Summer Risk Management Intern - (2027) - $20.00/hr.

Delaware River Port Authority; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid weekly

Free parking

Bridge passage on DRPA bridges

PATCO travel for commuting

Professional learning experience

Job summary

Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA) invites college students to join its 2027 Summer Internship in Risk Management, based in Camden, NJ. The program emphasizes hands-on exposure to professional environments with structured training and project work.

Applicants must meet eligibility criteria, pass drug and background checks, and be enrolled as undergraduates with full-time status for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027. 10-week schedule with full-time hours and paid weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Coursework or experience in Risk Management, Insurance, or related field.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to research, interpret, and summarize information.
• Willingness to learn, manage multiple assignments, and follow procedures.
• MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Review COIs for compliance with requirements, with guidance.
• Assist in documenting insurance requirements for contracts and procurements.
• Support the presentation of insurance and risk requirements at pre-bid meetings.
• Use Driver History Forms to direct MVR reviews.
• Assist with reviews of MVRs per Fleet Safety Program.
• Analyze injury and incident data to identify trends and prepare reports.
• Support annual insurance renewal data gathering and applications.
• Draft, update SOPs and internal guidance documents.
• Create and update PowerPoint presentations and training materials.
• Update intranet content with clear, accurate information.
• Conduct basic research on insurance, risk, and safety topics.
• Support enterprise risk management projects and best practices.
• Attend meetings, take notes, and prepare follow-ups.

Skills

Reading & analysis

Written communication

Following instructions

Learning mindset

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Risk Management coursework

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.

Please check your spam or clutter for any emails regarding this selection process.

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:

1. Successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation which includes drug (including marijuana) and alcohol.
2. Successful completion of a criminal background investigation conducted by a third-party vendor.
3. Applicants must be 18 years of age.
4. High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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).
9. 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: Risk 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

• Reviewing Certificates of Insurance (COIs) for compliance with established insurance requirements, with guidance and oversight.
• Assisting in the development and documentation of insurance requirements for contracts, procurements, and other projects.
• Supporting the presentation of insurance and risk requirements at pre-bid and pre-proposal meetings.
• Using Driver History Forms to direct a third-party vendor to run Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) reviews.
• Assisting with reviews of MVRs in accordance with our organization’s Fleet Safety Program.
• Analyzing injury and incident data to identify trends and prepare summary reports.
• Providing administrative and analytical support during the annual insurance renewal process, including data gathering and organization for use in completing applications to be submitted to insurance carriers.
• Drafting and updating existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and internal guidance documents.
• Creating and updating PowerPoint presentations, handouts, and training materials related to risk management topics.
• Updating the department’s intranet page with clear, accurate, and informative content.
• Conducting basic research on insurance, risk management, and safety topics, as assigned.
• Supporting special projects related to enterprise risk management and recommending best practices.
• Participating in meetings, taking notes, and preparing follow-up summaries or action items.
• Performing other duties and projects assigned to support departmental goals.

Education and/or Experience

Preferred:

• Coursework or prior experience in Risk Management, Insurance, or a related field.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical and critical thinking skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to research, interpret, and summarize information.
• Candidates must be willing to learn, manage multiple assignments, follow established procedures, and actively participate in a structured, fast-paced training program.
• Intermediate skill level in using MS Office.

Work Location

One Port Center, located in Camden, NJ

Work Hours

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday, including a paid lunch hour.

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.

For more information about the Authority’s 2026 Summer Internship Program: https://www.metro-magazine.com/digital-cover-features/more-than-a-summer-job-building-the-next-generation-of-transit-talent

Every 2026 intern who responded to our survey said the internship prepared them to work in a professional environment.

“This was a great program and definitely exceeded my expectations.”

“I really liked how it was a structured program, with different sessions and an orientation. It made the process easier and more engaging.”

DRPA/PATCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employee