Intern, Project Planning & Development

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About the Internship
This intern will report to the Project Planning & Development Manager in the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (ODEI). Expanding opportunities for small, minority, and women-owned business enterprises (M/WBEs) is a critical part of the Port Authority’s inclusionary contracting practices. The Project Planning & Development team supports the early phases of those contracting practices and is one of the four units that report to the Assistant Director of Business Diversity/Compliance Management. This intern will gain an understanding of the agency’s contracting and solicitation process, along with how small businesses are included along the way.
Responsibilities
- Conduct outreach to and surveys for firms regarding upcoming contracts
- Prepare list of firms, managing contract datasets, and drafting participation memos
- Track construction projects, analyze contract details to identify opportunities for participation, and prepare briefing materials for the Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer
- Draft process and procedure document documents and assist in the implementation of process improvements
- Prepare presentation materials and presenting key topics at ODEI briefings
- Perform data analytics and database management
- Assist with special projects and assignments as needed
Minimum Qualifications
- Enrollment at a college or university at the time of the internship
- Major in urban planning, public policy, engineering, business administration, political science, or related discipline
- Interest in working in the public sector and contributing to the success of the New York/New Jersey region
- Excellent communication, research, and presentation skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (SharePoint, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Desired Qualifications
- Ability to multi-task and complete projects with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently on complex assignments and to work in a fast-paced team environment on multi-disciplinary projects
- Knowledge of Business-to-Government (B2G) Now software
Internship Details
- The start date is expected to be in September 2026
- This internship will require 36.25 hours/week
- 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.
Selection Process
- Only applicants under consideration will be contacted
- If selected to move forward, the hiring team will reach out directly to schedule 1-2 interviews
- Different internships will have different timelines for interviews
Compensation & Benefits
- The hourly rate range is $18.61 to $31.22 (the exact rate will be determined by internship type and rising school year)
- 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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