Internship - Social Media

A.P. Moller - Maersk • Los Angeles, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

APM Terminals is part of Maersk, an integrated transport and logistics company and a global leader in container shipping and ports with a presence in 67 terminal facilities in 38 countries, on five continents. APM Terminals is ranked the world’s fourth largest container terminal operator and APM Terminals Los Angeles is the largest container port terminal in the Western Hemisphere, featuring over 507 acres of world-class infrastructure. We are a people’s business, where diversity of thought, skills, and experiences of our over 20,000 employees bring to work every day is what makes a positive difference – we call it APM Terminals Way of Working which drives us through a never-ending cycle of change and improvement, fueled by exceptional and engaged people. APM Terminals Los Angeles is moving towards a terminal automation footprint, and our internship program is designed to enhance a students’ work experience both technically and personally – ready for the challenge? Join us! Work Schedule: Interns will work full-time during the summer and part-time during the academic year. No overtime. FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt Location: 2500 Navy Way, Terminal Island, CA 90731 Purpose Under supervision, the Social Media Intern will assist in the planning, execution, operational support, and continuous improvement of APM Terminals Los Angeles’ digital communications strategy. This role supports content creation, platform management, community engagement, and performance tracking across social media channels. As a Social Media Intern, you’ll help tell the story of how global trade moves through the Port of Los Angeles. From highlighting our sustainability initiatives such as our Clean Truck Express Lanes to capturing the people behind Pier 400 and showcasing our community partnerships across the Harbor Area, you’ll help shape the digital voice of the largest container terminal in North America. This internship is ideal for someone who loves storytelling, enjoys creating short-form content, and wants hands-on experience working inside a global supply chain leader.

Requirements

• Eligible to work in the U.S.
• Education – actively enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s degree program (Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Digital Media, Public Relations, Business, or a related field preferred).
• Skills – preferred Comfort using social platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
• Experience with content creation tools such as CapCut, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar.
• Strong writing skills with attention to tone and audience.
• Basic understanding of social media analytics and engagement metrics.
• General computer literacy, including Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Functional Excellence Organized, detail-oriented, and able to follow brand guidelines.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Willingness to learn about port operations and global logistics.
• Functional Excellence Organized, detail-oriented, and able to follow brand guidelines.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Willingness to learn about port operations and global logistics.

Responsibilities

• Support and help manage APM Terminals Los Angeles’ social media presence across LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and X.
• Create engaging short-form content including videos, graphics, and captions that bring port operations, sustainability efforts, workforce stories, and community impact to life.
• Capture authentic on-site content at Pier 400, including events, tours, volunteer activities, and “day-in-the-life” moments.
• Engage with online audiences by responding to comments and messages in a professional, on brand voice and monitoring relevant industry conversations.
• Assist with planning and maintaining a weekly social content calendar (approximately 3–5 posts per week), balancing scheduled and real-time content opportunities.
• Stay current on social media trends and creatively adapt them to logistics, port operations, and sustainability storytelling.
• Track and summarize basic performance metrics (engagement, reach, views, follower growth) to help inform content improvements.
• Support ad hoc communications projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern