Election judges are responsible for the proper and lawful conduct of the election and ensure that every person qualified to vote is permitted to vote, and that every person permitted to vote is qualified to vote. Election judges arrive at their assigned Election Day voting site no later than 5:15 a.m. and remain until all closing tasks are completed after the polls close at 7 p.m. There are no partial or half-day work options.

Students age 16 as of November 3, 2020 are eligible to serve if they meet certain criteria. If you are interested please check with your local election office to learn more.

Lake County Clerk: Student Election Judges
Cook County Clerk: High School Student Election Judges
Chicago Board of Elections Commissioners: Student Judges of Election