The Port Authority of NY & NJ
2025 Leadership Fellow Program
The Port Authority of NY & NJ, New York, New York, us, 10261
Description
Position at The Port Authority of NY & NJ
The Leadership Fellow Program is a two-year rotational program at The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey open to students who are receiving a graduate degree between December 2024 and June 2025. Over the span of two years, Leadership Fellows have an opportunity to rotate through four different business functions: staff/support department, line department, finance, and facility operations. Rotations provide hands-on experience with an emphasis on experiential learning that include activities such as: leading multifaceted projects; working with internal and external stakeholders; adapting a continuous improvement and innovation mindset; and immersing in teamwork in each rotation. The Leadership Fellow Program includes a variety of professional development programs such as career coaching, mentoring, specialized training, networking sessions, and facility tours. The program is designed to build a strong foundation of business acumen with a strong focus on new skill development and knowledge of The Port Authority as a whole. The breadth and depth of experiences within the program are critical in preparing Fellows to become future leaders of The Port Authority.
Leadership Fellows are full-time, permanent employees and receive a yearly salary and benefits. After successful completion of the program, Leadership Fellows are considered for key positions throughout The Port Authority. As of 2024, there are over 100 program alumni working at the agency across departments like: Aviation; Comptroller; Continuous Improvement; Engineering; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Financial Planning; Human Resources; Operations Services; Management & Budget; PATH; Planning & Regional Development; Port; Procurement; Project Management; Security Operations & Programs; Sustainability; Tunnels Bridges & Terminals; World Trade Center; and more. After graduating from the program, Fellows go on to work in areas such as: business performance/planning; customer experience; finance; operations; policy; process improvement; project/program management; sustainability; data; procurement; technology; and more.
The 2025 cohort is expected to start in the beginning of July.
Responsibilities:
While there's no typical day for a Leadership Fellow because rotations vary, some examples of responsibilities include:Project managementEvent planningCommunity outreachProcess improvementResearchAssisting with facility operationsLeading important initiatives that impact the New York and New Jersey regionRotations:
Rotations are designed to provide a robust and immersive experience.Recent rotations have included work in areas like: sustainability; data; business development; industry relations; project management; process improvement; finance; customer experience; operations; planning; technology; innovation; and much more.Qualifications:
Students receiving a graduate degree between December 2024 and June 2025Passion for public serviceOpenness to rotating through different business functions, including ones that might not necessarily align with your professional backgroundDesired:
Graduate degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Urban/City/Regional Planning, Transportation, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Sustainability, Communications, Political Science, Data Science, or a related fieldExcellent problem solving, analytical, quantitative, written/oral communication, and interpersonal skillsStrong customer servicePolitical acumenOne year of work experience (can include internships) in public service, transportation, government, or a related areaInterest in public transportationHow To Apply:
Click "Apply Now"Follow the promptsPlease submit the following with your application
Resume that clearly indicates when you're expected to receive your graduate degree in MM/YYYY formatCover letter detailing why you're interested in participating in the Leadership Fellow Program
Recruitment Timeline:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, starting in OctoberInterviews will likely start in OctoberThe application deadline is December 1
Position at The Port Authority of NY & NJ
The Leadership Fellow Program is a two-year rotational program at The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey open to students who are receiving a graduate degree between December 2024 and June 2025. Over the span of two years, Leadership Fellows have an opportunity to rotate through four different business functions: staff/support department, line department, finance, and facility operations. Rotations provide hands-on experience with an emphasis on experiential learning that include activities such as: leading multifaceted projects; working with internal and external stakeholders; adapting a continuous improvement and innovation mindset; and immersing in teamwork in each rotation. The Leadership Fellow Program includes a variety of professional development programs such as career coaching, mentoring, specialized training, networking sessions, and facility tours. The program is designed to build a strong foundation of business acumen with a strong focus on new skill development and knowledge of The Port Authority as a whole. The breadth and depth of experiences within the program are critical in preparing Fellows to become future leaders of The Port Authority.
Leadership Fellows are full-time, permanent employees and receive a yearly salary and benefits. After successful completion of the program, Leadership Fellows are considered for key positions throughout The Port Authority. As of 2024, there are over 100 program alumni working at the agency across departments like: Aviation; Comptroller; Continuous Improvement; Engineering; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Financial Planning; Human Resources; Operations Services; Management & Budget; PATH; Planning & Regional Development; Port; Procurement; Project Management; Security Operations & Programs; Sustainability; Tunnels Bridges & Terminals; World Trade Center; and more. After graduating from the program, Fellows go on to work in areas such as: business performance/planning; customer experience; finance; operations; policy; process improvement; project/program management; sustainability; data; procurement; technology; and more.
The 2025 cohort is expected to start in the beginning of July.
Responsibilities:
While there's no typical day for a Leadership Fellow because rotations vary, some examples of responsibilities include:Project managementEvent planningCommunity outreachProcess improvementResearchAssisting with facility operationsLeading important initiatives that impact the New York and New Jersey regionRotations:
Rotations are designed to provide a robust and immersive experience.Recent rotations have included work in areas like: sustainability; data; business development; industry relations; project management; process improvement; finance; customer experience; operations; planning; technology; innovation; and much more.Qualifications:
Students receiving a graduate degree between December 2024 and June 2025Passion for public serviceOpenness to rotating through different business functions, including ones that might not necessarily align with your professional backgroundDesired:
Graduate degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Urban/City/Regional Planning, Transportation, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Sustainability, Communications, Political Science, Data Science, or a related fieldExcellent problem solving, analytical, quantitative, written/oral communication, and interpersonal skillsStrong customer servicePolitical acumenOne year of work experience (can include internships) in public service, transportation, government, or a related areaInterest in public transportationHow To Apply:
Click "Apply Now"Follow the promptsPlease submit the following with your application
Resume that clearly indicates when you're expected to receive your graduate degree in MM/YYYY formatCover letter detailing why you're interested in participating in the Leadership Fellow Program
Recruitment Timeline:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, starting in OctoberInterviews will likely start in OctoberThe application deadline is December 1