Investing in our Community’s Future

One of the Port’s most rewarding and impactful programs involves engagement with local youth and academia. The Port’s aim is to educate youth about global trade and introduce them to the exciting opportunities in the global supply chains. Many of the Port’s interns and youth are pursuing higher education and maritime-related career paths as a result of their participation in the Port’s educational programs – a true testament to the partnership the Port has built with local students, colleges and K-12 school districts.

Educational Partners

  • Global Trade & Logistics for Oxnard Union High School District (OUHSD) students
  • California Lutheran University
  • Oxnard College
  • CSUCI

Global Trade & Logistics Class

Port of Hueneme - Global Trade and Logistics

The Port offers an award-winning 12-session Global Trade & Logistics class for Oxnard Union High School District (OUHSD) Juniors and Seniors.

UPCOMING SESSION

  • Tuesdays starting on September 12, 2023, 4:00-5:15pm (Note: classes are subject to change pending COVID mandates)
  • Held at Port of Hueneme Administrative Offices, 333 Ponoma Street, Port Hueneme, CA 93041
  • Course credit may be available through school 
  • Paid internship will be offered to one student after completion of course
  • Deadline to apply: September 15, 2023. Consult with your career or guidance counselor for more information.

Download Current Brochure

Port staff, customers and partners teach about imports and exports, the global supply chain, safety and security, manufacturing and more.

For more information, please contact Drew Rodriguez:
drodriguez@portofh.org
805-488-3677

Click Here to Register for SPRING 2024 GLOBAL TRADE & LOGISTICS

CURRICULUM – FALL 2023 GLOBAL TRADE & LOGISTICS

  • WELCOME WEEK February 6th, 2024
    US Ports and Global Trade
    Introduction to the Port of Hueneme and to the various players who help make cargo move.
    Presented by the Port’s Community Outreach Team

 

  • WEEK 1 February 13th, 2024
    Committed to Commnity
    How the Port engages in outreach efforts to maximize
    benefits to community and industries.
    Presented by the Port’s Community Outreach Team

 

  • WEEK 2 February 27th, 2024
    Innovation & Technology
    How collaboration across the maritime industry can lead
    to advancements in cutting-edge technology.
    Presented by FATHOMWERX

 

  • WEEK 3 March 5th, 2024
    Nourishing Our Farms
    How fertilizer and other liquid bulk arrives at Port and
    goes to our farmers to keep crops growing.
    Presented by Yara North America

 

  • WEEK 4 March 12th, 2024
    Engineering & Construction at the Port
    Maintaining and creating space for cargo movement.
    Presented by the Port’s Engineering Manager

 

  • WEEK 5 March 19th, 2024
    Commercial & Business Development
    Attracting new business opportunities to the Port of Hueneme to create additional good paying jobs and economic benefits for our region.
    Presented by the Port’s Business Development Department

 

  • WEEK 6 March 26th, 2024
    The Fresh Produce Industry
    Keeping produce fresh as it travels from Latin American
    sources to our kitchen table.
    Presented by Del Monte

 

  • WEEK 7 April 9th, 2024
    Sustainability and the Environment
    Building a green, sustainable port for generations.
    Presented by the Port’s Environmental Manager

 

  • WEEK 8 April 16th, 2024
    Harbor Security & Port Operations
    How the Port ensures a safe and secure working envornment for people and cargo
    Presented by the Port’s Operation Manager

 

  • WEEK 9 April 23rd, 2024
    Goodwill
    Career and Employment Readiness. Planning for the future with the right tools in mind.
    Presented by Goodwill Industries

 

  • WEEK 10 April 30th, 2024
    From Farm to Table
    How a local company used international trade to become the largest global supplier of the world’s finest avocados.
    Presented by the Mission Produce

 

  • WEEK 11 05/07/2024
    Final Exam Overview

 

  • WEEK 12 05/14/2024
    Final Exam

 

  • WEEK 13 05/21/2024
    Graduation Ceremony

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