Administrative Services Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

Note

To ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process, our Foundation Staff and Board do not host preliminary conversations with applicants outside of our standard interview process.

Position

• Administrative Services Intern - Summer 2027
• Reports to: Manager, Administrative Services
• Location: Chicago, IL
• Duration: June 8 - August 11, 2027

Compensation

Paid Internship (Hourly rates will start at $22.00/hour)

About Administrative Services and Office of the Building

The Administrative Services team oversees workplace services, corporate travel, visitor services, emergency preparedness, and other programs that support the Foundation's day-to-day operations. The Office of the Building manages the operation, maintenance, tenant services, and long-term sustainability of the Marquette Building. Together, the teams provide a safe, welcoming, and well-run environment for employees, tenants, and visitors.

Responsibilities may include

• Contribute to projects involving workplace services, corporate travel, emergency preparedness, internal communications, employee engagement, and process improvement.
• Translating workplace policies and procedures into clear, engaging content. * Develop short training videos or reels on topics such as business travel, emergency evacuations, sustainability, and workplace resources.
• Assist with research, concept development, scriptwriting, coordinating participants, filming, and editing.
• Collaborate with the Office of the Building on sustainability initiatives, including evaluating potential pathways toward LEED certification and helping identify practical next steps.
• Additional assignments will reflect building priorities and may include accessibility initiatives, capital projects, tenant improvements, leasing, tenant relations, and analysis of building operations and performance.

Qualifications

• Must be a rising sophomore, junior, or senior student.
• Interest in business administration, workplace operations, facilities management, sustainability, communications, or a related field.
• Strong organizational, communication, customer-service, and problem-solving skills.
• Creativity and an interest in developing short videos and other educational content.
• Ability to collaborate across teams, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with video editing, graphic design, or digital storytelling is helpful but not required.

Additional information

This internship is based in Chicago, Illinois. The Administrative Services work environment is hybrid with four designated in-office days and one virtual day. Interns will be required to reside in the Chicagoland area for the duration of the program. Housing assistance for non-local students may be available and will be discussed during the interview process.

Application Process

The application deadline is MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2026 AT 11:59 PM CST. Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume. As a requirement, students " must be returning back to school " to be eligible.