Intern - Safety & Sustainability - New Orleans

Ports America Career Opportunity • New Orleans, LA

1d • $25

About The Position

At Ports America, the Safety & Sustainability Intern supports the execution of the company’s environmental, safety, and sustainability strategy. Working closely with the Environment & Sustainability team, this role provides hands-on experience in environmental compliance, workplace safety, and sustainability initiatives across port operations. This internship is designed to provide real-world exposure to environmental and safety programs, data tracking, and continuous improvement efforts within a dynamic maritime and logistics environment.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a student at an accredited college or university
• Pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field

Nice To Haves

• GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Excellent judgment and proven leadership ability
• Strong communication skills
• Enthusiasm and eagerness to learn
• Knowledge of safety and accident prevention codes and regulations
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Knowledge and understanding of cargo stowage and stability.
• Knowledge of and commitment to safety and accident prevention, safety codes and regulations, and related industry governmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of safety and sustainability programs, policies, training, and awareness campaigns.
• Support environmental compliance efforts by helping track regulatory requirements and maintaining documentation.
• Participate in safety inspections, audits, and incident reviews alongside internal stakeholders.
• Assist in collecting, tracking, and reporting sustainability metrics such as waste, energy, and water usage.
• Support initiatives focused on reducing environmental impact, including decarbonization and resource efficiency projects.
• Help prepare reports, presentations, and communications related to safety and sustainability performance.
• Collaborate with operations teams to promote a strong safety culture and environmental awareness.
• Assist with research on industry best practices, regulations, and sustainability trends.
• Support internal ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) initiatives and related data collection efforts.
• Participate in field visits and gain exposure to port operations and safety practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Continuing to develop your skills and experience at a growing organization

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees