Georgia Ports Authority is proud to mentor the next generation of supply chain leaders, welcoming 15 college students from nine universities into its 10-week, Summer 2025 Internship Program.
“Our summer internship program is a win for students who want to gain professional experience in a fast-paced, operations and business environment,” said GPA Chief Human Resources Officer Lise Altman. “It’s a win for Georgia Ports, because our interns bring new perspectives into our business model and represent a talent pipeline for recruitment.”
Altman said GPA internships also offer valuable opportunities for students to enhance their resumes and build professional networks, improving their chances of securing future employment.
The program allows students to test-drive potential career paths and develop essential skills like communication, teamwork and problem-solving in GPA’s Container Operations, Contracts and Planning, Corporate Communications, Corporate Safety, Crane Maintenance, Crane/Ship Operations, Engineering, Governmental Affairs, Information Technology, Port Police, Risk Management, and Sales and Marketing departments.
Students gain hands-on experience in port operations and logistics at one of the fastest-growing ports in the nation to complement their college studies and prepare them for future careers.
“Our interns come to the Georgia Port Authority for a multitude of reasons. Some use it as a chance to gain real-world skills, others wish to apply their skills in a working environment,” shared GPA Director of Workforce Development and Training Tanya Chisholm. “From the terminal to the office —these interns bring valuable input, fresh eyes and new ideas into the port’s daily operations.”
Erika Torres, Assistant Manager of Training and Development, helps guide GPA’s summer interns throughout their program, supporting their daily internship experience, taking them on facility tours and ensuring a holistic approach to their roles.
“Georgia Ports is honored to be a stepping stone in their careers, whether they join the 32 previous interns who are now full-time employees, or a related field in the supply chain,” Torres added.
