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CTA reports record 298 interns in 1 Summer Chicago program; students describe skills-building and paid work experience
Summary
CTA announced a record internship cohort for 2025 — 298 youth in a seven-week, hybrid program that includes professional development, college-credit options, community service, and paid work. Interns and staff described program activities and supports at the July board meeting.
The Chicago Transit Authority told the board on July 9 it has enrolled 298 interns in its 1 Summer Chicago program, surpassing a 250-intern goal and marking a record participation level for CTA.
Kim Robinson, vice president of training and workforce development, described the seven-week hybrid internship. She said interns work 25 hours per week and that the program provides CTA-issued iPads, telework supplies, professional-development workshops, college visits, mentoring, and community-service activities. Robinson said the program’s theme…
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