Intern (Part-Time/Year-Round) - City

PAY AND FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) STATUS: 

Pay Range:  858

Hourly Rate:  $17.50 - $22.50

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

The normal starting pay for this position is the minimum of the pay range listed above. A higher rate of pay may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.

BACKGROUND CHECK

Employees assigned to the Airports Department must successfully pass a thorough TSA background check including fingerprinting.  Please read the Airports Department Notice of Criminal History Records Check and Criminal History Records Checklist available at the following link: Criminal History Records Checklist 

APPLICATION INFORMATION

• This position requires applicants to be at least 18 years of age at the time of application submission.  
• Employees in part-time/year-round positions may work no more than 29 hours per week.
• When completing the application, applicants will be asked to respond to application questions.  
• Completion of the application questions is required. 
• Applicant responses to the application questions must specifically answer the questions asked. 
• Responses to application questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume.
• Applicants may upload only two attachments.  Attachments may include, but are not limited to a resume, cover letter, transcripts, etc.  Applicants may also choose to combine documents into one field for upload.  
• Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to application questions have not been provided.
• Each application submission is reviewed independently.  

DEPARTMENTAL INFORMATION

This position is located in the Administration Division of the Airports Department within the City of Oklahoma City. The safety intern will play a vital role in supporting our airport operations by assisting with safety audits, participating in training sessions, and helping to implement safety initiatives. They will gain hands-on experience in regulatory compliance, incident reporting, and general airport safety procedures, all while contributing to a safer environment for staff and travelers.

JOB SUMMARY

This part-time position is used for training purposes in the field of public administration and in the specific operation of City departments. The position is responsible for providing standard research and administrative and/or technical support to an assigned City department. Typical duties include: performing a wide variety of administrative, project-related, department-specific, and/or financial assignments to assist a City department or division. This position may also be utilized for students and interns working part-time on special projects while completing advanced degree programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled in Aviation, Safety, Risk Management, or Emergency Management related degree program. 
• Currently possess a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Completed a minimum of five (5) courses in safety, airport operations, regulatory compliance, risk management, emergency management or related subject areas.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Previous internship, volunteer, or leadership experience demonstrating written and verbal communication skills in a professional setting.

OTHER DETAILS

Pay Method:  City employees are required to receive pay electronically, either via direct deposit or pay card.

Former Employees:  If this position is open to external applicants and you are a former employee, you must be eligible for rehire.  If you are unsure of your rehire status, please contact the Human Resources Department at (405) 297-2530.  If your rehire status has been coded “Not Eligible,” “Eligible 3,” or “Conditional,” you will need to request a review of your rehire status through the Human Resources Department’s Employee and Labor Relations Division.

Background Investigation, Drug Testing, Physical Examination:  Upon a conditional offer of employment/acceptance of position, the City of Oklahoma City will conduct a criminal history background check for external applicants. Applicants will be provided contact information for any third-party reporting agencies used to collect background information in connection with conditional offers of employment.   

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