Internship - Engineering Asset Management

APM Terminals; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

APM Terminals Los Angeles offers an internship program to develop practical maintenance and engineering skills within a large-scale port environment.

You will work with maintenance and engineering teams, gaining exposure to terminal equipment, asset management, and software tools while learning from experienced professionals and participating in safety and continuous-improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s degree program with a STEM focus.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Interest in engineering, maintenance, equipment reliability and troubleshooting.
• Basic knowledge of control systems, robotics, maintenance, electrical or mechanical systems.
• Programming knowledge and proficiency with PC applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance management activities and initiatives that improve equipment and system performance.
• Support preventive maintenance processes, equipment inspections, troubleshooting activities, and safety practices.
• Help review and improve routine maintenance and repair checklists.
• Assist with data entry, maintenance shift reports, equipment records, and maintenance software updates.
• Apply basic mechanical, electrical, and automation principles while supporting daily operations.
• Participate in equipment troubleshooting efforts and help identify opportunities to reduce repetitive breakdowns and improve reliability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects, safety initiatives, and other assigned learning projects.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM (enrolled)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maintenance software

Job description

APM Terminals is part of Maersk, an integrated transport and logistics company and a global leader in container shipping and ports with a presence in 67 terminal facilities in 38 countries, on five continents. APM Terminals is ranked the world’s fourth largest container terminal operator and APM Terminals Los Angeles is the largest container port terminal in the Western Hemisphere, featuring over 507 acres of world-class infrastructure. We are a people’s business, where diversity of thought, skills, and experiences of our over 20,000 employees bring to work every day is what makes a positive difference– we call it APM Terminals Way of Working which drives us through a never-ending cycle of change and improvement, fueled by exceptional and engaged people. APM Terminals Los Angeles is moving towards a terminal automation footprint, and our internship program is designed to enhance a students’ work experience both technically and personally–

What We Can Offer At APM Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement means every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers by continuously refining how we work. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work. Gain practical exposure to maintenance management, equipment reliability, and engineering support activities. Learn from experienced mechanics, storekeepers, and cross-functional operational teams. Participate in automation, system integration, continuous improvement, and safety initiatives. Develop technical and professional skills through hands‑on experience in a large-scale port environment.

Key Responsibilities

You will support the maintenance and engineering teams while developing a practical understanding of terminal equipment and asset management processes.

Under supervision, you may:

• Assist with maintenance management activities and initiatives that improve equipment and system performance.
• Support preventive maintenance processes, equipment inspections, troubleshooting activities, and safety practices.
• Help review and improve routine maintenance and repair checklists.
• Assist with data entry, maintenance shift reports, equipment records, and maintenance software updates.
• Apply basic mechanical, electrical, and automation principles while supporting daily operations.
• Participate in equipment troubleshooting efforts and help identify opportunities to reduce repetitive breakdowns and improve reliability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects, safety initiatives, and other assigned learning projects.

What We Are Looking For

Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a thoughtful improvement mindset, curious about how work gets done and motivated to make meaningful, sustainable improvements over time.

• Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s degree program with a STEM focus, preferably Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Interest in engineering, maintenance, equipment reliability, and troubleshooting.
• Basic knowledge or experience in control systems, robotics, maintenance, mechanical systems, or electrical systems is preferred.
• Programming knowledge and proficiency with PC applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
• Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow directions in a dynamic operational environment.

Work Schedule

Interns will work full-time during the summer and part-time during the academic year. No overtime.

Location

2500 Navy Way, Terminal Island, CA 90731

Additional Information

This internship requires working both in office and operational environments. You may spend time indoors using computer systems and maintenance software, as well as outdoors supporting equipment-related activities and learning opportunities. The role provides exposure to real-world maintenance operations, engineering processes, and asset management practices while adhering to established safety standards. Interns work full-time during the summer and part-time during the academic year. This position is hourly, non-exempt, and is intended to provide valuable training and work experience for students pursuing academic studies.

Notice to applicants applying to positions in the United States

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At APM Terminals, we are a team of over 20,000 employees spread across more than 60 countries united by a passion to provide our expertise in port operations and container management services. By providing the expertise and port infrastructure essential to world trade, we actively support the advancement of the societies around us, enabling local economies to unlock their potential and build an even stronger global community. Working with a team of talented professionals you will get a chance to experience different cultures and make friends all over the world. You’ll find a culturally diverse, stimulating environment at any of our offices, terminals or depots. When you join APM Terminals, the world is your workplace. APM Terminals is an independent business unit within the Danish Maersk Group – a Global Fortune 500 company with about 89,000 employees and offices in 130 countries with global growth opportunities in a range of fields from shipping and energy to our offshore and manufacturing industries.