Port Terminal Engineering & Maintenance Intern

A.P. Moller - Maersk; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

APM Terminals Los Angeles offers a hands-on internship in maintenance and engineering within a major port environment. You will learn through practical exposure to maintenance management activities, equipment reliability, and system integration under supervision.

The program targets students in STEM fields, emphasizes problem solving, and includes collaboration with experienced technicians, storekeepers, and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a STEM bachelor’s degree program.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Interest in engineering, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Basic knowledge of control systems, robotics, or electrical/mechanical systems preferred.
• Programming knowledge and PC applications proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance management activities to improve equipment and system performance.
• Support preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and safety practices.
• Review and improve routine maintenance and repair checklists.
• Assist with data entry, maintenance shift reports, equipment records, and software updates.
• Apply basic mechanical, electrical, and automation principles in daily operations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects and safety initiatives.

Skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors degree in STEM (enrolled)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maintenance software

Job description

APM Terminals Los Angeles offers a hands-on internship in maintenance and engineering within a major port environment. You will learn through practical exposure to maintenance management activities, equipment reliability, and system integration under supervision.

The program targets students in STEM fields, emphasizes problem solving, and includes collaboration with experienced technicians, storekeepers, and cross-functional teams.