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Intern (Comptroller's Office) - Seasonal

CompanyChicago Park District
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 1, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will perform clerical support, including data entry, payroll processing, and financial document maintenance. They will also assist with general accounting tasks, respond to inquiries, and coordinate with other departments.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
2434
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The Chicago Park District owns more than 8,700 acres of green space, making it the largest municipal park manager in the nation. The Chicago Park District’s 597 parks offer thousands of sports and physical activities as well as cultural and environmental programs for youth, adults, and seniors. The Chicago Park District is also responsible for 26 indoor pools, 51 outdoor pools, and 26 miles of lakefront including 23 swimming beaches plus one inland beach. From canoeing to batting cages to arts and crafts, there is never a shortage of activities to participate in Chicago’s parks. The Chicago Park District oversees the Garfield Park and Lincoln Park conservatories, two tropical paradises within the city that house thousands of rare and exotic plants. Popular attractions that fall under the management of the Chicago Park District include the Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain. Proudly referred to as Chicago's front yard, Grant Park is among the city's loveliest and most prominent parks. Ten world-class museums are located on Chicago Park District property. On October 14, 2014 the Chicago Park District received the 2014 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management. This award is presented by the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). The Chicago Park District's mission is: - To enhance the quality of life in Chicago by becoming the leading provider of recreation and leisure opportunities - To provide safe, inviting and beautifully maintained parks and facilities - To create a customer-focused and responsive park system
About the Role

Title:   Intern (Comptroller) - Seasonal                                                      

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:

Under direct supervision, performs a variety of clerical work in support of the operation of an organizational unit on a temporary basis. Performs related duties as required.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

  • Perform data entries, prepare spreadsheets for various tasks, assist with timely and processing payroll procedure, Auditing payroll data. 
  • Help prepare invoice and expense reports. 
  • Analyze financial data. 
  • File and maintains documents. 
  • Assisting with general accounting tasks. 
  • Responds to routine telephone inquiries. 
  • Makes telephone calls and contacts other departments and organizations to collect payroll and timesheets documents. 
  • Files as instructed in an established filing system. 
  • Performs routine data entry tasks.   
  • Maintains records. 
  • Receives and directs visitors. 
  • Provide administrative support as needed.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience:

High School graduation or equivalent, including completion of courses in English, Spelling, Mathematics and Typing, or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required.  One year of experience in a business office performing typing and filing duties is preferred. Word processing experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.  Ability to make arithmetic calculations. Ability to communicate effectively with park employees and the public. Ability to organize and maintain records and documents. 

 

FLSA: Non-Exempt                          Career Service          EEO: Administrative Support 

 

RATE OF PAY: $17.36 per hour 

Key Skills
Data entrySpreadsheet preparationPayroll processingAuditingInvoice preparationExpense reportingFinancial data analysisDocument filingGeneral accountingTelephone communicationRecord maintenanceMicrosoft OfficeArithmetic calculationsTyping
Categories
AdministrativeFinance & AccountingGovernment & Public Sector