2027 Engineering & Architecture Associates Program

About the Role

The Engineering & Architecture Associates Program is a two-year rotational program at The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey for students receiving a bachelor's or master's degree between September 2026 and May 2027.

• Year 1: Associates rotate through different Engineering/Architecture disciplines and Port Authority facilities, including: George Washington Bridge; Holland Tunnel; JFK Airport; LaGuardia Airport; Lincoln Tunnel; Newark Airport; PATH; World Trade Center.
• Year 2: Associates focus on the discipline they accepted an offer for.
• The program offers mentorship, professional development, training, networking, and facility tours.
• Associates are full-time, permanent employees with a yearly salary and benefits.
• Upon successful completion, Associates remain permanent employees and are promoted to Associate Engineer/Architect.
• The 2027 cohort is expected to start in early June.

Key Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in various Engineering/Architecture disciplines.
• Participate in rotations through different Port Authority facilities.
• Focus on a chosen discipline in the second year.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Engineering applicants: A passing result of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or plans to take it.
• Architecture applicants: A portfolio (drawings, designs, projects, models, paintings, etc.).
• General:
• Students receiving a bachelor's or master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Technology, Project Management, or a related discipline between September 2026 and May 2027.
• Passion for public service.
• Interest in public transportation.
• Previous Engineering/Architecture internship(s).
• Openness to rotating through different disciplines and facilities.
• A valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.

Recruitment Timeline

• Application deadline: November 1, 2026.
• Interviews: Likely start in November 2026 and may continue into January 2027.
• Timeline is subject to change.

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected compensation range: $76,622 - $87,126
• The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package.
• This position permits employees to work remotely a maximum of one day per week. Regular in-office days or team collaboration days may be required.