The Port of Long Beach is one of the world's busiest seaports and is a leading gateway for international trade. Credited with moving $180 billion in trade, the Port serves as a critical hub for international commerce and is a major transportation center. Port-related international trade has wide-ranging economic impact, supporting millions of jobs that benefit the region and entire country.

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The Engineering Bureau consists of two distinct and interrelated groups: Design/Maintenance & Program Delivery. These two groups consist of 5 distinct divisions: Construction Management, Design, Maintenance, Program Management, and Project Controls. The Construction Management Division is responsible for managing construction and professional services contracts awarded by the Board of Harbor Commissioners, and managing the Port's Labor Compliance Program.

The Construction Management Division is seeking Administrative Interns to perform routine, non-professional engineering work.


This is an unclassified (Non-Civil Service) position. Non-career positions typically average 20 hours per week, up to 29 hours a week, for a total of 1040 hours in a year for a maximum of two years.

Under supervision, the Administrative Intern:

• Collects, compiles and analyzes statistical and technical data related to Construction Management activities
• Works closely with the project team monitoring the quality, cost and scheduling of construction projects
• Prepares cost estimates from engineering plans for infrastructure improvements
• Provides technical assistance to Engineering staff
• Assists in minor construction inspection and assists with contractor invoice review
• Keeps supervisor informed regularly on status of work activities and issues
• Interacts closely with the Construction Management Division and with other divisions as required
• Corresponds and communicates with internal Port employees and consultants via email, phone and live meetings
• Maintains a positive relationship with internal Port divisions, contractors and consultants
• Other related duties as required

To apply, please click on the "Apply" link and submit your application online. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2019. The Port reserves the right to extend the filing period, without notice, in order to accept additional applications.

Following the close of the filing period, the Port will review the applications to determine the most qualified candidates. Those determined most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process.
 

The Port of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.  If a special accommodation is desired or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 283-7500 or email humanresources@polb.com. In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public. 

For technical issues with your application, please call (877) 204-4442. 

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.