Description

Description

Chicago Transit Authority is the second largest transit system in the country! Our college internship program offers summer and year-long internships that provide students with valuable work experience, professional development, and mentorship. Students receive exposure to the discipline of the workplace and are guided by subject matter experts who assist them in acquiring the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to perform in today's technically demanding careers. Interns at CTA work in a range of departments across the authority.

Our internships are project-based; therefore, the skills that we seek vary based on the needs of the projects during each term. All majors are welcome to apply, but please see education experience/requirements for specifics about what disciplines each internship project is seeking.

Internships are part-time (15 hours a week) during the school year and full-time (40 hours a week) during the summer.

The following are examples of key responsibilities of the intern's role and may be adjusted based on the Scheduling and Service Planning department's ADA Compliance Programs needs:

• Evaluate CTA's Accessibility technologies.
• Research and prepare reports on peer transit systems.
• Document community feedback and needs.
• Support CTA's ADA Advisory Committee with the relaunching of the wayfinding subcommittee.

Primary work location for this role: CTA Headquarters (567 W. Lake Street, Chicago Illinois 60661)

Qualifications

Educational Experience/Requirements:

• Preferred Major(s): Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Education, Law, Pre-Law, Public Policy, Planning
• Preferred Level of Education: College sophomore and above
• Required enrollment status: Full-time (as defined by your academic institution) in a degree program at an accredited college or university

Physical Requirements:

• This position is primarily performed in an office environment and involves working at a desk and using a computer and standard office equipment.
• The role may involve periodic travel within CTA facilities and the surrounding area to support accessibility evaluation and community engagement activities.
• This role involves a hybrid on-site work expectation of at least two times per week.
• Reasonable accommodations may be available in accordance with applicable law to qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of this position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong Microsoft Office and computer skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proficient organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Good project management skills.
• Strong research and analytical capabilities.

Additional Details

Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target.

Applicants, if hired,must comply with CTA's residency ordinance.

CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact arc@transitchicago.com prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.