Summer Intern, Security Planning & Analysis

Description

• Support preparation efforts for the 2026 major summer events, including operational planning documentation, data collection, and coordination with CSO units.
• Conduct on-site reviews and internal assessments to support security asset optimization, ensuring accurate mapping of cameras, access control points, barriers, and other physical security infrastructure across facilities.
• Assist in developing automated processes (e.g., Power Automate flows) to streamline recurring monthly or quarterly reports.
• Assist with developing, organizing, and preparing expense and operational materials required for federal or external reimbursement submissions.
• Create dashboards, charts, and automated workflows to meet RMP’s operational reporting needs, including crime stats, workload reports, and asset tracking.
• Participate in assigned special projects related to major event readiness, security initiatives, or process improvements.

Requirements

• Experience and interest in one or more of the following areas: security operations, central event planning, or federal reimbursements
• Creative thinking and openness to learning new technologies and methodologies
• Familiarity with Power Automate, RPA, or similar tools
• Ability to opt in to the New York State and Local Retirement System
• Analytical mindset with the ability to work with data and identify insights.
• Enthusiasm for working in a government environment and working closely with public safety and civilian security professionals
• 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.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau and Power BI)
• Demonstrated willingness to learn new tools, concepts, and workflow
• Enrollment at a college or university at the time of the internship
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity
• Major in Business Administration, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, Security Management, or a related discipline

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