Channel Development Intern
At Port Houston we dream big, think big and do big things. For over 100 years, we’ve had the vision and scale to deliver big things that matter to Houston and the region. Our sustainability and success has been built upon attracting, retaining, and developing exceptional people.
Are you ready to think about the future…and think big!
Enabling our people to unleash their full potential is central to ‘We are READY!’, our vision, mission, and strategic priorities.
Business Need / Purpose of Role
The Channel Development Intern will be responsible for learning and participating in managing a regulatory program including, pipeline licenses, marine construction permits, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) permits, seismic exploration, and rights of entry on Port Authority property. This internship is designed to be both educational and practical. In this position, the intern will learn how to take skills he/she may have acquired in school related to his/her areas of interest, and apply them in a professional setting. The candidate will also have opportunities to network within the program in other areas of interest.
Objectives & Measurement - Key Responsibilities
- Participate in managing projects related to the regulation (licenses/permits) of Port Authority property along the Houston Ship Channel, including submerged lands
- Participate in executing requests for licenses and permits issued by the Port Authority from the Port Commission
- Assist with leasing submerged lands for barge fleeting
- Assist with field inspections (i.e. pipeline installations, dock construction, dredging operations, etc.), as required
- Participate in managing policies and practices regarding effective and expanded use of assets
- Assist, manage, and coordinate Port Authority owned dredged material placement areas for private terminals
- Assist coordinating contracts for navigation studies, general support, constructions design and management, testing, and program development
- Assist in preparing various presentations to internal departments and external organizations
- Assist in preparing official record correspondence to applicants, external partners, and other Port Authority departments
- Participate in and take minutes of inter-agency meetings
Job Knowledge / Education and Qualifications
Eligibility Requirements:
- Students must be currently enrolled in and have already completed two semesters in an undergraduate or graduate degree program:
- 2021/2022 graduation status preferred (junior/senior level)
- May 2020 graduates are not eligible, unless already accepted into a graduate program to begin studies Fall 2020
- Students must either attend a Houston area college/university or have residence within a commutable distance
- Students must be in good academic standing to apply for an internship; a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 is preferred
- Students may not be related to any current Port Houston employee
- Students must be able to work throughout the established twelve-week (12) program dates
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrate strong organizational and analytical skills;
- Demonstrate attention to detail;
- Ability to multi-task;
- Strong reading and comprehension verbal and written communication skills, including ability to listen to staff and understand their expectations and requirements;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook;
- Willingness to learn quickly;
- Punctuality is key;
- Ability to interact on a professional level
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high.
To apply, please go to porthouston.com/careers. Only applications submitted through the Port Houston Careers website will be acknowledged.
Port Houston is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. Government.
Make what you do matter.
At Port Houston we dream big, think big and do big things. When you take the first step with the Port Houston, you’ve taken the first step in the right direction in your new career path. Are you READY!
We believe in making big things possible.
Port Houston is looking for people who are willing to think about the future...and think big. We're looking for people who are ready to take on the most significant challenges of their careers.
Thank you for choosing Port Houston in your career search.
Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.