2026-2027 Yearlong ADA Compliance Intern

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About the position

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)

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Requirements

  • Required enrollment status: Full-time (as defined by your academic institution) in a degree program at an accredited college or university
  • 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.

Nice-to-haves

  • Preferred Major(s): Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Education, Law, Pre-Law, Public Policy, Planning
  • Preferred Level of Education: College sophomore and above
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