The Ports America Developing Leaders Program (DLP)gives you the opportunity to put your collegiate experiences and knowledge into action. In this 3 – 5 year rotational program, you will develop strong leadership and functional skills through challenging rotational assignments and world-class training in terminal operations.

As a member of the DLP you will learn:

  • The Business:Gain practical experience in our shipping \ terminal operations business as a front line manager (Superintendent)
  • The Financials:Learn the fundamentals of business and how topractically apply them to make accurate business decisions.
  • How to Lead: Obtain hands on and classroom training on how to be a successful leader, yielding a successful team.

Your learning will also include introduction to tools and resources that will help you grow both professionally and personally. These opportunities include:

  • Tailored leadership courses
  • Executive networkingevents
  • Opportunities to solve high level business challenges
  • Member support system (specialized Program Managers)

If you are excited about all of the above, then Ports Americais the right place for you!

Location: Various locations within the USA

Qualifications

  • BachelorsDegree in Operation Management, Maritime Administration, Business Administration, and related majors obtained within the last 3years
  • 3.0 GPA or greater preferred
  • Prior relevant internships
  • Proven leadership skills (Student organizations, Athletic teams, Volunteerism)
  • Strong computer skills (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
  • Excellentoral and written communication skills
  • Enthusiasm and eagerness to learn
  • Ability to work extended hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Willingness to work outdoors and in a terminal \ port environment
  • Interest in the Operations sector
  • Required: Ability to relocate throughout the life of the program

TESTIMONIAL

DLP has afforded me an exciting and interesting opportunity. I have been able to meet, network and collaborate with multiple Ports America sites, enabling a greater macro understanding of our business. I have interacted with multiple levels of management, outside customers, internal departments, and various other groups whom I would of never had a chance to meet if I was not involved with the program. The DLP has afforded me this opportunity. I look forward to the future time I will spend as a member of the DLP, along with the unique opportunities and challenges that lay ahead.

- Dean Balanos, Current DLPer

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

If interested please send resumes to:

Harriet Darkwa

Talent Specialist - Talent Acquisition

Ports America

55 N. Arizona Place

Suite 400

Chandler, AZ 85225

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