Program Assistant Jobs in Illinois
Program Assistant jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Belvidere, and Springfield and other Illinois metros, with employers like Amazon, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Walmart hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Working Position Title Program Assistant for Student Training & Development (2788)
Classification Program Assistant - CUSTOM CLASSIFICATION
Position Number 00002788
Open Date 06/16/2026
Close Date 06/23/2026
Priority Review Date
Employee Class Staff
Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time
FTE 1.00
Position Status Regular
FLSA Non-Exempt
Job code 5001
Union Representation Union
Union Code AFC - AFSCME C, Local #1890
Unit/Department Orientation&Family Connections
College/Unit Undergraduate Affairs
Division Academic Division
Location WI 334
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page https://www.niu.edu/orientation/
Working Position Title Program Assistant for Student Training & Development (2788)
Classification Program Assistant - CUSTOM CLASSIFICATION
Position Number 00002788
Open Date 06/16/2026
Close Date 06/23/2026
Priority Review Date
Employee Class Staff
Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time
FTE 1.00
Position Status Regular
FLSA Non-Exempt
Job code 5001
Union Representation Union
Union Code AFC - AFSCME C, Local #1890
Unit/Department Orientation&Family Connections
College/Unit Undergraduate Affairs
Division Academic Division
Location WI 334
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page https://www.niu.edu/orientation/
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Find Program Assistant JobsProgram Assistant Jobs by City in Illinois
Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Program Assistant Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon22
- Abercrombie & Fitch18
- Walmart17
- Jobot12
- Advocate Aurora Health3
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail41
- Education19
- Staffing & Recruiting12
- Healthcare & Medical Services11
- Construction & Real Estate10
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program assistant jobs across Illinois.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in public administration, social services, or a related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- One to two years of administrative, program coordination, or office support experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and external correspondence
- Experience with data entry, record-keeping, and maintaining program databases or tracking systems
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced program environment
Program Assistant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many program assistant jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 164+ program assistant openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Belvidere, and Springfield. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
Which Illinois cities have the most program assistant jobs?
Chicago, Belvidere, and Springfield have the most program assistant openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire program assistants in Illinois?
Employers hiring program assistants in Illinois include Amazon, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Walmart, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote program assistant jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 7% of program assistant openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for program assistant jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to program assistant jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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