2026-2027 Yearlong HR Communication Intern-Employee Engagement
About The Position
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 Human Resources department’s Employee Engagement, Marketing, and Outreach unit, interns will: Copywrite and create content for marketing campaigns. Distribute communication assets using various platforms. Complete audits and quality control of written assets. Primary work location for this role: CTA Headquarters (567 W. Lake Street, Chicago Illinois 60661)
Requirements
- Preferred Major(s): Creative Writing, English, Journalism, Communication, Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing
- Preferred Level of Education: College junior student
- Required enrollment status: Full-time (as defined by your academic institution) in a degree program at an accredited college or university
- 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
- 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.
- Strong project management skills.
Responsibilities
- Copywrite and create content for marketing campaigns.
- Distribute communication assets using various platforms.
- Complete audits and quality control of written assets.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
