Airport Management Intern*

City of Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 24,797,000; Part time

Job summary

The Riverside Airport, a department of the City of Riverside, is inviting applications for two Airport Management Interns for Spring 2027. Under direct supervision, interns will perform aviation- and airport-related duties in administration and operations, working 19 hours per week and funded by the Youth Service Corps Grant.

Applicants should be enrolled in a four-year aviation program (junior level or higher) and may hold ACE (Operations), CM, or Private Pilot Certificate preferences.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate pursuing a four-year program in aviation or related area; junior level or higher.
• ACE (Airport Certified Employee) - Operations preferred
• CM (Certified Member) through the American Association of Airport Executives
• Private Pilot Certificate preferred

Responsibilities

• FAA/DOT Grant Management
• Real Property Management
• Leases
• Airport Capital Improvement Programs/Planning
• Airfield Management, Administration and Operations
• Tenant & Customer Relations

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

A four-year aviation program student

Tools

ACE - Operations

CM - AE

Private Pilot Certificate

Job description

The Riverside Airport, a department of the City of Riverside, is accepting applications for two (2) Airport Management Interns for Spring 2027. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

Eligible undergraduate students enrolled in college programs with a concentration in Aviation Management are encouraged to apply to this internship for the opportunity to practice the knowledge and skills s/he has learned throughout his/her academic pursuits. Under direct supervision of a City employee, the Intern will perform a variety of aviation/airport related duties, to include both Airport Administration and Operations/Maintenance.

Reports to:

• The Airport Manager

Internship Program Funding:

This Internship Program is funded by the Youth Service Corps Grant. The Youth Service Corps Grant emphasizes four areas of service: education, food insecurity, climate change, and public service. It combines responsibilities, learning opportunities, and the chance to interact meaningfully with your community. Interns funded through the Youth Service Corps Grant will work 19 hours per week in a department at the City of Riverside, take a monthly training course, and meet with a job coach.

Job Classification:

The job classification being used is General Service Worker. Airport Management Intern is a working title to reflect the current, specific need.

Examples of Duties:

• FAA/DOT Grant Management
• Real Property Management
• Leases
• Airport Capital Improvement Programs/Planning
• Airfield Management, Functions of Airport Administration and Operations
• Tenant & Customer Relations

Ability to:

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Complete assignments on time and accurately
• Apply problem-solving and structured thinking skills and in performance of duties
• Work independently and within a diverse and collaborative environment

Desired Qualifications:

• Current college student enrolled in a four-year program of study in aviation or a related area; Junior-level or higher.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess ACE (Airport Certified Employee) - Operations through the American Association of Airport Executives
• Possess CM (Certified Member) through the American Association of Airport Executives
• Private Pilot Certificate

Youth Service Corps Grant Qualifications

To qualify for the Youth Service Corps program, you must be between the ages of 16 and 30 years old and meet at least one (1) of the following criteria:

• Have not participated in an AmeriCorps program
• May have difficulty finding employment
• Are low income
• Are unemployed and/or out of school
• Are/were justice involved
• Are in/or transitioning from foster care, and/or
• Are engaged with the mental health or substance abuse system.

While we encourage all interested candidates to apply, the Youth Service Corps requires that 75% of all hires through the program meet at least one (1) of the eligibility requirements listed above. Candidates who do not meet all eligibility requirements are still welcome to apply, but their application may not be available for grant funding.

Selection Process:

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

1. An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
2. An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.