Intern- Electrical/Mechanical Operations- Port of Tampa

At Ports America, the Operations Intern with guidance from site leadership will contribute to planning, execution and supervision of the duties associated with terminal operations. This includes efficient, safe, and productive operations for your assigned customers, terminal area, and cargo type (Engineering Shop, Container Freight, RoRo, Bulk, Break Bulk, Cruise, etc.).Throughout the summer you will be exposed to our various operations; participate in informational sessions; and attend networking activities with some of the best professionals in the maritime industry. You will be introduced to tools and resources that will help you grow both professionally and personally.Essential Duties:Assist in supporting personnel to meet performance and customer needs.Help develop short-term business plans to achieve company goals.Support the review of daily labor orders for departmental alignment.Contribute to recommendations on managing overtime costs.Identify opportunities for cost reduction and assist with OPEX initiatives.Promote the Safety program and ensure compliance with procedures.Analyze safety trends and suggest improvements.Aid in creating operational plans for various departments.Collaborate with M&RTerminal Departments on equipment allocation.Build positive relationships with labor and union officials.Provide feedback to team members and municate performance expectations clearly.Ensure required certifications and training are plete other relevant tasks assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Enrollment at a collegeuniversitytrade school through Summer 2025 andor into the Fall 2025 semesterPursuing a degree in Logistics, Operations Management, Transportation, Maritime Administration, or Supply Chain Management from an accredited collegeuniversityTradeVocational SchoolValid US Driver's LicenseAbility to obtain Maintain TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Card) issued by the Department of Homeland Security Preferred Qualifications:GPA of 2.5 or higherExcellent judgment and proven leadership abilityStrong communication skillsEnthusiasm and eagerness to learnKnowledge of safety and accident prevention codes and regulationsStrong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Knowledge and understanding of cargo stowage and stability.Knowledge of and commitment to safety and accident prevention, safety codes and regulations, and related industry governmental regulations.Working Conditions:Climb up and down a ladder on a vessel multiple times within a shiftMust be able to work in extreme outdoor temperatures, dusty conditions, and occasionally high levels of noise.Work in an environment that may be hazardous to persons unable to see and hear fast moving equipment.Lift, push, andor pull up to ternship DetailsThe start date will be Monday, June 2nd, 2025The internship will last approximately 8-10 weeks, ending on Friday, August 15th, 2025This is a full-time internship (up to 30 hours a week, Mon- Friday)The format is expected to be in-person at Port or office locationSelection ProcessOnly applicants under consideration will be contactedIf selected to move forward, the hiring team will reach out directly to schedule 1-2 interviewsDifferent internships will have different timelines for interviewsCompensation & Benefits The hourly rate range is $25.00Continuing to develop your skills and experience at a growing organizationNOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.Ports America is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity andor expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. If you require additional information about our comprehensive data privacy policy (Employee Compliance Notice.pdf), we invite you to contact us via email at . Our dedicated team at Ports America will be pleased to address any specific inquiries or concerns you may have regarding the handling, protection, and security of your data. We are committed to ensuring the utmost privacy and confidentiality of your personal information and will gladly provide you with the necessary details to help you better understand our practices and protocols. Equal Opportunity EmployerProtected VeteransIndividuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Created: 2025-03-10