Chicago Transit Authority
The CTA is an independent governmental agency created by state legislation. We began operating on October 1, 1947, after acquiring the properties of the Chicago Rapid Transit Company and the Chicago Surface Lines. On October 1, 1952, CTA became the sole operator of Chicago transit when it purchased the Chicago Motor Coach system.
Our mission
“We deliver quality, affordable transit services that link people, jobs and communities.”
Our values
We will accomplish our mission with a diverse workforce that is:
- Courteous - We will create a pleasant environment for ourselves and our customers.
- Innovative - We will seek out and encourage employees who initiate change, improvement, learning and advancement of our goals.
- Motivated - We will meet each task with spirit, enthusiasm and a sense of pride to be second to none.
- Professional - We will provide transit service with the highest standards of quality and safety for our customers and ourselves.
- Reliable - We will be dependable for our customers and fellow employees, and will maintain the highest standards of trust.
- Results-Oriented - We will focus on getting the job done and will derive personal satisfaction from the service we provide.
Our commitments
We will accomplish our mission by:- Setting clear goals, standards and priorities.
- Communicating openly with customers and employees.
- Helping all of our employees develop to their fullest potential through enhanced training and education.
- Being accountable to fellow employees and customers.
- Supporting employees so that they can serve customers.
- Engaging employees in decisions that affect them and their work and creating a stronger sense of ownership among our employees.
Our culture
We believe the best way to accomplish our mission is to cultivate a diverse workforce that values being courteous, innovative, motivated, professional, reliable and results-oriented. We are committed to giving our employees the support, training and clear standards and priorities to succeed in their positions.
Employee development
CTA is more than a job, it is a career. Positions at the CTA are designed to encourage constant employee growth and development.
CTA’s Training and Workforce Development (TWD) team is committed to fostering a learning organization that develops the Chicago Transit Authority's workforce through the development and delivery of learning opportunities that are relevant, effective and address the Authority's goals of a safe, industry-leading, customer-focused organization.
TWD focuses on four core areas of work: curriculum development, career development programs, safety/technical training programs and training facilitation and logistics. The department serves every department across the Authority and works in close partnership with Transit Operations, Safety and Human Resources. TWD provides a strong foundation for workforce development at the CTA.
Community efforts
The CTA is dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve through employee led volunteer programs and community partnerships. CTA employees participate in a variety of community efforts such as our annual Coat Drive, the famous Holiday Food Train, the yearly Blood Drive, and “Clean and Green” events where we clean and beautify the areas surrounding our work locations.
Careers at CTA
We connect people, places & communities
Chicago Transit Authority employees keep nearly 1.5 million people in Chicago and 35 suburbs moving every weekday. This would not be possible without our skilled and dedicated workforce. Learn what qualities make a great CTA employee and find a career opportunity that matches your professional skill set and interests.
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2026-2027 Fall/Spring Internship and Education Program Management Intern
Chicago, Illinois
Description 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,...
3h
| Job Type | Intern |
Chicago, Illinois
Description 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,...
3h
| Job Type | Intern |
2026-2027 Fall/Spring Technical Writing and Research Intern
Chicago, Illinois
Description 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,...
3h
| Job Type | Intern |
Chicago, Illinois
Description SALARY $137,197.54-$140,627.48 POSITION SUMMARY Directs and oversees the implementation, funding control, and compliance activities of the Authority's Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Provides leadership for staff responsible ...
3h
| Job Type | Full Time |
2026-2027 Fall Digital Media Video Intern-Learning & Support
Chicago, Illinois
Description 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,...
3h
| Job Type | Intern |
2026-2027 Fall/Spring Labor Relations Intern
Chicago, Illinois
Description 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,...
3h
| Job Type | Intern |
Chicago, Illinois
Description SALARY $57.75 POSITION SUMMARY Assembles, installs, repairs and tests electrical devices and wiring. Performs preventative maintenance duties. Qualifications PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES * Assembles, installs and maintains power dis...
3h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Director, Infrastructure Capital Program Oversight
Chicago, Illinois
Description SALARY $187,819.69 POSITION SUMMARY Plans, directs, and oversees the activities and operations within the Infrastructure department related to the management of capital funds and contracts. Develops and implements plans for asse...
3h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Manager, Maintenance Instruction - Bus
Chicago, Illinois
Description SALARY $117,945.85 POSITION SUMMARY Manages and plans the implementation and administration of training programs for the Authority's Bus Maintenance department. Develops, revises, and evaluates new and existing training programs...
3h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Chicago, Illinois
Description SALARY $129,766.41 POSITION SUMMARY Under general supervision, provides data-based insights and recommendations that lead to change. Coordinates within the team to augment performance analysis insights for the entire agency. Wor...
3h
| Job Type | Full Time |