Port of Portland · 11 hours ago
Intern, Risk Management
Portland, OR
Internship
Onsite
InternThe Port of Portland is hiring a Risk Management Intern to provide practical experience in risk management within airport operations. This role involves participating in risk assessments and developing strategies for hazard mitigation, working closely with experienced professionals.
GovernmentPublic TransportationTransportation
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Agree to submit a final written evaluation to the Internship Committee within 4 weeks of the internship completion
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
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
Preferred
3.0 GPA or higher is preferred
Working knowledge of current Microsoft Office Suite applications is helpful
Company
Port of Portland
Port of Portland is a government agency that offers marine and air transportation, commercial development and real estate services.
Founded in 1891
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Antoinette Chandler, CTP
Chief Financial Officer
Dan Pippenger
Chief Aviation Officer
Recent News
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2025-05-01
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