Chicago Transit Authority · 21 hours ago
2026-2027 Yearlong Technical Writing and Research Intern
Chicago, IL
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
Start in 2026Chicago Transit Authority is the second largest transit system in the country! They are seeking a Yearlong Technical Writing and Research Intern to assist in organizing materials, collaborating with experts, and preparing documentation within the Training and Workforce Development department.
CommunitiesCustomer ServicePublic TransportationTransportationTravel
Responsibilities
Organizing material and complete writing assignments according to standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology
Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy of technical content, including the desired and appropriate tone of documents
Revise and distribute Safety Department SOPs and Bulletins
Prepare records for CTA Records Retention Center
Qualification
Required
Full-time enrollment status 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
Experience or willing to learn SharePoint
Acquired understanding of research
Ability to work collaboratively with subject matter experts
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
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
Ability to lift up to 10 lbs
Preferred
Preferred Major(s): Technical Writing, Communications, Journalism, English, Education, Training, Public Policy, Government Studies, Library Science, or related field
Preferred Level of Education: College sophomore and above
Company
Chicago Transit Authority
We deliver quality, affordable transit services that link people, jobs and communities.
Founded in 1947
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
Chicago Transit Authority has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)
2024 (1)
2023 (3)
2022 (1)
2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$146.1MKey Investors
Federal Transit AdministrationU.S. Department of Transportation
2025-11-24Grant· $121.1M
2023-06-27Grant· $25M
Leadership Team
Jeremy Fine
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Bill Mooney
Chief Infrastructure Officer
Recent News
Chicago Tribune
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