Port of LA Accepting Summer Internship Applications

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The Port of Los Angeles is now accepting applications for its 2026 Summer Internship Program, which offers college students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working at the nation's busiest port. The 10-week program runs from June 15 to August 21, and interns can work up to 40 hours per week at the port's administrative offices in San Pedro or Wilmington.

Why it matters

The Port of Los Angeles internship program provides valuable real-world experience for college students, allowing them to develop job skills and build professional networks in a variety of fields, including engineering, construction, environmental management, and real estate. As one of the nation's most important economic hubs, the Port of LA offers unique insights and opportunities for students.

The details

The internship program is open to current undergraduate and graduate students, and assignments are available across multiple disciplines. Interns will be expected to work in-person during regular business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Hourly pay rates range from $18.33 to $25.01 per hour for general internships, and $23.48 to $37.13 per hour for student engineers.

• Applications are open now and will close on February 13, 2026.
• The 10-week internship program will run from June 15 to August 21, 2026.

What’s next

Interested students must apply by the February 13 deadline, and detailed application instructions can be found on the port's website.