Chicago Transit Authority · 18 hours ago
2026-2027 Yearlong Training and Development Intern
Chicago, IL
Internship
Hybrid
InternChicago Transit Authority is the second largest transit system in the country! They are seeking a Yearlong Training and Development Intern to support the Training and Workforce Development department’s Learning and Support unit by shadowing team members, coordinating programs, and assisting in curriculum development.
CommunitiesCustomer ServicePublic TransportationTransportationTravel
Responsibilities
Shadow team members across all functions—including instruction, coaching, logistics coordination, relationship management, and learning technology systems
Support coordination and delivery of programs and workshops in virtual, in-person, and hybrid formats
Assist with conducting needs assessments, marketing, registration, pre and post evaluations, and co-facilitating content
Provide recommendations for enhanced delivery methods and incorporate current technologies to expand training reach
Participate in the full learning cycle, including the development of curriculum and materials, piloting new programs, analyzing participant feedback, and recommending ongoing program improvements
Assist with providing content updates for existing workshops
Perform research and analysis on best practices in training to support enhancement of existing programs
Create participant guides, presentations, and other learning materials
Qualification
Required
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 presentation skills
Ability to facilitate training virtually, in person, and hybrid
Advanced skills in Zoom video conferencing
Working knowledge of visual communication tools such as Piktochart, Canva, and Moovly
Ability to build rapport and maintain relationships with various levels of Authority personnel and outside government agencies and corporate organizations
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
Requires standing stationary for extending periods of time
Transporting materials to different conference rooms or training locations
Will be required to carry items such as handouts, manuals, training aids, and equipment
Preferred
Preferred Major(s): Training and Development, Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Psychology, Adult Learning, Education, or related field
Preferred Level of Education: College senior and above
Desired Skills (not required) are e-Learning Authoring Tools such as Adobe Captivate, Articulate 360, Camtasia, Raptivity, Knowledge of Adult Learning Principles
Company
Chicago Transit Authority
We deliver quality, affordable transit services that link people, jobs and communities.
Founded in 1947
10001+ employees
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
2026-01-23
2025-12-25
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