Summer Intern, Finance

Description

About the Internship

The Major Capital Projects (MCP) Department is seeking a Summer Intern to support its Finance/Cost Control team. This internship offers hands-on exposure to the financial and analytical functions that support some of the region's most complex transportation infrastructure projects. Interns will work alongside experienced Port Authority professionals, gaining experience in budgeting, project controls, contract analysis, and financial documentation. This role sits at the center of MCP's mission to deliver major construction projects effectively and efficiently, offering valuable experience for students interested in finance, public service, or infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Review and update project budget documents based on current project information

• Analyze change orders and contract documents

• Analyze contractor and consultant invoices

• Participate in contract close-out processes

• Attend project controls and project management meetings with Port Authority professionals

• Develop improved workflow processes

• Evaluate and review expenditures related to grants and stakeholder agreements

• Conduct ad-hoc reporting and financial analyses

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrollment at a college or university at the time of the internship

• Major in Finance, Accounting or related discipline

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet tools

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Interest in contributing to the success of the New York and New Jersey region

• Interest in public service and/or transportation

Internship Details

• The start date will be Thursday, May 28, 2026

• The internship will last approximately 12 weeks, ending on Friday, August 21, 2026

• This is a full-time internship (5 days per week at 7.25 hours per day)

• In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits interns to work remotely a maximum of one day per week. In person collaboration is essential to how the Port Authority conducts businessand regular in-office days or team collaboration days may be required depending on business needs. Some internships may require interns to be fully in-person.

Selection Process

• Only applicants under consideration will be contacted

• If selected to move forward, the hiring team will reach out directly to schedule 1-2 interviews

• Different internships will have different timelines for interviews

Compensation & Benefits

• The hourly rate range is $18.07 to $30.31 (the exact rate will be determined by internship type and rising school year)

• Ability to opt in to the New York State and Local Retirement System

• Access to Employee Business Resource Groups (https://www.jointheportauthority.com/pages/diversity-inclusion-programs)

• Facility Tours

• Career Panels

• Social/Networking Events

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