Chicago Transit Authority · 8 hours ago
Summer 2026-2027 Rail Field Data Collection Intern
USA-Illinois-Chicago
Internship
Hybrid
InternChicago Transit Authority is the second largest transit system in the country! They are offering a college internship program that provides students with valuable work experience in various departments. The intern in the Strategy & Innovation department will conduct field surveys, format data, and prepare reports to communicate findings effectively.
CommunitiesCustomer ServicePublic TransportationTransportationTravel
Responsibilities
Conduct field surveys to collect and document station assests and amenities including, but not limited to: CTA bike parking assests, bike counts, and station entrances at all rail stations
Format collected data into an inventory and geocoding ArcGIS archives and other CTA formats as needed
Prepare reports, maps, and graphics to effectively communicate data and analysis results to stakeholders
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 collecting, organizing, and presenting data
General knowledge and interest in transportation planning initiatives, particularly public transit and active transportation
Strong research, organization, analytical, and quantitative skills
Ability to work effectively with moderate levels of supervision, especially pertaining to the significant portion of work time that will be spent in the field
General familiarity with the CTA bus and rail network and bicycle infrastructure and initiatives within the CTA service area
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 sit and stand for long periods of time
Durations of physical activity and exposure to weather conditions
Preferred
Urban Planning, Public Policy or Administration, Geography, Data Science, or related field
College first-year 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
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2023 (3)
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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
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