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Title: Veteran Intern
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Horticultural Therapy
Reports to: Manager, Veteran Internship Program
Seasonal Full-time, 12 weeks
Position Overview:
Work under supervision in assigned Garden Department while participating in the Veteran Internship Program to create a plan for transitioning to the civilian workforce. We are looking forward to welcoming nine participants to join the program for the 2024 season, anticipated to start mid-May through end of August.
RESPONSIBILITIES
You will work under supervision and receive individual and small group assistance to:
* Create a civilian job market resume and cover letter
* Develop a professional online presence via LinkedIn
* Practice interview skills and professionalism
* Explore career choices
* Learn how to search for employment
Chicago Botanic Garden Values & Behaviors:
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Prioritize a culture of GROWTH. We commit to remaining curious in how we approach our work. |
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Seek to UNDERSTAND. We seek to understand others from their perspective. |
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See one another through a lens of RESILIENCE. We believe that all individuals can experience good outcomes with support. |
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Build TRUST through TRANSPARENCY We hold ourselves and others accountable by centering decision making that honors all people. |
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Qualifications
Our ideal candidate will have the following:
- Veteran status.
- Must be able to provide DD Form 214 with application during application process.
- Ability to provide Veteran I.D.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Previous computer experience using Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Background or interest in horticulture
Physical Demands: Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, listening, speaking, and keyboarding. Use of office equipment including computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and fax machines. Some requirements for lifting, pushing, or pulling items less than 30 pounds.
Outside setting: Physical ability and stamina to walk to Garden areas. Periods of walking and standing. Some requirements for lifting, pushing, or pulling items up to 50 pounds. Work outside in all types of weather. Some work on stepladders.
Why Apply?
Come work in a setting that is like no other as you support our mission: We cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life. Take the first step toward being one of the employees who make the Garden one of the treasures of the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Apply today. Please note that applicants who do not meet the required qualifications will not be considered.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified.
In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Chicago Botanic Garden does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its programs or activities, including in employment or admissions. Please call (847) 835-8264 to contact our Title IX Coordinator should you have questions or concerns. Please do not call this number to inquire about job postings or the status of your application, or with solicitations from companies or third-party recruiters.
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