General Cargo Administration Intern

Job Description

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.

Application Materials Required:

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!

Position Summary

Responsible for learning all areas of general cargo administration, including vessel operations, cargo staging both in the transit sheds and open laydown areas, an understanding of Tariff 8 and our lease agreements, truck office procedures, safety, statistical data collection and analysis. This position will work closely with many departments within Port Houston and will observe the relationship of many of its stakeholders.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Work closely with each manager and supervisor within the General Cargo group and assist with vessel scheduling, cargo placement, traffic control, and communicate with stevedores and tenants.
• Assist with rail staging at the North Side Turning Basin.
• Become familiar with Navis N4.
• Assist with cargo staging at 32A/33A.
• Review and comprehend monthly statistical reports.
• Attend PHA Commission meeting to understand the procurement and formal process of decision making.
• Interface with truck drivers to assist locating their final destination and safety.
• Attend internal and external meetings to gain a better understanding of the maritime industry.
• Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
• Perform other duties as required

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 ten to twelve-week (10-12) program dates

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Excellent customer service and communication skills, including strong verbal and listening skills.
• Sound judgment and critical thinking skills.
• 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.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to listen to business partners and understand their expectations and requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Willingness to learn.
• Punctuality.

Work Site Location

The work site location of this job is:

Port Houston Administration Building

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high.

To apply, please go to porthouston.com/careers. Only applications submitted through the Port Houston Careers website will be acknowledged. Port Houston is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. Government.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

We appreciate your interest in Port Houston. Port Houston is an equal employment opportunity employer. Port Houston’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Port Houston also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Application must be completed in full.