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2024 Summer Intern-Information and Library Science

Company: Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Dec 08, 2023

An employee's responsibilities, tasks, and duties might differ from those outlined in the job description, and other duties, as assigned, are a part of the job. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago reserves the right to modify the elements of this job description, as business needs require. Full Time / Part TimeFull timeRegular / TemporaryTemporaryJob Exempt (Yes / No)NoJob CategoryInternshipWork ShiftFirst (United States of America)The Federal Reserve Banks believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Potential projects include:Research the background of our historical Bank machinery as well as cleaning and housing the materials in archival boxes Digitize a portion of our historical photograph collection and generate metadata for ingestion into our digital asset management system Sort, organize, and rehouse a large collection of Public Affairs printed materials and generate metadata to describe the materials Review digital and physical media collection to discover the condition of the materials and help create a priority list for reformatting Using Chicago Fed publications, create timelines documenting important departmental and Bank wide changes over our 100+ year history WHAT YOU BRING:Must have attention to detail, initiative, and good communication skills Intermediate experience with Microsoft Excel and conducting historical research Ability to work independently Ability to lift 50 lbs, project-dependent Interest in business archives preferred Other Requirements:As a condition of employment, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago employees must comply with the Bank's ethics rules, which generally prohibit employees, their spouses/domestic partners, and minor children from owning securities, such as stock, of banks or savings associations or their affiliates, such as bank holding companies and savings and loan holding companies. You will work with the Bank's Senior Archivist one or more projects, depending on individual interests and level of experience. If you or your spouse/domestic partner or minor child own such securities, and would not be willing or able to divest them if you accepted an offer of Bank employment, you should raise this issue with the recruiter for this posting, who can provide you contact information for our ethics official if necessary. The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.Privacy Notice This document indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. You will gain insights to the Federal Reserve System while contributing to your assigned department and build relationships with subject matters experts, Bank leadership, and fellow interns.

Senior Claims Reinsurance Analyst

Company: Argo Group

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Dec 06, 2023

Flexible workplace policies that support employee well-being include compressed hours, flex-time, job-sharing, remote work, sabbatical leave, holiday and summer hours. In addition to traditional health and wellness plans, benefits include dental, disability, life insurance, medical, and vision insurance, matching 401(k) retirement savings, generous paid time off (21 days of PTO, 11 paid company holidays, 3 floating holidays and a paid voluntary day), paid caregiver and parental leave, paid bereavement, jury duty/court appearances, and military (up to 14 days) leave, employee assistance program (EAP), and an array of voluntary benefits. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin or citizenship (including language use restrictions), denial of family and medical care leave, disability (mental and physical) , including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), race, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, child birth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, child birth or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other status protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. An inclusive culture that develops and sponsors diverse teams, encourages cross-functional engagement and collaboration, builds community through employee resource groups (ERGs), and provides an environment that welcomes ongoing dialogue, creative innovation, professional and personal development. Comprehensive health, wellness, and financial planning options that employees can tailor to meet their personal and family needs. We foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity and design thinking, relies on innovation and agility, promotes collaborative service delivery, offers frequent, integrated communication and values authentic recognition of excellence. Demonstrates inner strength. View our 2022 Environmental, Social & Governance Report to learn more about Argo. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. To all recruitment agencies: Unless you have been requested to work on this position, or other positions with Argo Group, please do not forward any resumes to Argo Group employees.

Senior Data Engineering and Cloud Architect (Databricks)

Company: West Monroe

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Dec 06, 2023

We base our employment decisions on merit, experience, and potential, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. To learn more about inclusion and diversity at West Monroe, visit www.westmonroe.com/inclusion. Individual salaries are determined by evaluating a variety of factors including geography, experience, skills, education, and internal equity.Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. If you are ready to set big goals with us, join us on our journey of building what matters for our clients, our people, and our communities. At West Monroe, we invest in our people and care in a big way. If you are based in California, we encourage you to read West Monroe’s Notice at Collection for California residents, provided pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and linked here. Some experience in designing and building solutions in Databricks, leveraging orchestration, data ingestion, medallion architectures, and data lakehouse concepts. And know that when we come together, we can do what's never been done. Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and team-based project environment. We believe that growth breeds opportunity for all.

Procurement Manager

Company: Heritage-Crystal Clean

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Dec 06, 2023

Individual will be required to regularly talk, hear, see, and often reach with hands, stand, and walk, use a computer keyboard, mouse, telephone, and other office equipment. Crystal Clean expressly values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages the applications of individuals from diverse backgrounds, so that Crystal Clean reflects the communities and customers that we serve. ), containers and container lids, parts cleaning machines, etc. including identification of service, safety, and regulatory requirements. Crystal Clean LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Experience in implementing and executing the procedures and systems required in a well-run, efficient procurement function. The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Noise level of the environment is generally quiet. Work experience that includes the use of the Coupa procurement and expense management system Work experience that demonstrates analytical skills with reference to evaluation of purchasing and cost data, development of trends, systems operations, and expense control efforts Experience in establishing and implementing a robust process of vendor KPI reporting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Senior Software Engineer - Pangea (Hybrid)

Company: Enova

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Dec 06, 2023

We live our values by listening to our customers, challenging assumptions, thinking big, setting high expectations, and hiring and developing the best. @ Enova, HOLA @ Enova, Women @ Enova, Pride @ Enova, South Asians @ Enova, APEX @ Enova, and Parents @ Enova) Employee recognition and rewards program Charitable matching and a paid volunteer day…Plus so much more! It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons and not discriminate in employment decisions by placing the most qualified person in each job, without regard to any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. You can learn more about Enova’s values and culture here. California Applicants: Click here to review our California Privacy Policy for Job Applicants. Through our values and our commitment to making Enova an awesome place to work, we maintain an environment of inclusion and culture where our employees can thrive. We serve non-prime consumers and businesses alike, while offering world-class technology and services to traditional banks—in order to create accessible credit for millions. Being a values-driven organization is at the core of Enova’s success. About Enova Enova International is a leading financial technology company that provides online financial services through our AI and machine learning-powered Colossus™platform. Full-Time Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for benefits; interns are not eligible.

Senior Director of PMO

Company: HAVI

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Dec 08, 2023

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Benefits TOTAL REWARDS Our total rewards philosophy integrates programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, corporate culture, corporate citizenship and work-life balance. Please do not submit or forward resumes to our site, HAVI employees, or any other company location. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team both directly and virtually, including ability to consult widely, bring together diverse views, and facilitate agreement on critical issues. Please contact us to request accommodation. Partnering with the IT communications leader, Develop messages, content, channels and other materials to support the company's internal communications and drive awareness/adoption of large-scale change initiatives at senior leadership, project team and all-employee levels. Oversee management of portfolio risks and issues, including regular assessments. Experience in managing large projects including proven ability to deliver on time, scope and budget. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Business Guidance, Processes and Tools: Develop and ensure effective implementation of key processes and tools to support project portfolio management for all project components (i.e., scope definition, analysis and planning, implementation, change management and deliverables) Develop and manage a process to design/update, approve and communicate program and operations guidance that is effective and ensures consistent operations.

Business Analyst II

Company: Grainger

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Dec 06, 2023

DEI StatementWe are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Ownership, accountability, in all work effort Rewards and Benefits:With benefits starting day one, Grainger is committed to your safety, health and wellbeing. Check out some of the rewards available to you at Grainger.Benefits starting on day one, including medical, dental vision and life insurance 6% 401(k) company contribution each pay period with no personal contribution required Employee discounts, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing, free access to financial counseling, education and more. Communication Project Planning - Plans, designs and implements processes, to support planned and unplanned projects. With this in mind, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance. You Have: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field or equivalent related experience Experience with incident management systems and reporting, and project management (ServiceNow, SharePoint, Jira, Power BI) At least 2 years of experience in business or operational analysis, trending analysis and process improvement Experience prioritizing/organizing and tracking details and multiple projects with varying completion dates. Assist with User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and validations including defining test plans and implementing test cases, identifying expected results, analyzing system test results and troubleshooting defects. Consult (providing options with pros, cons and risks) while providing expertise in solving business processes and/or technical problems based on the audience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Research - Conducts industry and internal analysis.

Research Assistant

Company: Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Dec 06, 2023

Ability to use PC standard and statistical programs, such as but not limited to R, Python, STATA, MATLAB, ArcGIS, etc. Protected Individuals include, but are not limited to, U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and U.S. permanent residents who either are not yet eligible to apply for naturalization or who have applied for naturalization within the requisite timeframe. If you or your spouse/domestic partner or minor child own such securities, and would not be willing or able to divest them if you accepted an offer of Bank employment, you should raise this issue with the recruiter for this posting, who can provide you contact information for our ethics official if necessary.We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression or veteran status.Full Time / Part TimeFull timeRegular / TemporaryRegularJob Exempt (Yes / No)YesJob CategoryEconomics/ResearchWork ShiftFirst (United States of America)The Federal Reserve Banks believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. In addition, all candidates must undergo applicable background checks and comply with all applicable information handling rules, and all non-U.S. citizens must sign a declaration of intent to become a U.S. citizen and pursue a path to citizenship.As a condition of employment, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago employees must comply with the Bank's ethics rules, which generally prohibit employees, their spouses/domestic partners, and minor children from owning securities, such as stock, of banks or savings associations or their affiliates, such as bank holding companies and savings and loan holding companies. Perform other duties, as requested. There will not be an additional prompt to upload documents 2 3, & 4. Failure to do so will result postponing the review of your application.PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 15th, 2023. IMPORTANT NOTE: When asked to upload your resume on the Workday Portal, you must upload all supplementary application documents. Candidates who are not U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents may be eligible for the information access required for this position and sponsorship for a work visa, and subsequently for permanent residence, if they sign a declaration of intent to become a U.S. citizen and meet other eligibility requirements. Strong organizational and planning skills.

Associate, Data & Analytics

Company: Palm Tree LLC

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Dec 07, 2023

We actively seek and welcome people of differences in background, from culture, experience, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and age to gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, ability, neurodiversity, political views, veteran status, and more. Top candidates will have expertise in Excel, SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau, Redshift, Azure, etc. In addition, Palm Tree offers medical, dental, and vision premium coverage, a competitive 401k program, an unlimited paid time off (PTO) policy (no formalized limits; take as needed), a robust maternity/paternity leave program, and many other fringe benefits. At Palm Tree, we view inclusion, diversity, equity, and access as critical to achieving excellence and belonging to foster an authentic culture where creative solutions flourish. Together, we strive to create an environment that values diversity, promotes an inclusive culture, and establishes a profound sense of belonging for each team member. *Palm Tree requires 5% - 35% travel with the ability to work remotely and with offices in the L.A., Chicago, Detroit, and Dallas markets* Possess hands-on experience with popular project management software such as Asana, Jira, Monday.com, or similar platforms. As skilled professionals faced with complex challenges, we value unique and creative ideas that help us grow stronger, smarter, and more adaptable for tomorrow. Keep internal leads updated on progress, milestones, and outcomes to ensure transparent communication and alignment. Utilize their functionalities to enhance collaboration, streamline workflows, and facilitate seamless project execution.

IT Service Desk Escalations Engineer - Tier 3 (ONSITE)

Company: Aqueity Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Dec 06, 2023

degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or relevant field, or equivalent combination of education and experience Proven work experience as a Help Desk Escalations Lead/Engineer required IT MSP or IT consulting services experience required Proven technical ability and troubleshooting skills with Azure, VMware, network infrastructure (firewalls, routers, switches, cloud/on prem servers, etc.) Responsibilities: Provides escalated IT support resolving issues with Microsoft related technologies including Office 365, Azure, Windows Server, Exchange, SQL, SharePoint, etc. CCNA and/or Network+ certifications preferred Experience with ticketing systems, network monitoring and other tech support related tools preferred Technical diagnostic skills with ability to appropriately match resources to technical issues Advanced understanding of operating systems, business applications, printing and network systems Solid technical background with ability to give instructions to non-technical audience Team leadership skills, with ability to maintain a positive and encouraging environment Problem solving attitude with ability to motivate the team to achieve specific goals Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly while managing competing priorities Customer-service oriented with a problem-solving attitude Excellent written and verbal communications skills Self-motivated with the ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment Salary range: $75-90K The ideal candidate will balance technical escalations related to network/security, systems, cloud, and Microsoft core technologies with coaching and mentoring our technical support team to provide excellent customer service and resolve all technical issues. Provides technical escalation support and assistance at network infrastructure level: WAN, LAN connectivity, routers, firewalls, and security Assists with support for remote access solutions including VPN, RDS, and Citrix Maintains customer relationships ensuring customer satisfaction including timely and accurate customer service on a daily basis Contributes to improving customer support by actively responding to queries and handling complaints Establishes best practices through the entire technical support process Follows up with customers to identify areas of improvement Collaborates with other internal groups maintaining and improving communication, processes, and promoting cross-functional teamwork Documents and tracks all required information supporting accurate ticket reporting Communicates with customers as required including updates on incident progress and notification of impending changes or agreed outages Displays ability to patiently walk user through steps needed to address an issue Creates documentation of support processes and client-specific requirements for recurring issues as comprehensive knowledge base reference for team Handles difficult situations calmly and with confidence Possesses business awareness including specific knowledge of customers and how IT related to their business strategy and goals Displays empathy for our technology users and their day-to-day challenges Maintains good organization and follows each user service issue through to completion Requirements: B.S. The IT Service Desk Escalations Engineer – Tier 3 is responsible for technical escalations support on the service desk and acts as a coach to other help desk technicians. **LOCAL CHICAGOLAND CANDIDATES ONLY - THIS POSITION IS NOT REMOTE OR RELOCATION ELIGIBLE** Aqueity, a leading MSP, is looking for a skilled IT Service Desk Escalations Engineer - Tier 3 to join our growing team!

Campaign Operations Manager

Company: Epsilon

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Dec 08, 2023

Epsilon's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on actual or perceived race, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy), marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you work here, expect competitive pay, comprehensive health coverage, and endless opportunities to advance your career.Epsilon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Epsilon's best-in-class identity gives brands a clear, privacy-safe view of their customers, which they can use across our suite of digital media, messaging and loyalty solutions. Thanks to the work of every employee, Epsilon has been consistently recognized as industry-leading by Forrester, Adweek and the MRC. Epsilon's people-based identity graph allows brands, agencies and publishers to reach real people, not cookies or devices, across the open web. For more information, visit epsilon.com.When you're one of us, you get to run with the best. Positioned at the core of Publicis Groupe, Epsilon is a global company with more than 8,000 employees around the world. For decades, we've been helping marketers from the world's top brands personalize experiences for millions of people with our cutting-edge technology, solutions and services. We process 400+ billion consumer actions each day and hold many patents of proprietary technology, including real-time modeling languages and consumer privacy advancements. Provide level 1 troubleshooting investigation into errors or impression discrepancies, and update in-flight campaigns, as needed.

Quantum Software Developer Student- Research Lab

Company: IBM

Location: IL Haifa

Posted Dec 07, 2023

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise * Background in quantum computing or quantum information * Experience with Qiskit * Experience with Postgres and database security principles * Experience with Node.js Vue.js and frontend web development * Knowledge of Kubernetes or OpenShift Please add your grade sheet to your application. * This position is located in Haifa Tel-Aviv or Remote. The focus of the role is on developing front-end and backend tools which are part of an infrastructure used by IBM Quantum’s experimentalists and researchers in their work on developing IBM’s quantum devices. Areas of software include software architecture cloud microservices cloud APIs and database solutions (among other areas). Required Technical and Professional Expertise Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or a closely related field Software development experience in an area of study related to quantum computing or other applicable area Familiarity with git GitHub and CI/CD pipelines Understanding of relational databases and ability to write SQL queries Understanding REST APIs and basic networking and cloud architectures concepts Preference will be given to the candidates with the strongest set of skills. As part of the role you will be working in and agile and collaborative environment together with other members of the broader IBM Quantum team. * At the intersection of engineering and design you will be instrumental in bringing industry-defining software products cloud services and web applications to users around the world. Your Role and Responsibilities We are looking for a student to join the quantum computing group at IBM Research – Israel part of the IBM Quantum organization. As a software developer in IBM Quantum your job will be to write code for the suite of software tools and cloud services that are part of our full-stack approach to delivering IBM’s computing systems to developers and research scientists.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for Background Investigation roles at different seniority levels?
Entry‑Level Investigators earn $50k–$70k; Mid‑Level Investigators $70k–$95k; Senior Investigators $95k–$130k; Lead/Director roles range $120k–$160k, depending on industry and clearance level.
What skills and certifications are essential for a Background Investigation professional?
Key skills include OSINT, forensic analysis, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. Certifications such as Certified Background Investigator (CBI), Certified Security Professional (CSP), CISSP, ACIC, and ISO 27001 credential the candidate for advanced roles.
Are Background Investigation roles available for remote work?
Yes—many digital investigation, compliance, and risk analysis positions support fully remote work. On‑site roles typically require access to secure facilities and clearance, but remote work is common for data‑driven investigations.
What career progression paths exist within Background Investigation?
Typical progression: Investigator → Senior Investigator → Lead Investigator → Program Manager → Director of Investigations → VP of Security & Investigations. Each step adds leadership, policy‑setting, and cross‑agency coordination responsibilities.
What are the current industry trends impacting Background Investigation?
AI and machine‑learning platforms are automating evidence triage; blockchain is being used for tamper‑proof credential verification; regulatory shifts like GDPR, CCPA, and defense‑specific security directives are expanding compliance scopes; and fintech, healthcare, and defense sectors are driving higher demand for vetted talent.

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