What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern, Gate Operations position at Port of Houston Recruitment?
Port Houston is a cornerstone of the region's growth and has people who deliver exceptional results. We have created a work environment that attracts talented, driven people ready to continue our long tradition of excellence. We hold ourselves accountable to reach and exceed our goals and to continually improve everything we do. These are the core pillars, shared by the employees that make up Port Houston. They are what brings us together. They are the foundation of everything we do. How we meet our commitments and fulfill expectations will define our success.
Summer Internships
Houston, TX
This internship is designed to be both educational and practical. In this position, the intern will learn how to take skills he / she may have acquired in school related to his or her particular areas of interest and apply them in a professional setting. He / she will gain a better understanding of their roles in a global business setting and be better prepared to work in the future. When you take the first step with the Port Houston, you've taken the first step in the right direction in your new career path. Get READY!
Position Summary :
Responsible for learning all areas of gate operations at Bayport and Barbour's Cut, Logistics Coordinators, Customer Service, Billing, Hazardous &Research. This position will work closely with the gate managers and have exposure to all aspects of the gate process and other departments within Port Houston, observing the relationship of cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities / Duties :
- Work closely with each terminal's gate departments and assist gate operations and the customer service Team.
- Interface with truck drivers to assist with gate transactions and yard instructions.
- Statistical data collection and analysis
- Review and comprehend weekly statistical reports.
- Become familiar with terminal operating systems (TOS) and gate operating systems (GOS) including N4, XPS, and Lynx
- Exposure to cross-functional teams : Yard Planning, Vessel Operations, Safety policies and enforcement, etc.
- Attending internal and external meetings to understand business decisions.
- Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you).
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Eligibility Requirements :
2026 / 2027 graduation status preferred (junior / senior level)
More information :
Physical Demands : Sedentary Work - Exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and / or or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Disclaimer : The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job
