New 
2026 Airport Operations Internship
 Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA) | |
 United States, Delaware, New Castle | |
 Dec 18, 2025 | |
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AIRPORT OPERATIONS INTERN
Location: Wilmington Airport (ILG) New Castle, DE Hourly Rate: $16.00 (Undergraduate Student) $18.00 (Graduate Program Students) Opening Date: December 17, 2025 Closing Date: February 17, 2026 I. POSITION SUMMARY The internship program is for college students or recent graduates interested in pursuing a career in Airport Management, Administration and Operations with a focus on the operations and management of a commercial service airport, including airside and landside operations, airport finances, property management and marketing functions primarily at Wilmington Airport (ILG). II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Develop knowledge of airport regulations, including airport rules and regulations, Airport Security Program (ASP) requirements, and airport certification standards. * Assist with and document facility and airfield compliance inspections which may include working various shifts. * Participate in airfield construction planning and coordination activities. * Input operational data into systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness for analysis and review. * Assist with the documentation and record-keeping of airport operational events (Irregular Operations), delays, incidents, and other significant occurrences. * Review and update airport operations manuals, department policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) * Provide the highest level of customer service and professionalism to all internal and external customers * Conduct peer surveys of similar airports in the region, including review of Fees and Charges and operational practices * Assist with air carrier customer service terminal and landside activities. III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES * General knowledge of airport operations and/or business practices * Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure operational efficiency. * Experience with Microsoft apps such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc. * Ability to provide superior customer service to everyone by responding in a courteous and efficient manner IV. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE * College students or recent graduates majoring in an Aviation or Business Management degree program. Junior or senior year students preferred. V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS * Valid driver's license VI. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS * Subject to a background investigation including a TSA-based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC), and pre-employment drug test * Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit with a financial institution The Delaware River & Bay Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). www.drba.net | |