ILLINOIS (WCIA) — The Illinois Secretary of State announced that approximately 120 paid positions are available through his office’s annual summer program, and they are now accepting applications.

Alexi Giannoulias announced Thursday that his office’s fourth annual summer job program is offering these paid opportunities for college, trade school and graduate students, as well as high school seniors who will be enrolled in college or trade school in the fall.

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There will also be a limited program available for 25 high school students ages 16 and up. These positions are offered across the Secretary of State’s 25 departments and at DMV facilities across Illinois.

“Our summer job program gives students a chance to gain real-world experience while supporting the essential services our office provides to Illinois residents,” Giannoulias said. “Participants build practical skills, earn money and get an inside look at how public service can make a difference in their communities.”

Along with building job and people skills for students, the program bolsters the office’s customer service efforts during the busy summer months.

Positions are available at Secretary of State facilities in Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, Springfield and locations throughout downstate Illinois. High school students earn $17 per hour, while college and trade school students earn $18 per hour. Graduate and law school students in select contractual positions earn $25 per hour.

Applicants started being accepted Thursday here. Applicants must submit a resume, completed application and a cover letter describing their interest in working at the Secretary of State’s office. Applicants may list up to three preferred work locations.

Summer employees are able to begin their employment as early as May 18.

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