Description
About the Engineering & Architecture Associates Program:
The Engineering & Architecture Associates Program is a two-year rotational program at The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey open to Engineering and Architecture students who are receiving a bachelor’s or master’s degree between September 2023 and May 2024. During their first year, Associates rotate through different Engineering/Architecture disciplines in both construction and design. Associates also rotate through different Port Authority facilities, like: George Washington Bridge; Holland Tunnel; JFK Airport; LaGuardia Airport; Lincoln Tunnel; Newark Airport; PATH; World Trade Center; and more. In their second year, Associates focus on the discipline they applied for. In addition to gaining hands-on experience and becoming part of the team in each rotation, the Engineering & Architecture Associates Program also provides mentorship, professional development, training, networking, and facility tours.
Even though this is a rotational program, Associates are full-time, permanent employees with a yearly salary and benefits. After successful completion of the program, Associates are promoted to Associate Engineer/Architect. As of 2023, there are close to 200 program alumni still working at the agency. Most Associates grow their careers within the Engineering Department (we have Associates who have rose to Chief positions) while others transition to engineering roles in other departments like: Aviation; Operations Services; Major Capital Projects; PATH; Planning & Regional Development; Port; Sustainability; Tunnels, Bridges & Terminals; World Trade Center; and more.
The 2024 cohort is expected to start in the beginning of June.
About the Electrical Design Division:
The Port Authority’s airports, ports, ferries, tunnels, bridges, bus terminals, and rail transportation systems are important transportation links in the region. The Electrical Design Division provides engineering design services and prepares preliminary and final documents for innovative planning, design, construction, and operation of the most critical electrical and electronics assets within Port Authority facilities. The Electrical Design Division is part of a multi-discipline group of engineers and other design professionals that form the Engineering Department within Port Authority
Responsibilities:
While there’s no typical day for an Associate because rotations vary, some examples of responsibilities related to the Electrical Design Division include:
- Visiting project sites to observe, measure, and take notes.
- Preparing preliminary designs, physical/virtual models, contract drawings and/or details for projects
- Monitoring and inspecting projects under construction in the field
Examples of Rotations for an Electrical Design Associate:
The most recent rotations have included: Electrical Design; Resiliency & Sustainability; Project Delivery; Construction, Field Inspection; Materials; Quality Assurance, Structural Integrity; Enterprise Asset Management; and Operations, Financial Services