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About the Role
The Leadership Fellow Program is a two-year rotational program at The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey for students receiving a graduate degree between December 2026 and June 2027. Fellows rotate through four different business functions, gaining a broad understanding of the agency’s structure, goals, and strategic direction while contributing to departmental initiatives. The program includes continuous learning, leadership development, training, mentorship, and feedback to prepare Fellows for future leadership roles. Leadership Fellows are full-time, permanent employees who receive a yearly salary and benefits, and are considered for key positions upon successful completion. The 2027 cohort is expected to start in early July.
Responsibilities
- Support or lead short-term and long-term projects within each rotation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions, delivery outcomes, and track progress.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data to support strategic initiatives.
- Build strong relationships with managers, mentors, and peers across departments.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
- Deliver presentations and updates to leadership throughout the program.
- Identify operational or strategic challenges and contribute ideas for improvement.
- Apply creative thinking to business challenges across different functions.
- Assist with enterprise-wide initiatives such as diversity, equity, and inclusion; employee engagement; or community outreach.
- Assist with planning events.
- Assist with facility operations.
- Lead at least one project from inception to implementation during each rotation.
Requirements
- Students receiving a graduate degree between December 2026 and June 2027.
- Passion for public service.
- Openness to rotating through different business functions.
- One year of work experience (can include internships) in public service, transportation, government, or a related area.
Skills
- Problem solving
- Analytical skills
- Quantitative skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Written communication
- Oral communication
- Customer service
- Political acumen
Location
- New York & New Jersey
Work Type
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Hybrid (maximum one day per week remote)
Experience Level
- Graduate degree students
- One year of work experience (internships included)
Education Level
- Graduate degree
Salary/Compensations
- $81,640 - $86,580
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
- Professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement
About the Company
- The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey is an agency with diverse departments including Aviation; Comptroller; Continuous Improvement; Engineering; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Financial Planning; Human Resources; Operations Services; Management & Budget; PATH; Planning & Regional Development; Port; Procurement; Project Management; Security Operations & Programs; Sustainability; Tunnels Bridges & Terminals; and World Trade Center.