2025-2026 Yearlong Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Chicago
Posted on: January 23, 2025
Job Description:
DescriptionChicago 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 Chief Planning and Innovation Officer department's Strategic
Planning unit, interns will:
- Gathering and analyzing current census data released into a GIS
format
- Review rail and bus routes using the current CTA GIS
process.
- Research and devise an updated census data analysis
process.
- Create an online web application to showcase census data
updates for CTA staff and stakeholders to use.Primary work location
for this role: CTA Headquarters (567 W. Lake Street, Chicago
Illinois 60661)QualificationsEducational Experience/Requirements:
- Preferred Major(s): Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Urban
Planning
- Preferred Level of Education: College junior and above
- Required enrollment status: Full-time (as defined by your
academic institution) in a degree program at an accredited college
or universityPhysical 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 stairsKnowledge, 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.
- Proficiency in ESRI software - ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online.
- Familiarity with census data and policy.
- Ability to research and troubleshoot.Additional DetailsFinal
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 EMPLOYERNo 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.
Keywords: Disability Solutions, Carol Stream , 2025-2026 Yearlong Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern, IT / Software / Systems , Chicago, Illinois
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