The purpose of the Port of Palm Beach Summer Internship Program is to introduce interns to varies career fields within the Port industry and teach them valuable skills that can easily translate to any career.
The Port of Palm Beach is offering a paid Summer Internship Program for 2026 high school graduates (enrolled in college in Summe ro Fall 2026) and college students interested in gaining work experience. The eight- week internship program provides comprehensive training and hands-on experience in specific departments with additional opportunities to learn about various aspects of the Port and its operations beyond the intern’s primary duties.
Key Responsibilities:
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Batch and load at the appropriate time to arrive on the jobsite as scheduled
Complete all paperwork in its entirety and forward as applicable
Review raw material requirements for next day/future order and place orders with quarries/haulers
Send Admixture inventories on weekly basis to supplier to ensure sufficient inventory is onsite Personnel Supervision
Monitor job performance and productivity
Coordinate’s drivers schedule, calls off drivers, if necessary, based on workload
Ensure that all employees are using all necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and are working safely
Maintenance of Plant/Yard General Housekeeping
Oversee or complete all maintenance needed for the safe and efficient operation of the assigned plant including plant/yard inspections and maintenance (as per the Plant Maintenance Schedule)
Description:
Ready-Mixed Concrete Plant
Learn the process to produce concrete from raw materials and additives according to predetermined specifications using computer batching software. The Batch Operator will verify that the correct admixtures are used in the proper dosages and will then provide verification that the concrete batched meets the specifications established by the company and the customer.
Education Requirements
GPA: 2.75
Education Level:
High School Junior/Senior
College Student
Graduate Student
Open to Palm Beach County High School Students Only: Yes