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.
In this role within the Safety department's Occupational Safety and Environmental Compliance unit, interns will:
Organize and analyze datasets on facility inspections conducted by safety officers.
Develop a findings presentation and report based on the inspection dataset's analysis and any actions taken to improve the implementation of safety programs in the CTA.
Assist with implementing safety programs and initiatives at CTA.
Primary work location for this role: CTA Headquarters (567 W. Lake Street, Chicago Illinois 60661)
Educational Experience/Requirements:
Preferred Major(s): Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Safety and Environmental Engineering, Ergonomics
Preferred Level of Education: College graduate student
Required enrollment status: Full-time (as defined by your academic institution) in a degree program at an accredited college or university
Physical Requirements:
The demands associated with the normal office environment
Must be able to comply with office policy to work on-site twice per week
Light physical activity, including walking outdoors and climbing stairs
Walking up to 6 miles per week
Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong Microsoft Office and computer skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Good analytical and critical thinking skills
Good organizational skills with attention to detail
Good project management skills
Experience in data analysis and programming