Aviation Internships

About: AAAE is offering internships at our Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, headquarters to interested students at two local high schools (T.C. Williams in Alexandria and TransTech STEM Academy at Cardoza Senior High School in Washington, D.C.), to interested students at colleges or universities without a AAAE Student Chapter, and to AAAE Student Chapter members from across the country who are also academic members. These programs will offer valuable, handson work experience with the premier professional association in the airport/aviation industry. Successful candidates will work under the guidance of AAAE team members in one of the following departments or programs – Airport Training/ Development, Federal Affairs, Membership, Accreditation, Marketing, or Innovation Accelerator. Ideal candidates will have a strong academic record, some related work experience and an interest in the aviation industry and/or associations. A stipend of $3500 will be offered for work beginning early June (40 hours per week). Interns will be responsible for all personal expenses, including housing, meals and transportation costs to and from the office.

Note: Membership in the AAAE can be obtained for a $40 annual fee. For questions you can call 703-797-2571. For more information, visit the AAAE website.

How to Apply: Interested students should contact Ryan Leick at [email protected]. 

About: Denver International Airport offers paid internships for college students during the school year and for the summer only. We seek to provide an excellent learning opportunity and a way to gain professional experience in the nation’s 5th busiest airport. The internships are in a variety of areas within the city’s airport management structure, including the executive office, engineering, airfield operations, security, art, environmental services, finance, safety, technologies, marketing and other areas that may arise. For more information, visit the DEN website

About: Our internship offerings are designed to stretch and grow students and provide an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real world activities. Interns are paired up with a mentor, and given hands-on experience to enhance their knowledge. Interested in an internship with Duncan Aviation? Buckle up; you’re going to work hard! These are no staple-removing jobs; these are real experiences designed to hone your knowledge and skills! We truly believe a career with Duncan Aviation is an experience, unlike any other. For more information, visit the Duncan Aviation website.

About: Endeavor Air has many internship opportunities including: Corporate Communications, Engineering, Flights Ops, Ground Ops, Operational Analytics, Operations Control Center. For more information, visit the Endeavor Air website. For questions contact the Talent Acquisition Representative 612-266-1488.

About: Envoy Air Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines Group (NASDAQ: AAL) operating more than 160 aircraft on 800 daily flights to over 160 destinations. The company’s more than 18,000 employees provide regional flight service to American Airlines under the American Eagle brand and livery and ground handling services for many American flights. American Airlines Group is the holding company for American Airlines, US Airways, and Envoy. For more information, visit the Envoy Air website.

About: At Exelon, we've got a place for you! Join the nation’s leading competitive energy provider, with one of the largest electricity generation portfolios and retail customer bases in the country. You will be part of a family of companies that strives for the highest standards of power generation, competitive energy sales, and energy delivery. Our team of outstanding professionals is focused on performance, thought leadership, innovation, and the power of ideas that come from a diverse and inclusive workforce. Exelon will provide you the tools and resources you need to design, build and enhance a successful career. We are also dedicated to motivating the success of our employees through our outstanding base salary, incentives, and health and retirement benefits.

Qualifications: Major in Aviation Flight Management or Aviation Administration. Currently enrolled in Bachelor’s program. Minimum GPA 3.0. A track record of outstanding academic performance. Eagerness to contribute in a team-oriented environment. Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment. Excellent leadership, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Requirements: Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating (Flight Ops). Junior or Senior status. For more information, visit the Exelon website.

About: Learn about opportunities for People with Disabilities offered through the FAA’s Aviation Development Program. FAA's Aviation Development Program (ADP) hires underrepresented individuals into mission-critical aviation occupations. ADP uses Schedule A hiring authorities to sponsor Persons with Targeted Disabilities (PWTD) as paid Air Traffic Controller Specialist (ATCS) trainees. ADP participants must meet the same qualifications as any other ATCS students. Those who demonstrate the aptitude and ability may receive an appointment to the Air Traffic Control Academy and, upon graduation, an Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) (2152) position. For more information, visit the FAA website.

About: The FAA Volunteer Service Program provides an opportunity for college, high school, technical or vocational students to experience the world of aviation in educationally relevant work assignments through a positive working, learning, and developmental experience. This is an unpaid internship, but the rewards it offers can have a great impact on your future. To be eligible you must be enrolled in at least a half-time course load (as defined by the academic institution) and maintain a 2.0 GPA (4.0 scale). You must be a U.S. Citizen and at least 16 years old. For more information, visit the FAA website.

About: Intern Students gain work experience that can be applied to future career goals. The work experience and projects are related the student's field of study and support Intermountain's mission, vision and values.

Minimum Qualifications: Concurrently enrolled in and progressing through their education program in aviation or a related field of study. Must provide documentation of enrollment in an accredited program, any earned degree or certification that may be required. Demonstrated proficiency in the knowledge and skills in the field directly related to the intern opportunity. Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated organization skills, detail oriented and the ability to prioritize tasks. Demonstrated ability to consistently maintain a good rapport and a positive demeanor with employees and customers. Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take on additional assignments when needed. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.

For more information, visit the Intermountain Health website.

About: The Program offers the opportunity for students attending a technical trade school, college or university to expand their knowledge-base. JAA offers internship opportunities for students in various disciplines. Time spent by an intern will be to support and assist the Authority in the accomplishments of its core objectives and operational duties. Interns will participate in a program structured to provide challenging assignments and “real-world” projects with responsibilities while building knowledge and fostering professional growth. The Jacksonville Aviation Authority’s Internship Program is a fast-paced, high-level program that introduces students to the aviation industry. Participation in the JAA’s Internship Program does not guarantee an offer of employment. For more information about the program contact: Human Resources at (904) 741-2358. For more information about JAA, visit the Jacksonville AA website.

About: JetBlue has a number of internships offered year round among their various departments. Check their website frequently for new internships posted. After clicking on the link below, you'll select "Intern or Other Job Types" under the "Select Position Type(s)" box. For more information, visit the JetBlue website.

About: Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Page Field (FMY). For more than seventeen years, the Lee County Port Authority has provided outstanding internship opportunities for college students and prides itself in helping students learn about every aspect of airport management. LCPA offers three internship programs: Ops to Cops, Emergency Management and Page Field Internships generally last ten to twelve weeks and begin mid to late May. Those selected for LCPA internships must be prepared to meet high performance standards and write a comprehensive paper about their experience. Requirements for the internship program are as follows: Students must be in an aviation program attending an accredited college/university. Intern must be a full time student at a credit level of sophomore or above actively pursuing a career field in airport/aviation management, operations, planning or a closely related field. Students must submit a college-graded paper, which was written within the previous six months of the application date. Resume must include student’s goals and objectives. For more information, visit the Lee County Port Authority website.

About: Clark County Department of Aviation in Las Vegas, Nevada is seeking energetic and dedicated students to fill summer Airport Management Internship positions. McCarran International Airport is a global leader in Airport Operations, Facilities and Security. Clark County, Nevada owns McCarran International Airport and four general aviation facilities. McCarran International Airport has a unique opportunity to provide our travelers with that all-important first and last impression of Las Vegas and last year we welcomed more than 50 million arriving and departing passengers. McCarran is a dynamic and exciting place to work, with a mission to provide excellence in customer service with great employees. Our Interns will work primarily in our Airside Operations Division, which includes Administration, Ramp Control, Airfield Maintenance and Operations. Interns will have the opportunity to work on complex aviation projects. Interns will also get exposure at our General Aviation Airports and with all of our operating divisions to gain unparalleled industry knowledge. Additionally, Clark County Department of Aviation prioritizes professional development and ensures that our interns get the training they need to excel in their future careers. 40 hours per week. Full-time student in an Aviation program GPA of 3.0 or higher is required. For more information, visit the McCarran website.

How to Apply: Interested students should email their current resume and transcript to [email protected]. If you have any questions or need assistance, call 702-261-5110.

About: Specializing in small group helicopter skiing adventure, Powderbird strives to provide a personal and dependable skiing experience. As a member of our Flight Crew, you will be responsible for greeting incoming guests, handling daily helicopter logistics, and managing guest, employee, and aircraft safety. For those that are looking to learn or broaden their understanding of the aviation and safety components of the Heli-skiing industry, this is a great opportunity for you. There are actually two positions open, one for the business side of the flight crew and one for the flight crew itself.

Powderbird is looking for intelligent, energetic, and hard-working individuals to join our team who have experience around helicopters or want to gain experience working around these fantastic machines. Individuals interested in the position, should possess clear communication skill and be knowledgeable of the ski and snowboard industry. This position is seasonal and full-time. Season Dates: Dec 1st-April 1st Annually. Revolving Schedule 4-5 Days Per Week. Typical Hours: 6am-4:30pm. For more information, visit the Powderbird website.

How to Apply: Interested students should contact [email protected] or  801-742-2800 for application instructions.

About: Based in Indianapolis, we are one of the largest regional airlines in the United States. We operate a fleet of 200 Embraer 170/175 aircraft and offer scheduled passenger service with nearly 1,000 daily flights to 100 cities throughout the US, Canada, the Caribbean, and Central America. These flights are operated for our major airline partners – American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines. We have over 6,000 employees based throughout the country. Internship candidates will be sought for the following departments; Human Resources, Flight Operations, Inflight, Maintenance, Safety, Supply Chain, IT, Maintenance Operations, and Marketing/Communications Join us at our headquarters office in Indianapolis, and report to some of the industry leading Aviation Leaders. We look forward to providing you an enriched experience!

For more information, visit the Republic Airways website. If any students have questions regarding the internship program and open positions, please direct them to contact Abby Smith for follow up.

Special note: Professional Pilot students are encouraged to apply for the flight operations internship, however it is administrative only, so you will not get flight time, but you will work with pilots and chief pilots. 

About: This job is designed to provide students with paid professional experience to further their education and training and is academically oriented for the student’s benefit. To qualify students must be enrolled in an accredited school program related to the type of work they are expected to perform. Positions will terminate upon completion of the internship period. Incumbents may deal with confidential information, which is expected to be maintained as confidential and shared only on a need-to-know basis with city employees and elsewhere when authorized by the intern’s city supervisor.

Responsibilities: Collects data and reviews research materials, determines accuracy and validity of sources and appropriateness for use. Designs, develops, and conducts a variety of research projects; determines appropriate methodologies, information sources, sampling strategies, and data-collection tools, etc. Performs research activities by utilizing computer software to obtain and manipulate data. Writes or drafts technical reports, articles or related material based on research, investigation or analysis. Other tasks as assigned. Complies with city and department policies and procedures.

Qualifications: Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university, though summer internships may not require concurrent enrollment if student is in good standing with the educational institution. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Must have good organizational and analytical skills. Must have good computer skills. For more information, visit the SLC website.

About: San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a world-class, award-winning airport serving more than 51.4 million guests each year. SFO offers non-stop flights to 45 international airports on 39 international carriers. The Bay Area's largest airport also connects non-stop with 78 U.S. cities on 13 domestic airlines. In fiscal year 15/16, the Airport, an enterprise department of the City & County of San Francisco, accounted for $7.8 billion in business activity and supported nearly 39,400 direct jobs. SFO's mission is to provide an exceptional airport in service to our communities and is committed to redefining air travel.

Participating departments include: Accounting, Aircraft Noise Abatement, Airfield Operations, Bureau of Planning and Environmental Affairs (Wildlife), Business and Finance (Revenue Development & Management), Marketing & Communications, Emergency Management, Environmental Operations, Environmental Policy & Sustainability, International Marketing, Museums, Reprographics, Social Media & Community Relations.

Requirements: College Summer Interns must be enrolled in an accredited college undergraduate or graduate degree program for Fall. Only those who have completed two (2) years of college; equivalent to 60 credit units or 90 quarter units, will be considered. College transcripts (unofficial accepted) must be uploaded with the application. A valid social security card at time of hire.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Linda Rosa at 650.821.5235 or [email protected] or e-mail [email protected]. For more information, visit the SFO website.