Airside Operations Intern

INTERNSHIP INFORMATION

The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) Internship Program includes valuable leadership and professional development training opportunities to build your network exposure to MAC and the aviation industry and high-quality work experiences that will help you grow your career.

• Length: Summer - 12 weeks
• Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week)
• Start date: June 1 2026
• Location: MSP International Airport Terminal 1

JOB SUMMARY

The Airside Intern will shadow team members on and off the airfield assist with operational tasks and support department projects. The intern will learn about how aircraft movements ground handling fueling and airfield maintenance activities are coordinated to ensure safe and efficient operations for our stakeholders.

To apply:click the Apply link located just above the position description log-in and follow the instructions provided.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to Yolanda Burckhardt at or .

Applications will be accepted until3:00 PM on Monday February 2 2026.

MAC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If an accommodation is required for you to participate in the application process due to a disability please contact Tekia Jefferson at or .

MAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color gender age nationality or disability.

JOB DUTIES

• Observe and assist airfield inspection process to include use of Cityworks Respond

• Answer phones and radios and relay relevant information to airfield personnel and stakeholders

• Operate personal computers utilizing word processing electronic mail database spreadsheet and cloud-based software applications

• Document airport in Cityworks Respond to ensure compliance with FAR Part 139 requirements

• Assist with project research and surveys pertaining to FAR Part 139

• Assist with issuance of NOTAMs and FICONS to support airfield personnel

• Explore areas of interest and career options through site visits and job shadowing other departments

• Complete special projects as requested by Airside Management

• Participate in department training programs required under FAR Part 139

• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program OR be a recent graduate (within 12 months from posting date) in aviation management airport administration or related program.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of airport operations.
• Knowledge of relevant Federal and State statutes and regulations pertaining to airport operations.
• Currently a Junior or Senior in Bachelors degree program