Jeff Metcalf Fall 2025 Metcalf Clinic - Cook County Treasurer
This internship is part of the University’s Jeff Metcalf Internship Program. Click here to learn more about the program, its benefits, and the UChicago community of supporters. By applying to this internship you agree to follow the Student Recruiting Guidelines. This position is not benefits eligible.
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Internship Time Commitment: Fall Quarter, 8 weeks, ~5-10 hours/week
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In Cook County, the County Treasurer oversees the second-largest property tax collection and distribution system in the United States. The Treasurer's office collects over $12 billion in taxes from over 1.8 million parcel of land, and distributes those monies to over 2,200 taxing bodies, such as municipalities, schools, libraries, law enforcement offices, which rely on the funds for their day-to-day operations.
An intern for the Cook County Treasurer's Office will be exposed to the challenging office work that is in demand by law firms, accounting firms, public relations/media groups, and governmental bodies.
Interns may support with projects in communications and marketing, such as assisting with event planning, responding to incoming inquiries, and assisting in writing and proofreading marketing materials, social media posts, and emails.
This is an ideal opportunity for students with outstanding written and personal communication skills, with great attention to detail and an interest in public policy, urban planning, communications, marketing, or similar fields