Delaware River Port Authority Police Department ยท 3 weeks ago
Summer Homeland Security & Emergency Management Intern - (2026) - $19.00/hr.
Camden, NJ
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$19/hr - $19/hr
Start in 2026 SummerThe Delaware River Port Authority is a bi-state agency that operates major bridge crossings and transit lines in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. They are seeking college students for a paid internship in the Homeland Security & Emergency Management Department, providing hands-on exposure to a professional work environment with various responsibilities related to security and emergency management.
Law Enforcement
No H1B
Responsibilities
APAL data trend analysis; ELERT analytic report development; TWIC audits; Security Camera maintenance monitoring; Access Control protocol development
National Incident Management Executive Training Class development; Electronic Security Sensor maintenance monitoring and input protocol; ELERT report development and analytic; physical security vulnerability cataloging
Qualification
Required
Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol test and a background check
Successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation which includes drug (including marijuana) and alcohol
Successful completion of a criminal background investigation conducted by a third-party vendor
Submit an official school transcript with the raised seal documenting that you completed at least one year of undergraduate studies (Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 - 24 credits)
Submit official school documentation confirming that you will be enrolled in an undergraduate studies for the upcoming Fall 2026 semester on a full-time basis (12 credits)
Must be able to commit to working full-time (40 hours per week, which includes a paid lunch hour) for 12 weeks
Applicants must be 18 years of age
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Intermediate skill level in using MS Office
Interns must attend an accredited college/university, including a community college (junior college)
Home residence must be located within DRPA's Port District, which includes (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania, and Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Ocean, and Salem, counties in New Jersey)
Preferred
Knowledge of basic statistics
Knowledge of document, data base, and spreadsheet software (MS or other standard authority applications)
NIMS ICS-100 certification
Benefits
Competitive pay.
Paid weekly.
Free parking at all facilities.
Complimentary passage on DRPA bridges when they are used for commuting to and from work only.
Complimentary travel on PATCO, when the train is used for commuting to and from work only.
Opportunity to participate in a meaningful learning experience with industry leaders and professionals.
Company
Delaware River Port Authority Police Department
The Delaware River Port Authority Police Department protects life, property, and public assets spread across an extensive area, including the four Delaware River toll bridges and the PATCO High Speedline with its 13 stations.
Founded in 1926
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase