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2026-2027 Yearlong FOIA Paralegal Intern

Chicago Transit Authority
United States, Illinois, Chicago
567 West Lake Street (Show on map)
Jan 31, 2026
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, 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 Office of General Counse department's Compliance, Policy, and Risk unit, interns will: Assist in proceedings of public records requests under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act. Learn the requirements of a Reaseonable Search and utilize them to seek out and identify records responsive to a FOIA request. Create a FOIA process map and make suggestions for improvements based upon experience. Assist Freedom of Information Officers in resolving FOIA compliance issues as they arise. Organize, reproduce, scan, and mail records as necessary. Primary work location for this role: CTA Headquarters (567 W. Lake Street, Chicago Illinois 60661) Qualifications Educational Experience/Requirements: Preferred Major(s): Law, Paralegal Studies, MS?MA Political Science, MA Public Administration Preferred Level of Education: College graduate 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. Working knowlege of SharePoint Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good analytical and critical thinking skills. Proficient organizational skills with attention to detail. Good project management skills. Good legal research and investigative skills. Expereince using public record portals. (e.g. GovQA preferred) Experience with document management systems. (e. g. CoourseLink or Imanage preferred) Ability to interact with all levels of CTA personnel and the public. Additional Details 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. Primary Location : USA-Illinois-Chicago Job : Internship Job Posting : Jan 30, 2026, 10:48:30 PM Position Type : Part-time Temporary (PTT)