Chicago Semester

Testimonials

Hear what some of the supervisors for Chicago Semester interns have to say about working with our program and our students:

“... Chicago Semester has one of the finest internship programs in the city, due to the quality and commitment not only of their staff but the students themselves. Unlike many programs, this one has benchmarks and evaluative standards that push both the students and site supervisors to make the most of the internship.”
– Jason Smith, Project Manager
, Great Books Foundation

"I am always impressed by the caliber of interns we work with through Chicago Semester. Because of that, we are able to entrust these students with significant projects that contribute to our organization's work in Chicago and to the students' professional growth.”
– Lauren Schmunk, Marketing and Communications Director
, World Vision in Chicago

“My experience with Chicago Semester interns has been positive and mutually beneficial. I have found the students to be inquisitive, motivated, and excited to engage in an urban setting. Personally, I have enjoyed learning from the students as they have brought new and exciting ideas to the work we do.”
– Sheri Dieleman, Social Worker, 
Emerson Elementary School

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with three Chicago Semester interns. I found each of them to be exceptionally motivated, hard-working and intelligent. Since being an intern is truly the focus of the semester, each of them comes prepared to work from day one.”
– Cassandra Gaddo, Managing Editor, 
Today’s Chicago Woman

“The Chicago Semester candidates are highly qualified and very professional. The program is well organized, educational and fun for the participants. Working with an intern helped me to evaluate my department and reorganize some of my workflow. Our intern gained excellent practical experience.”
– Jeff Anderson, Director of Purchasing, 
The Eli's Cheesecake Company

“What some say about the next generation just doesn’t hold up when it comes to CS Interns. Leap Learning Systems has had great success with these young people. Our interns have been smart, hard working and very reliable. They have really helped us get things accomplished. The CS program is well structured – I highly recommend it. ”
– Michael Levesque, Executive Director, Leap Learning Systems

“You should know that the structure you provide in Chicago Semester is so beneficial. The interns feel there is real purpose to their work and that accountability is invaluable. You also have great students who are responsible and trained on how to interact in a business setting. Great job to you all!”
– Nikki Perryman, Director of Administration, Northwestern Mutual Financial Network

“The Chicago Semester is a great team to work with. They provide an organized and beneficial program for both the students and companies involved. I love working with the Chicago Semester students because they are driven, intelligent and are always a positive attribute to any team! I am very pleased to partner with the Chicago Semester team and their interns.”
– Sarah Mignin, Account Coordinator, eshots, Inc.

“Chicago Semester has consistently provided our organization with motivated students who are eager to contribute to our team and give 100%. The program is convenient for employers and it provides a much-needed balance for the students as they study, work, and take in the cultural events of the city.”
– Gail K. Banaszak, Marketing Manager, The Signature Room at the 95th

“Overall, I have been very impressed with all of the students we have had here at Chicago Symphony Orchestra, both in talent and professionalism. I dare say that the Chicago Semester intern program is one of the best, if not the best, in the Chicagoland area.”
– Emma Larsson, Graphic Design Specialist, Chicago Symphony Orchestra

“Working with Chicago Semester has been a wonderful experience. The entire staff is not only friendly and personable, but they also work extremely hard so you don't have to… It is a gratifying personal experience and a smart business decision!”
– Melissa Harmon, Office Manager, TC Public Relations

“... Students from Chicago Semester are ethical, intelligent, motivated and competent interns!  All 7 interns [who have worked under me over the last few years] brought tremendous value to our department with their strong work ethic, great ideas and positive attitudes. The value is shared in that the intern walks away with a new wealth of knowledge and better direction on their career goals, and the company gets the opportunity to bring on an intern into the organization that is very capable to produce quality work and come with new ideas! I will continue to work with Chicago Semester to obtain interns through their program!”
– Meghan McGovern, Human Resources Manager, BCD Meetings & Incentives