Summer Homeland Security & Emergency Management Intern - (2027) - $20.00/hr.

Delaware River Port Authority Police Department

Camden (NJ)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 32,000

Full time

22 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid weekly

Free parking

Job summary

Delaware River Port Authority Police Department (DRPA) seeks college students for the 2027 summer internship program at the Benjamin Franklin Bridge Administration Building in Camden, NJ. The internship offers hands-on exposure within Homeland Security & Emergency Management, with daily tasks assigned by the Project Manager and a 40-hour workweek for ten weeks.

Requirements include full-time undergraduate enrollment, transcripts, and eligibility criteria such as background checks and

Qualifications

Basic exposure to reading and analyzing information from coursework or projects.
Ability to write clearly and thoughtfully with guidance.
Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks accurately and on time.
Openness to learning new concepts, tools, and processes.

Responsibilities

Report to the assigned Project Manager and review daily tasks; work semi-independently and report security protocol anomalies.

Skills

Reading & analysis

Clear writing

Following instructions

Attention to detail

Education

Homeland Security studies / Critical Intelligence studies / quantitative methods (public sector)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This position will be posted from November 2, 2026 to November 16, by 4:00 p.m.

Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test and a background check.

DRPA and PATCO are subject to federal law, under which marijuana continues to be illegal.

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Paid Internship Description

The Delaware River Port Authority (“DRPA”) is a bi‑state agency of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New Jersey. It owns and operates the Benjamin Franklin, Walt Whitman, Commodore Barry, and Betsy Ross Bridges which are four major bridge crossings of the Delaware River. The Authority’s transit subsidiary, the Port Authority Transit Corporation (“PATCO”), operates a two‑track rapid transit line between Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Lindenwold, New Jersey.

Program Description: The hourly rate will be $20.00/hr.

The DRPA/PATCO is seeking to hire college students for the 2027 summer season. The hourly rate for most administrative intern positions is $20.00. While former summer interns are welcome to apply, past employment as a summer intern does not guarantee that you will be selected for an internship during summer 2027.

Students who wish to apply for a summer internship must meet the following criteria:

Successful completion of a pre‑employment evaluation which includes drug (including marijuana) and alcohol.
Successful completion of a criminal background investigation conducted by a third‑party vendor.
Applicants must be 18 years of age.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Submit an official college or university transcript with the institution’s raised seal verifying that you were enrolled full‑time in an undergraduate degree program during both the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. The transcript must verify completion of at least 24 credits total, including a minimum of 12 credits in Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.
Submit official college or university documentation verifying full‑time enrollment in an undergraduate degree program for the Fall 2027 semester, with a minimum of 12 credits.
Verification of Full‑time Enrollment – Transcript Submission Deadline: Upon acceptance, students must submit a signed Acknowledgment of Understanding Form acknowledging that failure to satisfy all eligibility requirements and to provide the required documentation, including an official transcript by June 15, 2027, will result in immediate removal from the program without exception.
Home residence must be located within DRPA’s Port District, which includes (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania, and Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Ocean, and Salem, counties in New Jersey).
Be available to work in‑person, full‑time, 40 hours per week, (including a paid lunch hour) for the entire 10‑week period, from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027.

Department Requesting Intern: Homeland Security & Emergency Management Department

Desired Skills & Professional Expectations

This internship is designed to provide college students with meaningful, hands‑on exposure to a professional work environment. While extensive prior experience is not required, we’re looking for students who have:

Basic exposure to reading and analyzing information (coursework, projects, case studies, or research assignments)
Ability to write clearly and thoughtfully, with guidance and feedback
Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks accurately and on time
Openness to learning new concepts, tools, and processes throughout the internship
Confidence to ask questions, seek clarification, and apply constructive feedback
Attention to detail and commitment to quality work
Problem‑solving mindset when approaching assignments
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Students are expected to demonstrate professional conduct, including reliability, respectful and effective communication, and accountability.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Report to the assigned Project Manager (PM). Review daily tasks with the PM. Work semi‑independently on assigned tasks. Ask the PM questions for better understanding when necessary. Report any anomalies of security protocols. Other duties as assigned within the Security and Emergency Management environment.

Education and/or Experience

Homeland Security studies, Critical Intelligence studies, or quantitative methods in the public sector studies.
Intermediate skill level in using MS Office.

Work Location

Benjamin Franklin Bridge Administration Building, located in Camden, NJ

Work Hours

7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

A Few Benefits of Interning at the Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA) and the Port Authority Transit Corporation (PATCO):

Competitive pay.
Paid weekly.
Free parking at all facilities.
Complimentary passage on DRPA bridges when they are used for commuting to and from work only.
Complimentary travel on PATCO, when the train is used for commuting to and from work only.
Opportunity to participate in a meaningful learning experience with industry leaders and professionals.

What You’ll Gain

As part of a supportive team, you’ll gain practical real‑world experience, develop essential professional skills, and opportunities to build a strong professional foundation.