Intern-Community Relations

Thank you for considering a career at Port Houston. We appreciate your interest in joining our team. By applying, you are taking an important step toward advancing your career with an organization committed to excellence.

Port Houston offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a diverse, inclusive work environment. Joining our team means embarking on a fulfilling career path with opportunities for growth and impact.
*** Before submitting your application, please ensure you have the following materials ready for submission:***
* *** A current resume in .pdf or .doc format***
* *** Your most recent transcript or proof of academic enrollment***
* *** Any relevant work samples or portfolio links (if applicable)
*** Once you have these materials prepared, you're ready to take the next step toward gaining valuable experience and making an impact with us at Port Houston.
We look forward to learning more about you and reviewing your application!
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* Position Summary:

** 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 or her particular areas of interest and apply them in a professional setting. He/she will gain a better understanding of their roles in a global business setting and be better prepared to work in the future.
** Responsibilities/Duties:
*** Support Port Houston’s community relations and workforce development efforts by assisting with planning, coordinating, and staffing community meetings, public events, tours, and outreach programs
* Help track, document, and organize community feedback, inquiries, and engagement activities to support transparency and reporting efforts.
* Assist with developing, reviewing, and editing outreach materials, presentations, and digital content to support Port Houston’s community and workforce development initiatives.
* Conduct research on community stakeholders, neighborhood associations, schools, non-profits, and civic organizations within the Port Houston service area.
* Provide administrative and logistical support for community sponsor ships, partnerships, and special events.
* Participate in community meetings, port tours, and outreach events, including taking notes and assisting with follow-up actions.
* Collaborate with internal departments such as Environmental Affairs, Government Relations, Operations, and Communications to support coordinated community initiatives and advance outreach goals.
* Maintain organized records, files, and databases related to community relations activities and outreach efforts.
* Perform other related duties as assigned to support the Community Relations/Workforce Development teams and Port Houston’s mission.
** Eligibility Requirements:
*** Students must be currently enrolled in and have already completed two semesters in an undergraduate or graduate degree program
* 2027/2028 graduation status preferred (junior/senior level)
* May 2026 graduates are not eligible unless enrolling in graduate program in Fall 2026
* Students must either attend a Houston area college/university or have a permanent 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 2.7 is preferred
* Students must be able to work throughout the established (11 to 12) week program dates
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* Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

*** Demonstrates strong organizational and analytical skills
* Demonstrates attention to detail
* Ability to multi-task
* Ability to prepare business cases and explain and/or support the recommended course of action
* Ability to self-manage work expectations
* Ability to work as an individual contributor and/or within a team
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to listen to business partners and understand their expectations and requirements
* Strong interpersonal and time management skills
* Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
* Willingness to learn
* Punctuality is key
* Ability to successfully pass fingerprinting background, as well as standard background check

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