Administrative Intern-West

Job DescriptionJob Description: The Administrative Intern will assist with records management and retention, while providing support to the West Division administration team and operations department. Essential functions include: Preparing records for storage and/or destruction. serving as the receptionist (as needed) and operating switchboard duties and phones. Assisting the department with filing, organization, and other clerical duties. Internship Duration: Monday, June 1, 2026 - Friday, August 14, 2026 Hours Per Week: Up to 37.5 Hours Per Week Rate of Pay: $18/hr Location: West Division, 3500 W. Lake St Melrose Park, IL 60160 Working Conditions: This position is based in an office setting with standard office equipment. The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm. However, the business needs of Pace may result in work schedules outside the typical hours/workdays. This position is not eligible for hybrid or remote telecommuting. QualificationsAge: Must be 18 years of age or older. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Must be currently enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year accredited college or university and working towards a degree in General Education, Business, Communications, Psychology, or other related field with an interest in public transportation. Licenses/Certifications: Must possess a valid driver's license. Proficiencies: Must demonstrate working knowledge and proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite applications. Clerical work experience is preferred. Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods of time, frequently stand and/or walk within an office environment, lift and carry up to 25lbs, use a keyboard and type for prolonged periods. Benefits: Regional Ride Pass for free transportation on Metra, CTA, and Pace. Pace is committed to ensuring that our career website and recruiting process are accessible to all individuals. If you encounter any difficulties or limitations in using or accessing our online application, or if you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, participate in interviews, complete any pre-employment testing, or engage in any other aspect of the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to . Pace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. About Us Pace, the Suburban Bus Division of the Regional Transportation Authority ("Pace"), was established to aid and assist public transportation in the six-county northeastern Illinois area consisting of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry, and Will Counties. As an equal opportunity employer, Pace seeks to employ qualified personnel in all job classifications and to provide equal opportunities in a manner that will not discriminate against any person because of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, marital or civil union status, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, order of protection status, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic defined under applicable law. Thank you for your interest in Pace. If you are having difficulty completing this application or require other assistance, please contact Devlin Collins at .

Created: 2026-03-10