Transportation Business Intern - Chicago, IL

Fountain; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A transportation solutions company based in Chicago is looking for a Transportation Business Intern to learn about various functional departments like HR, Operations, and Marketing over a 6-week program. This internship offers hands-on experience in assessing operational procedures and requires strong communication skills. Interested candidates must be college students or recent graduates and comply with a drug testing program. The position begins on June 8, 2026, and concludes on July 17, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years of age.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to comply with federally regulated drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport by collaborating with employees, customers, and stakeholders.
• Assess operational procedures and validate skills, knowledge, and compliance.
• Deliver a final project to Executive Leadership.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Collaboration

Customer service skills

Education

Recent graduate or less than 1 year of post-secondary coursework remaining

Job description

Overview

Transportation Business Intern - Chicago, IL

Address 2545 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612, USA

Compensation $25.00/hour

Job Description

WeDriveU is the leader in shared mobility solutions that connect communities, campuses, and workplaces. WeDriveU operates private shuttle and public transit systems across the U.S. serving millions of passenger journeys a year. The company's 5,500+ team members operate 4,000 vehicles across 55 U.S. locations, providing safe, reliable and sustainable options as part of a global family of brands serving more than 1 billion bus and rail passengers on four continents. Visit wedriveu.com to learn more about our company, clients and career opportunities.

Program Details

The Transportation Business Intern will have a unique opportunity to learn from all functional departments (HR, Marketing, Operations, Safety, etc.) over a 6-week period. The intern, reporting to the Regional Vice President of Operations, will complete the 6-week program structure and present a final project to executive team members.

This is a 6-week program beginning Monday, June 8, 2026, and concluding Friday, July 17, 2026.

Please note that we are hiring for three locations: Hyde Park (Boston), Niles, IL, and Chicago, IL. WeDriveU does not provide housing or cover room and board.

Who You Are

We are seeking a data-driven, self-starting, and dynamic college student or recent graduate with a passion for learning about cutting-edge mobility systems and innovations that provide vital links in the community. You will help identify opportunities to maximize efficiency within a Customer Service Center (CSC).

Responsibilities

• Build rapport by collaborating with employees, customers, and stakeholders.
• Assess current operational procedures and validate skills, knowledge, and compliance.
• Adhere to all site safety rules, requirements, and regulations governing the Customer Service Center. (e.g., safety vest, pedestrian crossings)
• Demonstrate understanding of all aspects of passenger transportation management by completing a 6-week learning plan. (e.g. HR, Marketing, Operations, & Safety)
• Prepare and deliver a final project to Executive Leadership.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as required.

Position Requirements

• 18+ years of age
• Less than 1 year of post-secondary coursework remaining or a recent graduate from an accredited university
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to comply with a federally regulated drug testing program
• Signing a non-disclosure agreement

WeDriveU is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected.