Summer Intern, Construction Logistics
About The Position
About the Internship The Major Capital Projects (MCP) Department is seeking a Summer Intern to support its Construction Logistics team. This internship offers hands-on exposure to construction logistics and community-facing functions that support some of the region’s most complex transportation infrastructure projects including the Midtown Bus Terminal Redevelopment. Interns will work alongside experienced Port Authority professionals, gaining experience in construction logistics, community affairs, construction tech adoption, public administration, and city planning issues in one of the world's busiest urban regions. This role sits at the center of MCP’s mission to deliver major construction projects effectively and efficiently, offering valuable experience for students interested in construction in an urban setting, public service, or infrastructure.
Requirements
- Enrollment at a college or university at the time of the internship
- Major in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Political Science or related discipline
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, Power BI, and SharePoint.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and navigate interdepartmental dynamics, interagency relationships, and community engagement needs.
- Proven capability to collaborate with colleagues at all levels, build productive relationships, and work constructively with both peers and senior leadership.
- Ability to produce clear, accurate technical documents for internal use as well as accessible, well-crafted materials intended for public audiences.
- Interest in contributing to the success of the New York and New Jersey region
- Interest in public service and/or transportation
Responsibilities
- Support and develop tech adoption strategies within the Port Authority Major Capital Projects Department.
- Develop materials alongside both Port Authority Social Media and Marketing teams.
- Support DOT permit logging efforts for the Midtown Bus Terminal Redevelopment.
- Coordinate with “Community Connectors” program in support of the Midtown Bus Terminal Redevelopment.
- Work with Port Authority architecture and design team to support communication strategies for various capital projects.
- Update capital projects website with project updates related to current construction activities.
- Support AI and Construction Tech adoption initiatives.
- Other assignments as needed
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
