2026 Airport Operations Internship

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).

Created: 2026-03-10