Senior Undergraduate Intern

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking provided

Job summary

The Senior Undergraduate Intern position with the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) offers hands-on exposure to state aviation initiatives in downtown Oklahoma City. You will assist with airport inspections, pavement inspections, and statewide planning, while gaining experience in aero education and drone initiatives.

Ideal candidates are juniors or seniors in aviation-related programs with a 2.75+ overall GPA and a 3.00+ major GPA, able to work part-time in-office and

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in-office 15-20 hours/week during regular office hours (Mon–Fri, 7:30am–6:00pm).
• Preference for ability to devote at least one full day (8am–5pm) on-site.
• Must provide own transportation to OKC office.
• Must complete tasks both in office and in the field.
• Must communicate effectively by phone, email, and in person.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Airport Division with airport inspections and pavement inspections.
• Support statewide system planning and related airport projects.
• Participate in aero education, Advanced Air Mobility (Drones), outreach and special events when available.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Overall GPA 2.75+

Aviation major GPA 3.00+

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Posting Title

Senior Undergraduate Intern

Agency

060 OK DEP AEROSPACE & AERONAUTICS

Supervisory Organization

Dept of Aerospace & Aeronautics

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Part time

Job Type

Intern

Compensation

$12.85/hour

Job Description

Basic Purpose

The selected applicant will spend the Spring semester at the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics office in downtown Oklahoma City. During their time at ODAA, the applicant will enhance their knowledge of state aviation by assisting the Airport Division with airport inspections, pavement inspections, statewide system planning, and various airport projects as needed. There may also be opportunities to participate in activities for aero education, Advanced Air Mobility (Drones), outreach/advocacy, and special events.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work in office 15-20 hours/week during regular Office Hours (M-F, 7:30am-6:00pm)
• Preference will be given to applicant that can devote at least 1 full day (8am – 5pm) to working at ODAA
• Must be able to provide one’s own transportation to and from ODAA’s office in downtown OKC
• Must be able to complete tasks effectively both in an office setting and in the field
• Must be an effective communicator by phone, email, and in person
• Must demonstrate ability to work well with others
• Must demonstrate ability to work on projects with minimal supervision
• Must possess a knowledge of performing general administrative tasks including the ability to operate a personal computer with Microsoft Office programs and skills in organizing, compiling, and recording information accurately

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• 2.75 overall retention GPA or higher
• 3.00 major (Aviation) retention GPA or higher
• Must be a junior or senior enrolled in an undergraduate aviation-related degree program

PAY AND BENEFITS

• Pay rate is $12.85/hour
• Parking is provided

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

Applications submitted without the required materials may not be considered.

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Official transcript(s)

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.