2026-2027 Yearlong Paralegal Extern-Labor & Employment

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.

Note: This role is an unpaid externship. Candidates selected will receive course credit while gaining hands-on experience under the supervision of an attorney.

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 Office of General Counse department's Compliance, Policy, and Risk unit, interns will:

• Organize, analyze, and summarize various documents.
• Review documents for relevancy.
• Gain an understanding and appreciation of how document review and discovery can help to contribute to an excellent defense.

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

Educational Experience/Requirements:

• Preferred Major(s): Enrolled in an ABA accredited Paralegal Studies Program
• Preferred Level of Education: College senior student
• Required enrollment status: Full-time (as defined by the 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.

• Strong Excel spreadsheet skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Good analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Proficient organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Good project management skills.

• Proficient in PDF Adobe skills.

• No legal experience required but must be enrolled ina paralegal program.