Information Technology Intern Program

Illinois Tollway; Downers Grove (IL); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience with IT projects

Mentorship and professional development

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A regional transportation authority is seeking an IT Intern for an enriching internship program set to begin in June 2026. Interns will assist with IT service operations, engage in data analysis, and support cybersecurity initiatives. The program offers hands-on experience and mentorship opportunities. Candidates must be enrolled in a relevant academic program with a graduation date of November 2025 or later. The internship allows flexible scheduling and can be performed onsite or remotely, emphasizing collaboration and personal development.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a trade/vocational program or university studying computer science, IT, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to have reliable internet for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with daily IT support tasks.
• Helping with cyber security monitoring and best practices.
• Supporting data analysis and governance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Critical-thinking skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

Enrolled in a computer science or related field program

Job description

The Illinois Tollway is dedicated to providing and promoting a safe and efficient system of highways while ensuring the highest possible level of service to our customers. Whether it's I-PASS, the Move Illinois Program, open road tolling or keeping you safe with our H.E.L.P. trucks, we are committed to delivering great benefits and services to customers.

The Tollway is a user-fee system – no state or federal tax dollars are used to support maintenance and operations. Operations are funded by toll and concession revenues.

Under the leadership of the Board of Directors and Executive Staff, the Tollway is committed to achieving the following goals: increase collaboration with regional transportation and planning agencies, promote the regional economy, maintain financial integrity, foster environmental responsibility and sustainability, maintain the safety and efficiency of the Tollway system, further transparency and accountability, enhance customer service, and maintain public trust.

The Illinois Tollway 2026 IT Intern program is designed to enhance students’ academic curriculum through hands‑on work experience. IT Interns will be placed across various IT teams based on business needs, skills, and interests. Embedded within technical learning and skill application will be soft skills trainings such as presentation skills, professional communication and others provided by the Illinois Tollway’s Professional Learning Department.

Essential Job Functions

During the IT Intern Program, the Intern’s responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with daily IT service center operations and technical support tasks
• Assistingwith cyber security monitoring, audits, or best practices
• Supporting with data analysis, privacy, retention, and governance
• Collaborating with team members for IT projects and initiatives
• Learning and applying IT tools and processes to current projects
• Complete other special projects and duties as assigned

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Hands‑on experience with active IT‑related projects
• Assigned mentorship and professional development program
• On‑site learning environment and interactive group experiences
• Job shadow and career development activities
• Summer or year‑round internships available
• Flexible scheduling for part time participation during the summer (20-30 hours per week).

The IT Intern program is offered both as a year‑long program, from June 2026 to May 2027, or a summer program from June 2026 to August 2026. Summer hours will be 20-30 hours per weekand fall/spring hours will be 15 hours per week.

Visit https://www.illinoistollway.com/about/careers for more information

Internship Opportunities will be available with the following areas:

• Application Development (Software, Coding, Process Automation)
• Data Governance (Data Analysis, Data Retention, Data Privacy, Data Governance)
• IT Security (Cyber Security)
• Operations and Customer Support (Hardware, Troubleshooting, Imaging)

Qualifications

Education (Required)

• Currently enrolled, or have a graduation date of November 2025 or later, in any trade/vocational program, certificate program, 2-year, 4-year or graduate level institution studying computer science, information technology, or a related field

Skills and Experience (Required)

• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational and analytical skills
• Superior organizational, problem-solving, and critical‑thinking skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to have reliable internet to perform work remotely as needed
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team

Skills and Experience (Preferred)

• Strategic and creative thought partner within a team
• Superior organizational and critical‑thinking skills

The Illinois Tollway is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, disability, unfavorable discharge from military services, age, order of protection status, military status, sex or sexual orientation.