Risk Management Intern
The Port of Portland is hiring a Risk Management Intern!
Unlock the doors to practical experience and dive into the realm of risk management at the Port of Portland. As a Risk Management Intern, you're not just an observer; you're an essential part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our airport operations. Join this internship opportunity where each day presents new challenges and opportunities for growth.
About Us: The Port of Portland is not just a transit point; it's a hub of opportunities. As a Risk Management Intern, you'll be part of a team dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of our operations.
Your Role: As a Risk Management Intern at the Port of Portland, you will be an integral part of the team dedicated to safeguarding the intricate web of operations that make the Port a dynamic and secure hub. In this role, you will delve into the world of risk assessments, working collaboratively with seasoned professionals to identify potential hazards, and develop strategies for mitigation.
To be considered for this intern position you must be a current student enrolled in an Oregon/Vancouver, WA area school for the duration of employment. Spring 2026 graduates will not be eligible for this internship unless documentation of continued educational classes (graduate school related to the field) can be provided at the time of application.
Duration: This Internship will have a time duration of 12 weeks working 30-40 hours a week.
Internship sponsored by the Spencer Education Foundation.
Essential Job Duties
Port Interns learn on the job under close supervision, receive feedback from Port staff, and complete work products that align with the students’ learning objectives and contribute to Port staff work. Examples of commonly-assigned projects include:
- Participate in the development of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) foundation and framework.
- Assist with the Workers' Compensation, Liability and Property claims administration activities by learning how to facilitate claim recovery strategies, how claims are reported and provide follow-up claims information to insurers and brokers.
- Assist the various business functions with the identification and assessments of risks.
- Assist with the creation of a business continuity management plan.
- Learn to support the various business units in the development of risk mitigation strategies and implementation of chosen strategies.
- Learn how to develop new risk metrics to monitor risks and the effectiveness of controls.
- Aid in the administration of the insurance program portfolio, including the tracking of third-party certificates of insurance.
- Participate in the investigation and administration of property damage and injury claims.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Currently enrolled in an accredited Oregon/Washington college or university and seeking a degree in business administration, emergency management, risk management, or a related business studies field.
- Must have taken or currently enrolled in a FIN399: Introduction to Insurance and Risk Management or similar course.
- Student must also provide current unofficial transcript at time of application.
- Maintenance of a minimum 2.7 grade point average and continued enrollment in classes pertinent to the internship is required. 3.0 GPA or higher is preferred.
- Working knowledge of current Microsoft Office Suite applications is helpful.
- Agree to submit a final written evaluation to the Internship Committee within 4 weeks of the internship completion.
Demonstrated knowledge:
- Organized and able to meet the demands of a professional work environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Work with ambiguity in a continuously changing environment while maintaining confidentiality.
- Skilled at research and analyzing relevant factors, draw logical conclusions, and make
recommendations based on findings. - Proven team player who shows the utmost respect for others.
- Willingness to comply with safety and health policies and procedures.
Demonstrated skills:
- Listen, ask questions, and complete small projects in support of Port staff under close supervision.
- Work collaboratively with all staff at the Port.
- Demonstrate professional work behaviors.
- Handle multiple tasks, organize details and manage time efficiently.
- Value professional growth and learning.
- Demonstrate commitment to valuing differences among individuals and passion for being inclusive.
Supplemental and Selection Information
SELECTION PROCESS (tentative schedule):
- A minimum qualification evaluation of education, training, and experience of submitted application packets will take place by Human Resources the week of March 8, 2026.
- A Subject Matter Expert (SME) Panel will perform an evaluation of experience and training taken from your employment application materials including any responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
- Our goal is to schedule oral panel interviews with candidates that successfully passed the SME evaluation step as soon as possible. The successful candidate will be notified after interviews are complete, with a tentative start date in June 2026.