Intern, Project Planning & Development

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