Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade - Consulate-General Chicago - Temporary Registry - 2026

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade - Consulate-General Chicago - Temporary Registry - 2026 Temporary, Full Time or Part Time Salary will depend on the job requirement Chicago, United States of America Who We Are The Australian Consulate-General represents the Australian Government in Chicago. We support diplomatic, consular, and international engagement activities on behalf of Australia. About the Temporary Employment Registry We maintain a Temporary Employment Registry to fill short-term vacancies as they arise throughout the year. These roles are typically less than six months in duration, with some offering flexible working hours. All positions are generally office-based at our downtown Chicago location. Typical temporary roles include: Passport processing officers and consular assistants. Project management officers - supporting short-term initiatives and events. Executive assistants - providing high-level administrative support to executives. Administrative assistants - supporting finance, HR, property, security or IT functions. Temporary roles are offered to suitable candidates based on suitability, availability, and/or qualifications and experience (if required). Employment is subject to the completion of pre-employment background checks for all individuals. Longer-term roles and jobs may arise and will be advertised separately on our Current Vacancies page. Who Can Apply To be eligible, applicants must: Be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), or hold a valid Employment Authorisation Document (Form I-566) issued by USCIS Be at least 20 years old at the time of employment (required for registration with the U.S. Office of Foreign Missions). Reside in the Chicago area and be able to reliably commute to our downtown Chicago location M-F. The Consulate-General is unable to provide relocation support. If an Offer is made If you are contacted with a temporary employment offer, you will be asked to provide: A completed Pre-Employment Probity Check Form (PDF), including all supporting documentation. A completed Personal Particulars Form (PDF). #J-18808-Ljbffr Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade