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Internships with The Chicago Council

The Chicago Council on Global Affairs offers undergraduate juniors and seniors the chance to learn about our organization and participate in a variety of duties associated with ongoing projects through internships.  While intern responsibilities vary, tasks may include researching prospective speakers, donors, studies, and corporate members, writing communications, assisting in the development of marketing/program materials, audience and outreach development, administrative duties (filing, faxing, data entry, preparing mailings, assembling program/meeting materials), assisting at Council events, and other projects as assigned.

With more than 150 programs and events every year, The Chicago Council delivers a diverse and balanced spectrum of programming related to international relations, global issues, and U.S. foreign policy.  Interns are welcome to attend Council events at no cost for the duration of their internships.  Note:  Programs are held from after Labor Day through June 30.

Internship opportunities are available in the following areas:

  • Public and Leadership Programs and Global Chicago Center
  • Corporate Program
  • Major gifts/fundraising
  • Studies
  • Marketing
  • Corporate Relations
  • Membership, registration, and database maintenance

To qualify, students must have an academic major or personal interest in international affairs; possess excellent research, writing, and verbal communications skills; be detail oriented with strong organizational abilities; and have knowledge of Microsoft Office.  Interns are asked to commit a minimum of 15 hours per week.  While internships are unpaid, the Council does offer limited travel reimbursement to and from the office.

To apply, please click on the “Apply Now” link below to complete the online form and post your cover letter (specifying dates and hours of availability), resume, and a two-page writing sample as a Word document.  You can also mail your documents to the address below.  APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER INTERNSHIPS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED.  EEO

Human Resources
The Chicago Council on Global Affairs
332 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1100
Chicago, Illinois 60604-4416

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The Chicago Council on Global Affairs
332 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1100; Chicago, Illinois 60604-4416
Phone: (312)726-3860  Fax: (312) 821-7555