Careers
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Port Houston
As a strategic advocate for the Houston Ship Channel, the nation’s busiest waterway, Port Houston plays a key role in driving economic growth, maximizing the flow of goods and commerce, and strengthening our local and broader communities.
Why Work for Port Houston
Port Houston is proud to be certified as a 2024 Great Place to Work and recognized as a 2023 Best-in-Class Employer by Gallagher & Co., reflecting our dedication to fostering an exceptional workplace. These accolades highlight our excellence in benefits, human resources, and compensation practices, as well as our commitment to creating an environment where employees thrive.
We provide challenging and rewarding opportunities, competitive pay, comprehensive benefits for you and your family, and a supportive work environment that values contributions while empowering employees to achieve their career goals. At Port Houston, you’ll join a collaborative team focused on delivering prosperity, promoting diversity, protecting the environment, and driving economic opportunities for all.
Be part of an award-winning team and start your career journey with Port Houston. Your future begins here.
Mission: To move the world and drive regional prosperity.
Vision: Be America’s distribution hub for the next generation.
Values: Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Diligence, You.
Additionally, as a Port Houston team member, you will experience firsthand how expanding regional, national, and global trade contributes to a stable local economy and enhanced quality of life for the communities we serve. Our employees have the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and apply their unique talents to help build the Port Houston of tomorrow.
Employment Application Process
Applications for employment are accepted online. View all current openings in our Application Portal, which includes additional information about each opportunity. When you apply with the Port, you’ve taken the first step in the right direction towards your new career path. Great pay and benefits, a diverse culture, and a long tradition of excellence are just the beginning of an outstanding future with Port Houston.
Please note: Due to the high volume of applications received, Port Houston is unable to provide individual status updates. All applicants will be notified by email or phone when individual statuses change. For all other questions, please contact Human Resources.
Learn About Our Team
Discover how you can make an impact at Port Houston. Teamwork, Excellence, Tradition, and Innovation.Career Questions?
You may check your application status by signing in to your Careers portal account and clicking on the Hiring Dashboard.
All applications must be submitted through the Job Application Portal.
Port Houston’s internship program is a unique 12-week program that takes place each summer from May to August, and is designed to give students a hands-on approach to exploring the maritime industry. The internship also gives students the opportunity to experience the full scope of how a successful workplace operates, and provides exposure to knowledge, work environments, and potential career interests not available on a college campus.
Need to know more?
For more information about connecting with someone in the HR department, explore Port Houston’s directory to find the right contact.
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