What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Intern, Civil Engineering position at Port Authority of New York and New Jersey?
Description
About the Internship
The Port of New York and New Jersey (PONYNJ) is the gateway to one of the most concentrated consumer markets in North America and the largest port on the East Coast. Through its network of terminals, railroads, roads, warehouses, and distribution centers, the PONYNJ keeps the world’s global trade industry moving. The Physical Plant unit at New Jersey Marine Terminals (NJMT) is equipped with skilled personnel dedicated to ensuring optimal operability and maintenance of port assets and is seeking a summer intern to join their team.
Responsibilities
Assist the Facility Engineers in addressing day-to-day technical issues and concerns that impact tenant and / or facility operations
Assist in reviewing Engineering drawings and documentation to incorporate facility’s comments
Attend meetings and inspections for facility projects
Assist the Facility Engineer in project development and design
Assist in gathering data related to facility environmental, operations, and asset management.
Update the databases using excel, ArcGIS, Maximo, and / or relevant programs.
Lead meetings with Facility Managers, gather information regarding critical business functions, systems and vendors and gain an understanding of potential business continuity impacts.
Assist in preparation of presentation or white paper report for special projects assigned.
Present a report on the status of investigations and other work that was completed during the internship
Interns may be given immediate, short-term assignments based on operational needs at the port
Minimum Qualifications
Enrollment at a college / university through Summer 2025 and into the Fall 2025 semester
Major in Civil Engineering or a related field
Desired Qualifications
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
Open minded and able to work with a team.
Able to operate Microsoft Office tools such as Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Experience with AutoCAD and ArcGIS
Internship Details
The start date will be Thursday, May 29, 2025
The internship will last approximately 12 weeks, ending on Friday, August 22, 2025
This is a full-time internship (5 days per week at 7.25 hours per day)
The format is expected to be in-person at Port Newark
Selection Process
Only applicants under consideration will be contacted
If selected to move forward, the hiring team will reach out directly to schedule 1-2 interviews
Different internships will have different timelines for interviews
Compensation & Benefits
The hourly rate range is $18.07 to $30.31 (the exact rate will be determined by internship type and rising school year)
Ability to opt in to the New York State and Local Retirement System
Access to Employee Business Resource Groups ()
Facility Tours
Career Panels
Social / Networking Events
REQNUMBER : 62614
Salary : $18 - $30
