Job Summary
This position, under general supervision of the Manager of Commercial and Business Development, is responsible primarily for assisting in the completion of assigned projects and tasks as designated.
Essential Functions:
- Become familiar with Port of Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) Commercial & Business Development, Foreign Trade Zone, Operations and Communications areas
- Assist in identifying marketing opportunities related to specified programs, such as outlets to promote the Port
- Identify methods to increase Port recognition and the best way to invest marketing dollars
- Assist in compiling and analyzing data for market studies, cost analysis, and commodity tracking
- Performs research for cargo/business opportunities in expanding and new energy-related cargos within Texas and international markets
- Learn Port operations and support strategies for multimodal logistics
- Assist in the preparation and design of Port presentations required by the Executive and Commercial and Business Development Department
- Perform benchmark analysis comparing PCCA tariffs to other Gulf Ports
- Perform updates to contact database; works closely with IT
- Assist with scheduling, preparing, and attending meetings virtually and in person
- Assist with specified tasks and projects as required
- Adheres to Port policy and maintains good employee relations
- Completes assigned tasks and works required hours/shifts to fulfill Port objectives
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Additional Physical Factors:
While performing duties employee is regularly required to sit, speak or hear, use hand finger movements; occasionally required to stand, walk, reach stoop, kneel and lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Environmental Factors:
General office and outdoor work environments.
Minimum Qualifications:
This is an internship position. Candidates shall be enrolled in an accredited college or university with a major in Business Administration, Marketing or related field; demonstrated written and oral proficiency in the English language; proficiency in Spanish preferred. Strong writing, editing and graphic communication skills, organizational and time management skills; ability to operate a personal computer and a variety of programs, office equipment, and internet. Must deal effectively with the public and varying levels of management.
Application Process:
Interested and qualified candidates must apply online at www.portofcc.com on or before February 22nd, 2026, 11:59 PM CST.
If you are selected for a position with PCCA, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a drug test and alcohol screening as well as a verification of information and qualifications provided during the selection process. As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, PCCA is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status.