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 The Governor's Office offers internships for college and graduate students as well as college graduates. The Michael Curry Summer Internship Program and the new Rod R. Blagojevich Governmental Internship are for college and graduate students while the James H. Dunn, Jr. Memorial Fellowship Program and the Vito Marzullo Internship Program are for college graduates.
To receive applications by mail or for additional information please contact:
100 West Randolph, Suite 16
Chicago, IL 60601
Attn: Andrew Barbeau
Phone: 312/814-2121
107 William G. Stratton Building
Springfield, IL 62706
Phone: 217/782-5189
503 William G. Stratton Building
Springfield, IL 62706
Phone:217/524-1381
Rod R. Blagojevich Governmental
Internship
The Office of the Governor provides internship opportunities
for undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in experiencing
the day-to-day operations of the chief executive’s office. The Governor’s
Office is responsible for overseeing the administration of state departments,
agencies, and boards and commissions. Working with the legislature, the Governor’s
office coordinates policy initiatives and the overall agenda for the state.
The goal of the Rod
R. Blagojevich Governmental Internship
is to provide students with the opportunity to become familiar with all aspects
of the operation of the Governor’s office. More specifically, interns
will assist administratively, aid in media relations, and, where appropriate,
respond to correspondence from Illinois citizens. Interns will be given as
much substantive work as possible and will interact directly with staff and
assist in state government.
Internships are available year-round on a semester/quarter length
basis. The Governor’s Office internship requires a minimum G.P.A. of
3.0. Applicants should be organized, self-motivated, and energetic individuals.
Students with strong writing and research skills are encouraged to apply.
Applicants should send a completed internship application form, a resume,
and a cover letter explaining their interest in being an intern in the Governor’s
office to: Andrew Barbeau, 100 West Randolph, Suite 16, Chicago, IL 60601.
Any questions regarding the application process or the program should be directed
to the Intern Coordinator at 312/814-2121.
Intern schedules are based on each student’s days and
hours of availability. While interns receive no stipend, academic credit-based
solely on each learning institution’s criteria may be earned. Our office
encourages students to send their materials in as early as possible as positions
fill quickly.
 Rod R. Blagojevich Governmental Internship Application [PDF, 7K]
 Rod R. Blagojevich Governmental Internship Application
James H. Dunn, Jr. Memorial Fellowship
and Vito Marzullo Internship Program
The Dunn Fellowship Program provides bright, highly motivated
college graduates a unique opportunity to experience firsthand the operations
of state government for one year.
Dunn Fellows are recruited from public and private colleges
and universities throughout the nation. Qualified applicants must hold a bachelor's
degree at the program's commencement and must have demonstrated a commitment
to excellence through academic honors, leadership ability, extracurricular
activities and community/public service involvement. The program begins in
August and ends in July of the following year.
Successful applicants spend one week of August receiving an
orientation to state government. After the orientation period, fellows are
placed in different positions throughout the Governor's Office and in various
agencies under the Governor's jurisdiction.
Dunn Fellows are paid $29,028 annually and receive full state
benefits.
Vito Marzullo Interns possess the same credentials as Dunn Fellows
and enjoy similar benefits and experiences; however, they must be Illinois
residents.
To participate in the 2008 Internship Program applications must be postmarked by January 31, 2008 March 1, 2008.
UPDATE: Application Deadline Changed to March 1, 2008 [PDF, 20KB]
James H. Dunn, Jr. Memorial Fellowship and Vito Marzullo Internship Program [PDF, 593K]
Michael Curry Summer Internship
Program
The Michael Curry Summer Internship Program offers college juniors,
seniors and graduate students in all disciplines (including law) an opportunity
to work in one of the agencies under the jurisdiction of the Governor full-time
for ten weeks during the summer. Positions are available in Springfield and
Chicago.
Eligible applicants must be Illinois residents who have not
previously participated in the Curry Internship Program. Interested persons
must submit a completed application form, college transcript(s) and a brief
essay. Curry interns will receive a stipend of $1,200 per month.
To participate in the 2008 Internship Program applications must be postmarked by January 31, 2008 March 1, 2008.
Michael Curry Summer Internship Program [PDF, 57KB]
Other Agency Internships
Governor's Environmental Corp (Illinois EPA)
http://www.epa.state.il.us/gec/index.html
Pollution Prevention Internship (Illinois EPA)
http://www.epa.state.il.us/p2/internships/index.html
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