About Our Job

Who We Are

The Denver International Airport (DEN) Airport Operations division is actively seeking a Airside Operations DENtern to contribute to their division. As part of DEN's Strategic Plan, Vision 100, which envisions reaching 100 million annual passengers, Airport Operations plays a pivotal role in transforming the aviation industry. The department ensures airport safety by conducting thorough inspections of airport facilities and airfields to maintain compliance with FAA regulations, including FAR Part 139, and other federal guidelines. It enforces security protocols, manages emergency responses, and coordinates with multiple stakeholders to address incidents. Additionally, the department oversees snow and ice control operations and implements operational procedures to support safe, secure, and compliant airport operations

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive pay rate to commensurate with education. Denver International Airport emerging talent positions are required to attend all sessions of professional development within the cohort model. You will be onboarded with a cohort of peers to begin to help you develop your network across the aviation industry.

As an intern you will get to experience working on projects such as:

• Assist with New-Hire classroom training for all Airside Operations employees

• Reconcile and audit FAA inspection logs and databases

• Assist with required runway friction testing and audits

• Assist with daily airfield inspections of runways, taxiways, ramps and concourses

What You’ll Bring

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following skills, characteristics, and interest:

• An interest in Aviation Management and Airport Operations

• This could be an ideal position for someone seeking to gain aviation experience and insight into airport management.

• Effective Communications (written and oral): Writing and open communication skills for expressing concepts and results; ability to communicate research findings clearly and captivatingly.

• Interpersonal: Verbal and nonverbal communication, the ability to handle conflict, teamwork, empathy, listening, and a positive attitude

• Creativity and Innovation: Thinking outside the box and coming up with new and unique concepts. Someone who takes those creative ideas and turns them into practical and valuable outcomes.

• Time Management: Proactively taking on new challenges and responsibilities; effective time management to prioritize activities and achieve project deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education Requirement: Current enrollment in an accredited college program leading to a certificate, licensure, associates, bachelor’s, or higher degree in, or a recent graduate (completed specified program within 1 year of completion).

• Experience: None

• Education and Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted.

Mandatory documentation required to be considered for this position:

• Resume (with most current information)

• Transcripts – either official or unofficial; dated within your current academic term. This is only used to verify amounts of credits; grades will not influence decision.

Optional Documents:

• Cover letter detailing why you are interested in this position.

Location Flexibility

The City and County of Denver supports a hybrid workplace model with a required 3 days in office. Employees work where needed to support business, at the Denver International Airport. We do not offer housing or relocation assistance for this position.

Internship Duration and Hours

This is 12-month internship, with typical hours not to exceed 39 hours a week.

FBI Background Check 

FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment. By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required.  

About DEN  

Denver International Airport (DEN) is the third-busiest airport in the United State