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2026-2027 Yearlong Intelligent Infrastructure Monitoring and Automation Intern

CompanyChicago Transit Authority
LocationNot specified
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 30, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will identify and document a wide range of CTA operational technologies and assess current monitoring capabilities. They will also engage with experts to understand operational challenges and develop innovative monitoring methods.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
6412
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
15 hours
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About The Company
Our mission is to deliver quality, affordable transit services that link people, jobs and communities. Chicago Transit Authority employees keep nearly 1.7 million people in Chicago and 35 suburbs moving every weekday. The success of our transit system is a direct result of our skilled and dedicated workforce. Our employees keep Chicago moving. So can you. Join the CTA family by visiting our careers page at transitchicago.com/careers! For questions about our career opportunities or your application, email us at CTACareers@transitchicago.com. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Network at https://transitchicago.jobs.net/join?joinpath=Exportablejoin.
About the Role

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 Technology department's IT Infrastructure unit, interns will:

  •         Identify and document a wide range of CTA operational technologies.
  •        Assess current monitoring capabilities and gaps. 
  •        Engage with subject matter experts, field technicians, and infrastructure teams to understand operational context, constraints, and real-world challenges.
  •        Design Prototype Monitoring Dashboard and Documentation Package. 
  •        Develop and test innovative monitoring methods such as camera based inspections, sensor integrations, automated status reporting, API queries, or remote connectivity techniques. 
  •        Create a functional prototype dashboard aggregating health, status, and connectivity techniques. 
  •        Assist with field observations. 

Primary work location for this role: CTA Headquarters (567 W. Lake Street, Chicago Illinois 60661)



Educational Experience/Requirements:

  •         Preferred Major(s): Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems (MIS) other Engineering ( Electrical, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Robotics, Network Engineering etc.)
  •        Preferred Level of Education: College senior and above

  •        Required enrollment status: Full-time (as defined by your academic institution) in a degree program at an accredited college or university

     

 

Physical Requirements:

  •        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

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  •        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.
  •        Basic understanding of IT Infrastructure. (networks, servers, operating systems)
  •        Experience with data, analytics, or dashboards. (excel, Power BI, Grafana, or similar tools) 
  •        Ability to research technical systems and summarize findings. 
  •        Ability to create organized documentation. (diagrams, summaries, instructions)
  •        Experience with APIs, system integration, or data collection tools. 
  •        Familiarity with GIS or mapping platforms for asset locations.
  •        Exposure to drones, robotics, or remote inspection tools. 
Key Skills
Microsoft OfficeCommunication SkillsAnalytical SkillsCritical ThinkingOrganizational SkillsProject ManagementIT InfrastructureData AnalyticsDashboardsAPIsSystem IntegrationData CollectionGISDronesRoboticsRemote Inspection Tools
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