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.

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 Occupational Safety & Environmental Compliance unit, interns will\:

Develop, implement, and update Safety Programs that provide a safe workplace for CTA employees.
Build awareness of and ensure compliance with federal (OSHA) requirements.

Participate in facility inspections, safety training, and data entry and analysis.

Primary work location for this role\: CTA Headquarters (567 West Lake Street, Chicago IL 60661)

Educational Experience/Requirements\:

Preferred Major(s)\: Public Health, Safety and Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics, Industrial Engineering

Preferred Level of Education\: College Freshman and above

Physical Requirements\:

The demands associated with the normal office environment
Light physical activity, including walking outdoors and climbing stairs

Ability to walk up to 6 miles per week
Stand for long periods of time while wearing PPE (gloves, hard hat, safety classes, vest) and using sampling and industrial hygiene equipment
Must be able to comply with office policy to work on-site twice per week

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities\:

Strong Microsoft Office and computer skills

Good oral and written communication skills
Good analytical and critical thinking skills
Good organizational skills with attention to detail
Good project management skills
Knowledge of OSHA, IEPA, and EPA regulations

Final 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 EMPLOYER

No 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.

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Winter/Spring 2024 Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety Intern