Communications and Media Relations Intern

2020 – 2021 Yearlong Communications and Media Relations Intern

Chicago Transit Authority

Chicago, IL

You might be thinking, "What opportunities does CTA have for students with my degree and credentials?"

You may be surprised to learn that we hire interns with a diverse skill set and a multitude of majors. In fact, we hire students in good academic standing with a variety of degrees that you may not have expected, and we want to consider you for available opportunities!

Interns at CTA work in a range of departments including:

Administration Departments ranging from Diversity/EEO, Human Resources, Training and Workforce Development and more

Board and President’s Office

Communications

Finance and Purchasing

Infrastructure

Law

Legislative Affairs and Government and Community Relations

Safety and Security

Technology

Transit Operations

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 Media Relations unit, interns will:

Create web site materials, press materials, social media, presentations and community outreach meetings for the Red and Purple Modernization communications and media relations.

Qualifications

Educational Experience/Requirements:

Minimum Level of Education: Undergraduate Freshman

Preferred Major(s): Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Political science

Physical Requirements:

The demands associated with the normal office environment

Light physical activity, including walking outdoors and climbing stairs

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

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.

Primary Location: USA-Illinois-Chicago