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 Enterprise Asset Management Division:
Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) is a program of projects and initiatives that utilize world class principles and best practices to assess, maintain, and manage the Port Authority’s physical assets throughout their lifecycle while providing visibility into their health. Through workforce empowerment and continuous improvement in processes, technology, work methods, and tools, EAM optimizes asset risk, performance, and cost.
Responsibilities:
While there’s no typical day for an Associate because rotations vary, some examples of responsibilities related to the Enterprise Asset Management Division include:
- Monitoring and controlling of asset strategies and performance
- Standard and ad hoc reporting
- Analyzing, interpreting, and visualizing data for agency leadership and facility personnel
- Identifying new opportunities for process improvement
- Assisting in initiatives related to both technology enhancement and standards development