Title: Initiative Clerk Intern - Onsite
Mandatory skills:
election administration, election support,
statutory requirements, public service,
public administration, public policy, public service
Description:
Job Summary:
The Elections Division is looking for students who want to learn about election administration and support the initiative review process leading up to the 2026 election.
As a summer intern with the Elections Division, interns will observe how state government functions and attend trainings related to election
administration. Interns will learn how to research state statutes and the requirements of client’s initiative process. Interns will contribute to the
team by reviewing initiative petition sheets and complying with statutory requirements.
Students or entry level candidates interested in public service and witnessing democracy in action are encouraged to apply.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of basic office professionalism
Basic knowledge of policy, government, public administration, or law
Skill in active listening
Skill in critical thinking, using logic and reasoning to approach problems
Skill in working effectively with a team
Skill in basic computer navigation
Ability to be extremely detail-oriented
Ability to adapt to changes in processes or responsibilities
Ability to initiate and follow-through with tasks
Ability to remain objective and nonpartisan while serving as an intern under the Secretary of State
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Selective Preference(s):
Coursework in public policy, public administration, government or law is preferred
Demonstrated interest in public service
Notes:
Must be able to participate full-time from June 29, 2026, to July 31, 2026, including weekends, the 4th of July holiday and overtime. No part-time positions available.
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at for any complaints, comments and suggestions.
Contact Details :
Account co-ordinator: Ramadas Kumaresan
VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
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