Port Authority of NY & NJ Careers

Description

About the Internship

The Power, Signals and Communications (PS&C) Division is one of five operating divisions at PATH in charge of the 20+ electrical substations and electrical distribution infrastructure along the PATH system in both New Jersey and New York to provide power to move the trains as well as provide power for all the PATH stations, turnstiles, ticket vending machines, tenants, and much more.  PS&C also maintains and operates a fully compliant Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Positive Train Control (PTC) signal system which allows for the safe and efficient movement of trains with passengers along the system.  Lastly, PS&C is responsible for the carrier grade network that supports data for all PATH systems including security access and control, closed-circuit cameras, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and next train countdown clocks.  All the systems are maintained and operated by technically trained field staff with support and guidance from engineering staff within PS&C.

Responsibilities

• Updating the database for drawings and technical documents.
• Gather information and data from the field on electrical and/or communications systems for asset management reporting, project efforts and emergencies.
• Investigate and prepare reports on energy conservation initiatives.
• Cost reduction programs and maintenance procedures.
• Assist in implementing capital improvement projects to enhance existing and new electronic and computer-based systems as well as new electrical substations

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrollment at a college or university at the time of the internship
• Major in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Desired Qualifications

• Junior or senior in college
• Focus on Electrical Power Distribution
• Knowledge of electrical power distribution or electrical circuits theory
• Knowledge of various codes and industry standards

Internship Details

• The start date is expected to be Thursday, May 28, 2026
• This internship will require 36.25 hours per week during the summer with more flexibility during the school year
• This internship will normally take place Monday through Friday, but alternate days/hours will be available for learning opportunities to experience the complete PATH operation
• 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 business and 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 $21.85 to $31.22 (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
• Facility Tours
• Career Panels
• Social/Networking Events

How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply to this job by clicking on the "Apply Now" button and submitting a resume. The Port Authority of NY & NJ welcomes veteran and military spouse applications. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. About The Port Authority: Founded in 1921, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey builds, operates, and maintains many of the most important transportation and trade infrastructure assets in the country. The agency's network of aviation, ground, rail, and seaport facilities is among the busiest in the country, supports more than 550,000 regional jobs, and generates more than twenty three billion in annual wages and eighty billion in annual economic activity. The Port Authority also owns and manages the 16-acre World Trade Center site, where the 1,776-foot-tall One World Trade Center is now the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere. Equal Opportunity Employer The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey/Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the Port Authority’s policy, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws, to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment and who request the Port Authority do so, unless providing the requested accommodation would result in an undue hardship to the Port Authority. Job applicants may request a reasonable accommodation (1) if they claim a disability is affecting the interview process, or (2) to ensure that if they are selected for a position, they can perform the essential job functions. To submit a request, please contact the recruiter or email the Human Resources Department’s Disability Accommodation Coordinator at [email protected]. The Port Authority will treat any request for Reasonable Accommodation by a job applicant confidentially.