CHA Student Internship Program for College Students

The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) Summer Internship Program is an 8-week program that is designed to provide opportunities for college students (both undergraduate and graduate) to participate in a professional environment, building workplace skills and gaining valuable experience in preparation for future employment.

Program dates: June 17 - August 9, 2024 (Dates subject to change)

Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (40 hours per week excluding holidays)

Compensation: $15.80 per hour

The CHA is seeking applicants for the Summer Internship Program who meet the following qualifications:

• Currently enrolled as active students in good standing at an accredited college or university for the academic year 2024-2025.
• Maintaining a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or above as an undergraduate and 2.5 or above if in graduate school.
• Skilled and proficient in Microsoft Office computer applications: MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Majoring in any of the following or related subject areas:
  • Accounting
  • Architectural Studies
  • Business Administration
  • Computer/ Information Technology
  • Economics / Finance
  • Engineering
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Public Policy
  • Social Work
  • Urban Planning

First preference is given to CHA public housing residents and CHA housing choice voucher program participants.

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