Emergency Management Intern

Salary: $15.00 Hourly
Location : 400 Charles Zahn, Jr. Drive, Corpus Christi, TX
Job Type: Intern
Job Number: 2026-00532
Department: Emergency Management
Opening Date: 06/26/2026
Closing Date: 7/12/2026 11:59 PM Central


Job Summary
This position, under the general supervision of the Emergency Management Specialist, is responsible for supporting a comprehensive emergency management program for the Port of Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA).

Essential Functions:

• Assist in the development, coordination and execution of an exercise to test a portion of the Port's Emergency Action Plan
• Support the completion of an After-Action Review and Improvement Plan for the exercise
• Assist the Director of Emergency Management in daily program activities and general administrative duties with the primary focus on training and exercise program development and operational readiness
• Attends meetings, participates in exercises and assist in the Emergency Operations Center and/or Command Post during emergencies
• Adheres to PCCA policy, and maintains good employee relations
• Assist the division with special projects as directed and performs other duties as assigned
• Spring Semester: Assists with coordination of the regional preparedness conference and exercise
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Physical Factors :

While performing duties employee is regularly required to sit, speak or hear, use hand to finger movements; frequently required to stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel and lift and/or move up to 30 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 majoring in public safety, fire science, law enforcement; emergency management, or emergency response with demonstrated written and oral proficiency in the English language; proficiency in Spanish preferred. Candidates applying in the Spring semester majoring in communications, marketing, or other related majors will be considered to assist with coordination of the regional preparedness conference and exercise. 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 on or before July 12th, 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.
While interning at the Port of Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA), I understand that I will not be entitled to participate in or receive any benefits from PCCA, including any benefits under any PCCA's employee benefit plan.
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Are you 18 years or older?

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• No

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Are you authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or visa?

• Yes
• No

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This internship program requires the student to be currently enrolled in a college or university, in pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor, or Graduate degree at an accredited institution. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please specify your major.
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This position requires the student to have a current class standing of a Sophomore or above. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires the student to have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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The selected candidate will be expected to complete a Project Presentation, as part of their internship experience. Would you be able to meet this expectation?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires the ability to work a maximum of 25 hours per week, within an 8AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday workweek. Would you be able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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