Airport Operations Intern

Class Summary:

CVG Airport Authority’s Airport Operations Internship program provides a college student exposure to a variety of airport job duties with a primary emphasis on airport operations and other functions under, and related to, the operations of the airport. The internship program seeks to educate the individual through practical experience working at a medium-hub airport; may be responsible for projects or be part of a project team.

Essential Duties: 

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.

• Under supervision conducts FAR Part 139/airfield inspections, gain exposure to operating in the movement area of an airport.
• Under supervision conducts daily inspections of the terminal and landside areas to ensure compliance with applicable KCAB policies.
• Assist in 49 CFR 1542 airport security, including handling access control system, security checkpoints, and airfield security.
• Provides high level of customer service when responding to inquiries from the public or airport stakeholders.
• Supports Airport Operations when responding to incidents and emergency events and providing support to KCAB departments as required.
• Assist Operations Leads and Managers in the planning and coordination of day-to-day activities.
• Assist in the revision and development of airport operations policies, procedures, and regulatory documents.
• Assist with research and content development for regulatory training.
• Assist with the implementation of the wildlife hazard management plan, utilizing wildlife control procedures as applicable.
• Assist with the monitoring of construction activities to ensure compliance with Construction Safety Phasin Plan (CSPP) & Contractors Safety Plan Compliance Documents (CSPD).
• Attend and participate in the airport tenant meetings.
• Perform other related task as assigned or required.

Training and Experience:

Must be currently enrolled (Junior, Senior, or Graduate student) in an accredited four-year college or university in Aviation Management, or related field. Must maintain a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or greater.

Licensing/Certifications:

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Maintain Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) clearance.
• Obtain and maintain US Customs and Border Protection Clearance.
• Obtain and maintain the ability to drive on the ramp and Airfield Operating Area.

Knowledge Of/Skill In:

• Clearly and effectively communicating and advocating, both orally and in writing.
• Use of a variety of computer-based technologies including word processing, and spreadsheets.
• Establishing and maintaining effective, fair, cooperative, collaborative, and respectful relationships with internal and external colleagues, peers, work teams and workgroups.

ADA And Other Requirements: 

Positions in this class typically require: standing, walking, fingering, talking, hearing, driving, seeing and repetitive motions.

Light Work: exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.