Summer Intern, Structural Integrity

Description

Position at The Port Authority of NY & NJ

About the Internship

The Aviation Department maintains Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) through the Engineering and Line Departments. The Structural Integrity unit performs a variety of functions which include coordinating routine inspections, cyclical facility condition surveys, property damage cost recovery efforts by Legal and responds to on-call incidents. The successful candidate will assist with daily site visits, coordinate meetings, prepare meeting notes, organize work folders, etc. This will provide a better understanding of the day-to-day inner workings of an airport and the daily challenges met by airport personnel.

Responsibilities

Assist with managing Facility Condition Survey program and operating major works program, specifically, budgeting, schedules, scope, etc.

Assist with documentation including managing charge codes, budgets/forecasts, and project's scope of work.

Conduct field investigations of structural issues as they arise and recommend corrective actions for short term and long-term solutions.

Coordinate meetings and prepare meeting notes.

Organize work folders and update documents pertaining to record-keeping.

Minimum Qualifications

Enrollment at a college or university at the time of the internship

Major in Engineering (Civil or Structural)

Desired Qualifications

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe, Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Excel, etc.)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Organizational capability

Problem-solving skills

Critical thinking mindset

Interest in contributing to the success of the New York and New Jersey region.

Interest in public service and/or transportation.

Willingness to learn.

Internship Details

The start date will be Thursday, May 28, 2026

The internship will last approximately 12 weeks, ending on Friday, August 21, 2026

This is a full-time internship (5 days per week at 7.25 hours per day)

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 $18.07 to $30.31 (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