{"id":161040,"date":"2026-02-03T00:00:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T00:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/161040\/"},"modified":"2026-02-03T00:00:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T00:00:08","slug":"port-of-long-beach-scholarships-and-internships-applications-open-to-local-students-through-feb-20","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/161040\/","title":{"rendered":"Port of Long Beach scholarships and internships applications open to local students through Feb. 20"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Port of Long Beach is accepting applications to both its scholarship program and summer high school internship program until Feb. 20. Both programs aim to support local students interested in careers related to the Port.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Port offers these programs as part of our commitment to shape the next generation of leaders in the goods movement industry,\u201d Port of Long Beach CEO Dr. Noel Hacegaba said in a public statement. \u201cThe goal is to introduce young students to Port-related careers and invest in their professional future, while at the same time building the skilled workforce of the future to ensure we remain a world-renowned trade gateway in the decades ahead.\u201d<\/p>\n

The scholarship program is for Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) students who plan to pursue careers in fields such as international trade, logistics, engineering and other industries connected to port operations, either through college or trade school.<\/p>\n

This year, the Port increased funding for the scholarship program by $50,000, bringing the total available amount to $400,000. Scholarships will range from $500 to $6,000 per student. Students already enrolled at Long Beach City College, Orange Coast College, California State University, Long Beach, or Cal Poly Maritime Academy are required to apply through their school\u2019s scholarship office.<\/p>\n

\"\"Daily operations continued on Pier G at the Port of Long Beach as media received a behind the scenes look at the South Slip project on Jan 14, 2026. (Justin Enriquez | Signal Tribune)<\/p>\n

In addition to scholarships, the Port is offering summer internships for current high school juniors and seniors who live in Long Beach or attend school within the LBUSD service area. During the six-week program from June 22 through July 30, students will gain experience working alongside Harbor Department staff.<\/p>\n

Details about eligibility requirements, program guidelines and application materials for both opportunities are available on the Port of Long Beach\u2019s website<\/a>. Applicants are encouraged to review all instructions carefully before submitting their materials ahead of the Feb. 20 deadline.<\/p>\n

\u201cAn opportunity for a scholarship or an internship can give meaningful support for a young person\u2019s future,\u201d said Long Beach Harbor Commission President Frank Colonna. \u201cThe Port of Long Beach is proud to offer programs like these to help local students interested in careers in the goods movement industry reach their professional goals.\u201d<\/p>\n

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