2024-2025 Yearlong Red Purple Modernization Government and Community Outreach Intern - ( 24000017 )

　　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.

　　In this role within the Red Purple Modernization department’s RPM GCR unit, interns will:

　　Establish and develop partnerships with various officials, groups and businesses.

　　Uphold strong constituent relations by arranging public meetings and attending community events.

　　Act as a liaison for the project team to the public by interfacing with all levels of government.

　　Control and manage document processes by reviewing files, records, and critical information to confirm accuracy.

　　Maintain and organize records of various community groups, as well as monitor and compile most recent data.

　　Primary work location for this role: Red-Purple Modernization Community Office (5137 N. Broadway Street, Chicago Ilinois 60640)

　　Qualifications

　　Educational Experience/Requirements:

　　Preferred Major(s): Urban Studies, Political Science, Communications, Public Relations/ Public Policy

　　Preferred Level of Education: College junior 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:

　　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

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

　　Strong Microsoft Office and computer skills

　　Strong oral and written communication skills

　　Good analytical and critical thinking skills; demonstrates creativity and problem-solving ability

　　Good organizational skills with attention to detail

　　Good project management skills

　　Experience with community relations and public outreach

　　Demonstrates initiative

　　Ability to work in a team setting

　　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 [email protected] 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.

　　Primary Location : USA-Illinois-Chicago

　　Job : Internship

　　Job Posting : Jan 12, 2024, 2:36:04 PM

　　Position Type: : Part-time Temporary (PTT)

　　Req ID: 24000017