Summer Intern, Project Delivery

Description

• Present a summary of the internship activities and/or assigned project at the end of the internship program.
• The assignment will involve site-walks on WTC campus to back of house facilities, visit to construction sites, and field exposure that will consist of site inspection, tours, etc.
• Assist with project planning and scoping by gathering site data, reviewing design drawings and understanding project objectives
• Support project managers by attending coordination meetings and tracking action items
• Observe job sites to get an understanding of construction progress and real-world application of design plans
• Identify, organize and prioritize projects in conjunction with Facility Operations and Engineering
• Assist with updating project documentation including schedules, budgets, meeting minutes, preparing reports and other required documentation
• Coordinate with consultants, project managers, internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of Engineering and Architectural concepts of design (mechanical, electrical, civil, transportation and architecture).
• In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits interns to work remotely a maximum of one day per week. In person collaboration is essential to how the Port Authority conducts business and regular in-office days or team collaboration days may be required depending on business needs. Some internships may require interns to be fully in-person.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentations and public speaking
• Attain an understanding of how public projects get funding, how they are managed and built.
• Adaptability and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to learn quickly, ask questions and manage shifting priorities.
• Curiosity, initiative and positive attitude with a genuine interest in public projects, project delivery and construction.
• Ability to opt in to the New York State and Local Retirement System
• Experience with Microsoft apps such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc.
• Major in Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, Construction Management or related discipline
• Enrollment at a college or university at the time of the internship
• Intern will be required to obtain OSHA 10-hour training, with associated security clearances and NDA to obtain a WTC Site access Badge, immediately upon hiring.

Benefits

• Social/Networking Events
• Facility Tours
• The hourly rate range is $18.07 to $30.31 (the exact rate will be determined by internship type and rising school year)
• Access to Employee Business Resource Groups
• This is a full-time internship (5 days per week at 7.25 hours per day)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance