with billing medical services using our Centricity software and will follow up claims with
insurance companies.
QA Technician (Weber Flavors)
Pay: $9-111
Hours: 25-30 hrs/week (12-16 weeks; preferred start date June 1)
Location: Wheeling
Internship will be in the Quality Lab. Duties would include performing bench top tests such as pH, Specific
Gravity, Brix, Water Activity, Moisture, and Viscosity. Other laboratory duties may include setting up flavor
samples for taste testing, labeling raw materials, and organizing retention samples. Position is in a food
manufacturing facility - closed toed shoes, no jewelry, and a hairnet/beard net are required. Facility follows
FDA GMP rules. Candidates could be studying biology, chemistry, food science, or a related field.
Fitness Coach (Tone Up Inc)
Pay: $9
Hours: 10 hrs/week (8 weeks; preferred start date ASAP)
Location: Park Ridge
The intern will run an exercise class or personal training session. They will also greet and schedule a
complimentary class or personal training session with walk in customers or phone inquiries.
Solar Projects Intern (Solar Micronics)
Pay: $12
Hours: 20 hrs/week (16 weeks minimum; preferred start date ASAP)
Location: Burr Ridge
The intern will research different state, federal, and local incentives for energy efficiency and clean power
generation (principally solar power) for the states of Illinois, Wisconsin, and Texas; learn about energy
saving principles, LED lights and their efficiencies, and solar power; prepare solar proposals for companies
to save on energy costs; and follow up with firms on solar projects. No particular field of study is required, but
we prefer a ‘topper in their class,’ with a strong GPA, and a strong aptitude toward learning clean energy
principals.
NON-PROFIT/ HUMAN SERVICES/ MUSEUM STUDIES/
Various Internships (The Chicago Council on Global Affairs)
Pay: Unpaid
Hours: 15 hours/week
Location: Chicago
Numerous positions are available in a variety of specialties, such as communications, development, global
food and agriculture, office of the president, programs, and studies. For more information, please visit
https://thechicagocouncil.org/about/internships
Marketing Internship (Northwest Suburban College)
Pay: Unpaid
Hours: 10-20 hours/week
Location: Rolling Meadows
Interns with NWSC get a unique marketing experience. Working with the Marketing Coordinator, our interns
will design and implement marketing, advertising and social media campaigns to diverse groups. Our unpaid
interns build relationships with community organizations and local media to broaden awareness and educate
potential students about the programs offered at the college. This is a great opportunity for a college student
to gain experience in a comfortable and professional environment emphasizing marketing and management.
Responsibilities are to: develop and design promotional marketing materials; design, develop and implement
a marketing and advertising campaign; and develop and implement social media strategies. Candidates
must be a current student majoring in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
Intern (Chicago Humanities Festival)
Pay: Unpaid
Hours: 14-21 hrs/week (3-9 months; preferred start of July 2016)
Location: Chicago
Various positions, such as Marketing, Development, Programming, Production, and Web/Multi-Media. CHF
internships are project-based and vary based on the program cycle and needs of the organization. While all
intern projects involve inter-departmental collaboration, each intern project has a specific construction. For
more information, please visit chicagohumaities.org or contact Oakton’s Internship Coordinator.
Communications/Social Media Intern (Ezra-Habonism The Niles Township Jewish Congregation)
Pay: Unpaid
Hours: 10 hrs/week (16 weeks)
Location: Skokie
The intern will: generate and update website content; generate and update Facebook and other social media
content; suggest and implement synagogue presence on new social media sites; assist with email
communications; help plan and implement website changes and functional improvements; and monitor
website analytics. Candidates should be computer literate and understanding of basic web technologies;
familiar with using content management back-end; have previous experience of website or e-commerce; and
understand Google Analytics. A personal laptop required; work can be a combination of on-premise and offpremise.
Volunteer Courthouse Navigator (Legal Self-Help Center)
Pay: Unpaid
Hours: Fridays 9:30-12:30
Location: Rolling Meadows
Volunteers work one-on-one with clients to connect them with free legal information and documents. No legal
background is required and training will be provided. As passion for the community, a desire to help
individuals self-actualize, basic computer proficiency, and some college background required!
Chicago Children’s Museum
Pay: Unpaid
Hours: 15-20 hrs/week, min 200 hours/3 month commitment
Location: Chicago (Navy Pier)
A variety of positions available: Partner Research, Arts and Culture Intern, and Special Events Intern. More
information can be found on: http://www.chicagochildrensmuseum.org/index.php/about/student-internships
POLITICAL/GOVERNMENT
Congressional Internships (Office of Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky)
Pay: unpaid
Hours: 10-15 hrs/week (3 month commitment)
Location: Glenview
The intern will: respond to constituent requests; assist with special projects; attend meetings and events;
conduce constituent casework; answer telephones; research information and produce material helpful to
constituents; enter data and work on computers; and write constituent correspondence.
Campaign Internship (Kirk Campaign for State Senate)
Pay: unpaid and paid internships (for those who qualify) available
Hours: flexible
Location: Des Plaines (other locations also available)
We are looking for high energy, hard-working, proactive, community and student leaders interested in
helping the campaign for the U.S. Senate Seat. Benefits include: service hours, letters of recommendation,
resume builder, stepping stone to a career in politics, and opportunity for paid internships and other paid
positions.
Field Organizer Intern (Friends for Marty Moylan for State Representative)
Pay: $13/hr
Hours: 12-32 hrs/week (6-16 weeks)
Location: Des Plaines
Help a northwest suburban Democratic candidate running for state representative in a highly competitive
race by serving as a field organizer intern. Our field organizing interns will walk door-to-door to help garner
support for our candidate, and help the campaign with other forms of voter outreach. If you are interested in
a possible future career in politics, then a local grassroots campaign is the best place to gain experience.
Campaign Internship (Mel Thillens for State Senate)
Pay: Paid and Unpaid opportunities
Hours: TBD
Location: 28th District (Schaumburg, Des Plaines, Park Ridge, Elk Grove Village, etc.)
Interns will assist with campaign strategy, voter outreach, event coordination, traditional and social media,
and other administrative tasks. Interns will be exposed to important policy issues facing the state of Illinois
and will have the opportunity to work directly with Mel Thillens and other top campaign staff members.
Campaign Internship (Laura Murphy for State Senate)
Pay: Unpaid
Hours: 12-40 hrs/week
Location: Chicagoland
Laura Murphy for State Senate (IL-28) is now accepting applications for our
Spring/Summer 2016 Internship and Fellowship Programs. Our interns and fellows get hands-on campaign
experience on one of the most competitive state senate races in the country and play a critical role in
supporting our field, finance, political, communications and digital teams. Our selective full time fellowships
(15-40 hrs/week) are geared towards college juniors, seniors and recent graduates. Fellows will work closely
with our senior staff, and propose and spearhead their own projects. Our part time internships (12-18
hrs/week) are open to high school and college students as well as recent graduates. Interns work in teams to
support both our field and finance teams and learn the ins and outs of fundraising as well as grassroots
organizing. No previous campaign experience is required. Applicants must be: passionate about electing
Democrats; energetic and hardworking; detail-oriented and able to multi-task; and able to thrive in a fastpaced campaign environment.
Campaign Internship (Marty Durkan Campaign)
Pay: Unpaid
Hours: 15 hrs/week
Location: Chicago
Seeking campaign interns for the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Campaign for
a Commissioner vacancy. Interns can assist as Finance interns (raising, collecting, and managing donation)
or as Political/Field Interns (expanding a grassroots support network through recruitment and event
planning). Candidates must be well-organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, have a positive attitude, have
knowledge of Excel and Word, and preferably have experience with NGP and Votebuilder.
Fall Intern (Nancy Rotering for Congress)
Pay: Unpaid
Hours: 10-15 hrs/week (14-16 weeks; preferred start date of 8/26/15)
Location: Highland Park
The ideal intern will work with various teams to fundraise, market, and support Nancy Rotering’s candidacy.
They will gain a hands-on learning experience, build their resume, receive a mentorship, make a difference,
and be a part of a passionate team. While working in the office, interns will learn interpersonal skills,
planning and organization skills, and problem-solving skills, as well as learning about politics and campaigns
from a first-hand perspective.