Dillan Patel was with as an undergraduate fellow from Northwestern University from April to June 2019.

What project work were you involved in during your time at the Civic Consulting Alliance?

I also supported Mayor Lightfoot’s transition team, providing project management for ten external transition committees.

What will you take away from your time at Civic Consulting Alliance?

I’m grateful to have the opportunity to support such an important project, and I look forward to keeping in touch with the amazing people I worked with.

What was your most memorable experience during your time at Civic Consulting Alliance?

I enjoyed seeing so many diverse and passionate individuals from across Chicago come together on the transition committee meetings. I’m eager to see how the new administration implements some of the ideas the committees produced!

How has your time at Civic Consulting Alliance helped you develop professionally?

This experience reaffirmed my interest in the public sector and the political sphere. I am coming away with admiration for Civic Consulting Alliance and greater exposure to the challenges and rewards of public sector work.

In partnership with Northwestern University, we provide a semester-long Undergraduate Fellowship. Please visit our Fellowships page to learn more about our range of fellowship opportunities.