Intern-Human Resources

Thank you for considering a career at Port Houston. We appreciate your interest in joining our team. By applying, you are taking an important step toward advancing your career with an organization committed to excellence.

Port Houston offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a diverse, inclusive work environment. Joining our team means embarking on a fulfilling career path with opportunities for growth and impact.

Before submitting your application, please ensure you have the following materials ready for submission:

• A current resume in .pdf or .doc format

• Your most recent transcript or proof of academic enrollment

• Any relevant work samples or portfolio links (if applicable)
  

Once you have these materials prepared, you're ready to take the next step toward gaining valuable experience and making an impact with us at Port Houston.

We look forward to learning more about you and reviewing your application!

Position Summary:

The Human Resources Intern will support the Human Resources team in delivering high quality HR services across multiple HR functions within Port Houston’s People Division. This internship provides hands on exposure to core HR functions including recruitment, employee engagement, workforce analytics, compliance, compensation and HR operations.
Under the guidance of HR leadership and team members, the intern will support day-to-day HR activities, assist with special projects, and contribute to initiatives that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with recruitment activities, including:

• Reviewing resumes
• Coordinating interviews
• Communicating with candidates
• Supporting onboarding processes

Support HR operations by:

• Assisting with data entry and reporting in HRIS
• Maintaining accurate employee records
• Supporting policy acknowledgment tracking

Participate in employee engagement initiatives, including:

• Internship program coordination
• Event planning support
Employee communication drafting

Assist with workforce analytics by:

• Compiling data for reports and dashboards
• Supporting turnover and headcount tracking
• Preparing summary presentations for leadership

Support compliance initiatives such as:

• I-9 documentation tracking
• Policy documentation updates
• Audit preparation assistance

Contribute to special HR projects and other HR duties as assigned.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Students must be currently enrolled in and have already completed two semesters in an undergraduate or graduate degree program
• 2027/2028 graduation status preferred (junior/senior level)
• May 2026 graduates are not eligible unless enrolling in graduate program in Fall 2026
• Students must either attend a Houston area college/university or have a permanent residence within a commutable distance
• Students must be in good academic standing to apply for an internship; a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.7 is preferred
• Students must be able to work throughout the established twelve-week (12) program dates

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrates strong organizational and analytical skills
• Demonstrates attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to prepare business cases and explain and/or support the recommended course of action
• Ability to self-manage work expectations
• Ability to work as an individual contributor and/or within a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to listen to business partners and understand their expectations and requirements
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Willingness to learn
• Punctuality is key

This work site location of this job is:

Port Houston Administration Building

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high. To apply, please go to porthouston.com/careers. Only applications submitted through the Port Houston Careers website will be acknowledged. Port Houston is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. Government.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

We appreciate your interest in Port Houston. Port Houston is an equal employment opportunity employer. Port Houston’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Port Houston also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Application must be completed in full.