Channel Infrastructure Intern

Channel Infrastructure Intern Salary $15.00 Hourly Location Corpus Christi, TX Job Type Intern Job Number 2026-00505 Department Channel Infrastructure Opening Date 02/09/2026 Closing Date 2/22/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Job Summary This position, under the direct supervision of the Manager of Channel Infrastructure, will support the design, permitting, construction, and administration of capital improvement and maintenance projects related to the Port of Corpus Christi Authority's (PCCA) waterways, dock slips, and dredge material placement areas.

Essential Functions: • Assist in the planning, design, and construction of channel and waterway infrastructure projects • Conduct field data collection and inspections • Review project elements, engineering drawings, and supporting documentation • Process and index U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) real estate out grants and operational permits • Support the licensing and management of dredge material placement areas • Prepare technical exhibits, graphics, and correspondence • Promote and maintain a culture of environmental awareness and responsibility • Perform clerical and administrative tasks as needed • Establish and maintain organized office files and records • Adhere to Port policies and procedures while maintaining positive employee and stakeholder relations • Perform other related duties as assigned

Additional Physical Factors: While performing duties employees are regularly required to sit, speak or hear, use hand finger movements; occasionally required to stand, walk, reach stoop, kneel and lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Use of steel toe boots, safety glasses, hard-hat, high-vis vest required in field environments.

Environmental Factors: General office environment/Field environment likely exposure to adverse weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications: This is an internship position. Candidates shall be attending an accredited college or university with a major in Civil or Coastal/Marine Engineering or a related field (preferred); demonstrated written and oral proficiency in the English language; proficiency in Spanish preferred. Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software such as AutoCAD or Civil 3D preferred. Strong writing, editing and speaking skills, organizational and time management skills; ability to operate a personal computer and a variety of programs, office equipment, and internet. Must deal effectively with the public and varying levels of management.

Application Process: Interested and qualified candidates must apply online at www.portofcc.com on or before February 22nd, 2026, 11:59 PM CST.

If you are selected for a position with PCCA, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a drug test and alcohol screening as well as a verification of information and qualifications provided during the selection process.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, PCCA is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status.

While interning at the Port of Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA), I understand that I will not be entitled to participate in or receive any benefits from PCCA, including any benefits under any PCCAs employee benefit plan.

01 Are you 18 years or older? Yes No

02 Are you authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or visa? Yes No

03 This internship program requires the student to be currently enrolled in a college or university, in pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor, or Graduate degree at an accredited institution. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

04 If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please specify your major.

05 This position requires the student to have a current class standing of a Sophomore or above. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

06 This position requires the student to have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No

07 The selected candidate will be expected to complete a Project Presentation, as part of their internship experience. Would you be able to meet this expectation? Yes No

08 This position requires the ability to work a maximum of 25 hours per week, within an 8AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday workweek. Would you be able to meet this requirement? Yes No

Required Question Employer Port Of Corpus Christi Authority Address 400 Charles Zahn Jr. Drive Corpus Christi, Texas, 78401 Phone 361.885.6162 Website https://portofcc.com/