Apply Now: Michael Curry Summer Internship Program 2023

Apply Now: Michael Curry Summer Internship Program 2023

The Michael Curry Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity for college juniors, seniors, and graduate students in all fields (including law) to work full-time in one of the agencies under the jurisdiction of the Office of the Governor for ten (10) weeks throughout the summer. There are openings in both Springfield and Chicago.

• Eligible applicants must be Illinois residents who have not previously participated in the Curry Internship Program.
• Curry interns will receive a stipend of $2,500 per month.

Applicants are asked to choose their top three (3) preferred placements from the following agencies:

• Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
• Capitol Development Board
• Illinois Department of Agriculture
• Illinois Department of Central Management Services
• Illinois Department of Children and Family Services
• Illinois Department of Employment Security
• Illinois Department of Human Rights
• Illinois Department of Human Services
• Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology
• Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice
• Illinois Department of Natural Resources
• Illinois Department of Public Health
• Illinois Department of Transportation
• Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
• Illinois Guardianship & Advocacy Commission
• Illinois State Police

The application process for the 2023 Michael Curry Summer Internship Program is done completely online. The following documents must be submitted to [email protected] for your application to be considered:

• Completed application—click link below for application form
• Official or unofficial college transcript
• Personal statement (500 words or fewer)
• Policy essay (750 words or fewer)

A resume or CV may be provided as a supplement in addition to the above documents.

See application for complete submission instructions: