Denver International Airport: Airport Security Intern

Airport Security Intern - Denver International Airport

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About Our Job

 This is an on-call , six-month internship.  This position is expected to work no more than 30 hours per week and is not eligible for benefits.

Denver International Airport (DEN) is the third-busiest airport in the United States and one of the top ten busiest airports in the world, connecting our community globally through flight and business. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $33 billion for the region annually and employing nearly 30,000 people. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and uplift all races, ethnicities, gender identities, national origins, ages, abilities, religion, and LGBTQIA+ communities. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, and we strive to keep diversity, equity and inclusion at the center of all that we do.                          The Denver International Airport (DEN) Intern program is an integral part of the culture at DEN and provides students the opportunity to work alongside DEN professionals, while being able to explore career opportunities within the aviation industry. Check out the DEN 2018 Internship Experience here:  https://youtu.be/FTQ4vYlKX4M

Program Goals:

• Create a career ladder opportunity for interns to gain first-hand work experience relative to DEN’s business environment, mission, vision, and goals with the goal of convert-to-hire
• Expose interns to the variety of career opportunities within the aviation industry
• Empower interns to learn new job skills or improve on an existing skillset in a specific technical area(s)
• Establish a professional mentorship relationship for interns and their mentors

As an intern, you will have the opportunity to experience:

• Oversight of multiple projects
• Assist in processing violation notices for the Violation Notice Program 
• Leading, educating and training Airport ID badge holders on security programs/initiatives
• Assist in the collection of data to help security management rate contract compliance
• Preparing the Security video script for the video and training, coordinating the locations for the video shoot, and testing the video on the Interactive Employee Training and Learning Suite (IET-LS)
• Reviewing reports, data entry, and other Rap Back subscription management tools to ensure compliance with the new federal regulations. 
• Updates to the Badging Office website forms and information; updates to the Badging Office Brochures; and, QLess digital management queue updates and key performance metrics. 

About You

We are looking for candidates with some or all the following experience:

• A current student seeking a bachelor's in Airport Operations, Aviation Management, and/or related field
• An interest in Airport Security operations and regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Technical computer skills
• Good technical reading abilities
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a team environment

We realize your time is valuable so please do not apply if you do not have at least the following required minimum qualifications:

• Education:   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
• Licensures/Certification(s): None
• Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted

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.

Snow / Emergency Duties: Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If weather conditions warrant or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees can be required to work extended hours and/or shifts.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

TA3181 Professional Administration Intern
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Position Type

Oncall

Position Salary Range

$18.84 - $21.21

Agency

Denver International Airport

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. 

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