Civil Engineering Summer Intern
Company Overview
The Port of Palm Beach is one of Florida’s most dynamic and accessible deepwater ports, playing a vital role in regional and international trade. Located in Riviera Beach, the Port serves as a key gateway for cargo movement between the United States, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
Handling a diverse range of commodities—including containerized cargo, bulk materials, and petroleum products—the Port supports critical supply chains and contributes significantly to the local and state economic
The Port of Palm Beach is committed to operational excellence, environmental responsibility, and community engagement. With a focus on safety, innovation, and customer service, the Port fosters a collaborative work environment where employees play an essential role in driving growth and maintaining high standards across all operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Drafting: Assist with the modification of AutoCAD drawings and ensure
- precise, to-scale printing for project documentation.
- Infrastructure Assessment: Conduct field inspections (driving the Port) to observe and report on the condition of roads, utilities, and drainage systems.
Advanced Data Collection:
- Operate aerial photographic platforms (drones) for site mapping and progress photos.
- Operate underwater Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) for sub-surface infrastructure inspections.
Project Documentation:
- Assist in the preparation of engineering sketches and the development of formal Bid Documents.
Cross-Functional Communication:
- Interface with Procurement, Finance, Tenant
- Relations, Operations, Security, and external contractors to ensure project alignment.
Project Management:
- Support project scheduling and help facilitate coordination
- between various Port divisions.
Professional Presentations:
- Prepare and deliver oral presentations regarding project status or findings to internal stakeholders.
The Port Engineer’s Office is responsible for ensuring the Port remains fully operational at all times by maintaining critical infrastructure, including roads, drainage, lighting, water, sewer, and fire suppression systems. The intern will assist the Port Engineer in evaluating infrastructure conditions, defining repair scopes, coordinating with consultants, and managing construction oversight. This summer, the intern will play a key role in a large-scale project involving significant site planning and multi-division coordination.
Qualifications & Skills
- Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil, Environmental, or
- Structural Engineering.
- Software Proficiency: Basic proficiency in AutoCAD and general computer literacy
- (Microsoft Office Suite).
- Planning: Ability to create and manage project schedules.
- Communication: Written and verbal communication skills; comfortable
- interacting with diverse departments and tenants.
- Licensing: Must possess a valid driver’s license for field inspections within the Port.
Education Requirements
- High School Junior/Senior
- College Student
- Graduate Student
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Remote
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