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\n \n(Photo: Port of Oakland)\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n The Port of Oakland is recruiting full-time college students for its 2023 Summer College Internship Program. Through a competitive process, prospective applicants apply for internships in 18 professional fields \u2013 Aviation, Communications, Engineering, Governmental Affairs, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal, Maritime, Planning & Development and Risk Management \u2013 at the port.<\/p>\n With more than 20 years of hosting interns, the Port of Oakland will support local students throughout the eight-week paid internship program.<\/p>\n \u201cThis program offers college students an opportunity to develop an understanding of the Port of Oakland\u2019s mission and business objectives,\u201d said Port of Oakland Director of Social Responsibility Amy Tharpe. \u201cThe goal is to allow college students to gain insight into a wide range of public sector and professional fields, while also creating a fun and hands-on experience.\u201d<\/p>\n Applications are being accepted through 5:00 p.m. PST on Friday, February 24, 2023. The Port of Oakland 2023 Summer College Internship Program runs from Monday, June 12, 2023, through Friday, August 4, 2023.<\/p>\n \u201cIn addition to their daily projects, the selected interns will also gain a comprehensive understanding of the port\u2019s three business lines \u2013 aviation, commercial real estate, and maritime \u2013 with weekly brown bag workshops led by senior directors. Interns will also participate in an exclusive tour of the Oakland International Airport (OAK),\u201d the port said.<\/p>\n
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