Internship - Ship Services

The Norton Lilly International (NLI) internship program will provide a hands-on professional experience by offering real-world projects. Through the NLI internship program you will learn about our company, industry, and business model. You’ll experience first-hand the many facets of our business, and network with smart, innovative, creative people dedicated to your professional growth and development. Primary duties may include but are not limited to:  Assisting Port Manager(s), Operation Manager(s), Coordinator(s) and Agent(s) in various tasks as needed; marine operations, agency, and administrative functions associated with individual vessel calls to assigned Port of Operations as needed.    Summary of Objectives: * Assist with billing procedures. * Assist with follow-up and completion of pro forma requests. * Established and maintain marine vessel file insuring documentation is prepared in an accurate and timely fashion. * Prepare/execute required governmental and agency documents for appropriate approvals and submission to marine vessel files. * Procure operation, agency, and administrative services for assigned marine vessels. * Makes required trips to United States Immigration Control, and U.S. Customs Office to ensure all necessary documentation is ready for arrivals and departures. * Perform other related duties at the discretion of Port Manager or other member of management team. * Not all aspects of the job are covered by the descriptions, other duties may be required. * Position may change as the industry and technology evolve. Requirements: * Junior or senior level in good standings and / or pursuing a maritime career or related business career preferred. * Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher preferred. * Available between the months of May – August. * Verifiable excellent customer services abilities. * Able to enter, generate and retrieve information using a computer. * Strong communication skills, with groups and in individual interactions to solve problems. * Must be able to lift 50 pounds. * Must have a valid driver’s license and clean motor vehicle record. * Must have reliable transportation. * Must be available to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including days, nights, weekends, and some holidays. * Energetic, self-motivated, and results oriented. * Proven team player who is both flexible and adaptable to changing environments. * Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) highly preferred. Working Conditions: * Job involves frequent and extensive walking, lifting, climbing, stooping, bending, and jumping.   * Frequent walking and standing * Frequent climbing (gangway) up to heights of six feet or more * Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions * Frequent and proper lifting of up to 50 pounds   Incumbent will be required to make numerous trips to the marine vessel during its time in port to handle any issues relevant to the efficient arrival and departure of the vessel. As a matter of policy, NLI does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.