About the role#
The President's Office at the MacArthur Foundation supports the President in achieving goals for the organization. This office manages the President's schedule, travel, and speaking engagements while liaising with the Board of Directors. The summer intern will participate in a diverse set of activities and projects to support these operations.
What you'll do#
- Support event management for the Foundation and the President's Office.
- Assist with background research and meetings regarding key grant-making initiatives.
- Handle tasks related to the President's activities, Board meetings, and grant-making processes.
- Step in to assist with various office tasks, special circumstances, and micro-projects as needs arise.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate program with plans to return to school after the internship.
- High level of organization and professionalism.
- Strong verbal communication and writing skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time.
- Independent research skills, including source identification, literature review, and summarization.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship at $22.00 per hour.
- The term runs from June 8, 2027, to August 11, 2027.
- The role is based in Chicago, Illinois, and uses a hybrid work model.
- Interns must reside in the Chicagoland area for the duration of the program.
About MacArthur Foundation
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Chicago. Founded in 1978, it supports institutions and individuals working on social challenges like climate change and nuclear risk. The foundation also funds journalism and local projects in its home city. It employs between 51 and 200 people.
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