Description

　　The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey offers paid internships, providing students with the opportunity to work with experienced professionals on assignments critical to building, operating, and maintaining transportation and infrastructure assets in New York and New Jersey. Assignments include hands-on projects where interns quickly become part of the team and help the agency with its mission of keeping the region moving. The diversity of our businesses creates a variety of opportunities for students to gain exposure to the work of a first-class public agency.

　　The Office of Sustainability is looking for an intern to join their team!

　　About the Office of Sustainability:

　　The Office of Sustainability (OS) is the department that leads Agency sustainability policy, target-setting, reporting, and program level strategy. The Port Authority was the first US transportation agency to align with the Paris Climate Agreement in 2018, and to adopt a 50 percent by 2030 for direct emissions and a net-zero greenhouse gas reduction target by 2050 for all emissions to align with goals of the U.S. federal government.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Specific responsibilities will depend on the intern's interest (which you should detail in your cover letter) and the team's priorities. Sample areas include:

　　Renewable Energy Procurement: OS is actively evaluating multiple options for increasing the renewable energy composition of its electricity consumption. The intern will assist with efforts such as evaluating opportunities for green energy procurement, such as power purchase agreement, evaluation of PA policy towards renewable energy credits, and synthesis of green energy market data.Zero Emission Vehicles: OS is working on several efforts to convert diesel and gasoline-powered vehicles and equipment to electric or other low and zero emission alternatives, and to provide charging stations to assist in this transition. The intern will assist with specific projects in partnership with other internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to: research on electric vehicles and charging infrastructure technology and policy, data analysis and visualization of current charging infrastructure usage, planning engagement events with vehicle owners, and support with implementation and testing of pilot projects.ACA reporting: Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) is a global carbon management certification program for airports that independently assesses and recognizes airports for managing and reducing their carbon emissions through 6 levels of certification. All five Port Authority airports are currently certified at level 3 (Optimization). The intern will support the annual certification process by gathering relevant climate related data, providing critical review, and coordinating with internal stakeholders.Climate Week Event Organization: Each year in September, the Port Authority participates in Climate Week NYC by hosting topical events around sustainability and convening experts to raise the ambition locally and globally when it comes to environmental initiatives. Past topics included sustainable aviation fuel and electric aircraft, and clean construction. The intern would assist with researching the event topic, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, setting the agenda, and facilitating preliminary logistics.Energy Use Benchmarking: The Port Authority is committed to reducing energy use from buildings on our property. To address this strategically a prerequisite would be to analyze the energy usage and benchmark against local standards and high-performing buildings. The intern would assist with data analysis towards this end.Sustainable Aviation Fuel: OS is working with a number of internal and external stakeholders on efforts to advance the availability of sustainable aviation fuel in the NY/NJ region and create awareness amongst the general public. The intern may assist with efforts such as coordination of demonstration projects, follow-up research needs identified from a supply and infrastructure study currently underway, and an associated public awareness campaign.Airplane Auxiliary Power Unit Usage: Conduct surveys at the Port Authority airports on the usage of airplane auxiliary engines (that provide power to the aircraft while on the ground) usage. Projects would include evaluating emissions and air quality impact, research potential technology solutions for monitoring usage, and exploring potential solutions for limiting the use of these auxiliary engines.Zero Waste: Work on the Port Authority's recently initiated Zero Waste program, which aims to reduce overall waste generation at Port Authority facilities, and find opportunities to divert waste toward sustainable end uses such as reuse, repurpose, donation, recycling, composting, anerobic digestion, etc. Projects may include developing an awards program and researching emerging waste management technologies.

　　Qualifications:

　　Enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program through the Fall 2024 semester (August 2024 or beyond)Experience with Microsoft apps such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc.Excellent written and oral communication skillsInterest in contributing to the success of the New York and New Jersey regionInterest in public service and/or transportationWillingness to learn

　　Desired:

　　Graduate-level studentStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a variety of internal and external partnersExcellent organizational skillsExperience with management of large datasetsResearch skills and resourcefulnessAbility to take initiative to advance projectsKnowledge of and interest in sustainability principlesUnderstanding of climate change related data and management systems

　　Internship Details:

　　The start date will be Thursday, May 30 with an orientation that will take place at 4 World Trade Center in Lower ManhattanThe internship will last 12 weeks, ending on Friday, August 23This is a full-time internship (generally 5 days per week at 7.25 hours of work per day plus a 45-minute break)The format is expected to be hybrid, partially virtual and partially in-person at 4 World Trade Center in Lower ManhattanThe hourly salary range is $17.20 to $28.85 (the hourly salary is determined by internship type and school year)These details are subject to change

　　How to Apply:

　　Click "Apply Now"Follow the promptsPlease submit the following with your application:A resume that clearly indicates your expected graduation dateA cover letter detailing: (1) why you want to intern at The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey and (2) which areas of sustainability you're most interested in

　　How to Apply:

　　Interested candidates should apply to this job by clicking on the "Apply Now" button and submitting a combined cover letter and resume. The Port Authority of NY & NJ welcomes veteran and military spouse applications.

　　Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

　　About The Port Authority:

　　Founded in 1921, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey builds, operates, and maintains many of the most important transportation and trade infrastructure assets in the country. The agency's network of aviation, ground, rail, and seaport facilities is among the busiest in the country, supports more than 550,000 regional jobs, and generates more than twenty three billion in annual wages and eighty billion in annual economic activity. The Port Authority also owns and manages the 16-acre World Trade Center site, where the 1,776-foot-tall One World Trade Center is now the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere.

　　Equal Opportunity Employer

　　The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey/Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.