Job Title: Communications Intern
Department: External Affairs
Position Description: The intern will assist the unit with media relations, communications (including internal) and some digital projects.
Duties/Requirements: The intern will have strong written and oral communications skills, with the ability to assist in juggling multiple projects while managing independent projects from start to finish. The intern will have the ability to meet deadlines, often with quick turnaround times. The intern will be detail-oriented and have an interest in the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office and criminal justice reform. The intern will possess strong interpersonal and research skills. The intern will have an appetite for news. Projects will vary in scope including but not limited to external affairs and digital communications projects, including data-entry, research and maintenance of information. Other duties as assigned.
Working Environment and Reporting Structure: The External Affairs Unit oversees the communications for the Cook County State’s Attorney office.
Minimum Qualifications: Must be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate school program with a preference for degrees majoring in communications or journalism, public policy, marketing or law. The intern must have excellent communication skills and willingness to collaborate with the individuals in the unit and accept feedback. The intern must be highly motivated and reliable. Must uphold the mission, vision, and values of the Office at all times.
Contact: To apply, please submit:
- Resume and cover letter
- Internship application found https://www.cookcountystatesattorney.org/sites/default/files/files/documents/new_law_clerk_application_2017_0.pdf
- Statement of interest detailing desire to work for the CCSAO
- Three writing samples that showcase your ability to analyze and communicate complex topics into “everyday speak”
- Two letters of recommendation
Note: Prior to selection for the position, the candidate may be asked to submit to a writing test
Please forward the aforementioned documents to Shawn Eddings Levesque at saointerns@cookcountyil.gov for consideration. Applications are ongoing, please specificy what semester you are applying for.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) is an equal opportunity employer, which seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The CCSAO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request, the CCSAO will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals due to a disability or pregnancy.
