FAQs
What is the purpose of the internship program at the Port of San Diego's Real Estate Department?
The purpose of the internship program is to provide part-time employment opportunities for college-level interns to perform job assignments closely related to their area of study.
What are the work hour restrictions for the intern position?
Total scheduled work hours for interns shall not exceed 25 hours per week, and the positions are available Monday through Friday.
What are the essential duties and responsibilities of the Marketing & Communications intern?
The intern will assist with marketing and public relations campaigns, provide copywriting support, learn analytics and develop campaign recaps, update website content, maintain promotional items, assist with media monitoring and outreach, support upcoming events, and more.
Who can apply for the internship program?
Any full-time or part-time college or graduate-level student currently enrolled at an accredited college or university may apply for consideration for the internship vacancies.
What is the maximum duration for which interns can work post-graduation?
At the discretion of the department appointment authority, interns may continue to work up to 25 hours per week for up to two years following their graduation.
What are the minimum education requirements for the intern position?
Students must be currently enrolled as part-time students (generally six to eleven units) or full-time students (generally twelve or more units) at an accredited college or university.
What special requirements must applicants meet?
Applicants must possess a current, valid California Class C driver's license and may need to pass background checks if assigned to certain facilities. Additionally, those assigned to Harbor Police facilities must pass a background investigation that might include a polygraph examination.
Is the internship position paid, and how is the compensation determined?
Yes, the internship position is paid. The hourly rate depends on the degree level (undergraduate, graduate, doctorate) and the total number of semester/quarter units completed upon hire.
What is the policy regarding COVID-19 vaccination for interns?
The District has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy, so if interns are not currently vaccinated, they will need to get vaccinated prior to their start date unless they have a qualified medical or religious exemption.
What accommodations are available for persons with disabilities applying for this internship?
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of the internship with reasonable accommodation, which will be evaluated on an individual basis.