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Salary: $25.09 Hourly
Location : City of Long Beach, CA
Job Type: Unclassified - Part-Time, Temporary
Job Number: UNCL26-029
Department: Harbor - (UC)
Division: HARBOR-P&EA-PORT PLANNING
Opening Date: 06/16/2026
Closing Date: 6/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION
THE PORT OF LONG BEACH IS SEEKING
AN ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN IN THE PORT PLANNING DIVISION
(This is an at-will position)
Hourly Wage: $25.08
The Port of Choice:
The Port of Long Beach is an international gateway for the reliable, efficient, and sustainable movement of goods and is a leader in environmental stewardship. Credited with moving $300 billion in trade, the Port serves as a critical hub for international commerce and is a major transportation center. East-Asian trade accounts for the bulk of Long Beach shipments. Port-related international trade has a wide-ranging economic impact, supporting millions of jobs that benefit the region and entire country.
To learn more about the Port of Long Beach, visit our website at www.polb.com
Why we want to hear from YOU...
The Port of Long Beach is committed to fostering a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment - one where every teammate feels valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We recognize the strength that comes from a broad range of perspectives and experiences, and we aim to create a workplace culture that encourages open communication, mutual respect, and shared success. Our commitment to LIFE/WORK BLEND - where LIFE leads - reflects our belief that personal well-being fuels professional excellence. Every day, Port teammates bring a spirit of curiosity, teamwork, and service excellence that sets us apart as a global industry leader. Our teammates arrive daily with the ethos to collaborate, foster intellectual curiosity, and provide unparalleled service. If you share these values and our enthusiasm, your next career opportunity is with THE PORT OF CHOICE!
The Port is committed to ensuring our interns have a wonderful experience, giving them the foundation and skills to be successful beyond this internship.
The Team...
Port Planning is a division of the Bureau of Planning and Environmental Affairs. The Port Planning Division is organized around three functional groups: Strategic Plan & Land Use Group, Economics & Funding Group, and Transportation Development Group.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
The Role...
Under the direction of the Director of Port Planning and Port Planning Division staff, the Port Planning intern performs tasks related to planning and development for the Port.
How you will contribute as a Port Planning Intern:

• Support short- and long-range planning efforts that inform future land use development and infrastructure improvements at the Port.
• Review and analyze transportation and goods movement issues.
• Assemble, organize, evaluate, and present data for use in Port economic, land use and transportation studies, regional transportation studies, and/or grant applications.
• Analyze regional, state and national transportation policies and programs and assess their impact or benefit to the Port and its stakeholders.
• Assist in research and review of transportation policy.
• Assist in the preparation, review, and update of planning documents and programs.
• Support managing the Port's Port Master Plan and Port's Risk Management Plan (RMP) in accordance with the California Coastal Act (CCA).
• Assist in the review, analysis, and preparation of land use studies for Port facilities.
• Conduct or assist in the analysis of regulatory, legislative, and permitting issues.
• Assist with Geographic Information System (GIS) data collection, organization, and mapping.
• Assist in gathering, analyzing, and presenting input/output from the Land Use Model (LUM), which includes the Integrated Land Use Tool (ILUT) and the Port Terminal Capacity Model (PTCM).
• Assist in collecting information on terminal throughput, berth, and land utilization in the Port.
• Assist in the preparation of market, planning, and logistics studies, including research, technical analyses, and documentation preparation.
• Assist with Request for Proposals, task authorizations, and related project documents.
• Assist in coordination with Port consultants and outside agency representatives.
• Prepare reports and correspondence.
• Perform other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Current student enrolled in an accredited college or university with 60 completed units or more, or completion of a Bachelor's degree in the last 12 months.
• A major in Urban and Regional Planning/Policy or a closely-related field is preferred.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and areas of technical expertise is required.
• Familiarity with planning principles and methodologies is helpful.
• Understanding of basic project management and effective organizational skills is helpful.
• Experience with data collection, reviewing, and preparing documents/spreadsheets is desirable.
• Experience using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is desirable.
• Experience working for or with regulatory agencies, planning/environmental organizations, or industry is desirable.

Technical Skills Needed:

• Effective use of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Must be able to adapt and use new software programs, as applicable.
• Must be able to review and interpret regulatory language and determine how the requirements apply to port facilities and operations.
• Require the ability to gather information, identify research resources, and find solutions.
• Must be able to compose and edit correspondence.
• Must have excellent proofreading and editing skills and be detail-oriented.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Require strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as the ability to work independently.
• Must be able to clearly coordinate with supervisors and co-workers.
• Require a collaborative work style, fostering cooperation and teamwork.
• Must be able to maintain an even temperament and have a willingness to change priorities and be flexible as circumstances dictate.

Incomplete applications or applications that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered.
SPECIAL NOTEThis is an unclassified, "at-will" position. The appointed candidate will serve at the discretion of the Port of Long Beach and can be terminated at any time. In such an event, the candidate has no right to any appeal or grievance procedure under any rule or regulation of the City of Long Beach.
The non-career Intern position typically works 20 hours per week, and cannot exceed an average of 29 hours per week throughout the year, up to a total of 1600 hours in a year for a maximum of two years. Flexibility is offered within typical business hours. The assignment may end at any time, but under no circumstances will it extend beyond two years.
If you require an accommodation because of a disability in order to participate in any phase of the application/selection process, please contact (562) 283-7500.
The Port of Long Beach is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
How do we start the conversation?
Please submit 1) cover letter, 2) resume, and 3) college transcripts in PDF form with your application. Submissions will only be accepted online at
Incomplete applications or applications that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered.
Application deadline:
The final filing date for this recruitment is: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 @ 11:59 pm PST.
The Port reserves the right to extend the closing date without notice in order to accept additional applications. Individuals identified to be most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. References will be completed for finalist candidates; an employment offer is contingent on the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.
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Are you currently enrolled in an accredited college or university with at least a junior standing?

• Yes
• No

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Have you completed a Bachelor's degree in the last 12 months?

• Yes
• No

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Is your college major Urban Planning or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

Required Question