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City of Atlanta · 1 day ago

2026 Summer College Intern - Department of Aviation

Atlanta, GA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$19.50/hr - $19.50/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

City of Atlanta is home to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the world’s busiest airport. The Summer College Internship Program offers students hands-on experience in various business units that drive airport operations and strategic initiatives, equipping them with valuable skills for their careers.

GovernmentInformation ServicesNon Profit

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Assist with ongoing projects, research, and analysis that contribute to the operational or strategic goals of the assigned department

Work alongside airport professionals, gaining insights into aviation management and business operations

Gather, review, and analyze data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for process improvements

Assist in guest relations, internal/external communications, or public affairs efforts to enhance customer experience

Prepare reports, presentations, spreadsheets, and other documentation as needed to support the assigned business unit

Follow airport security protocols, workplace policies, and departmental guidelines

Attend career-building workshops, industry networking events, and job readiness training sessions

Deliver a formal internship project presentation to airport leadership highlighting key learnings and contributions

Qualification

Research & Data AnalysisProject-Based WorkCustomer ServiceCollaboration & TeamworkProfessional Development

Required

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, community college, or technical institute

Must have completed at least one year of college before the internship begins

Minimum GPA of 2.50 on a 4.0 scale

Must provide an unofficial transcript within 24 hours of an interview and a certified copy upon hire

Must be registered for Fall 2026 classes

Must be able to pass an FBI fingerprint criminal history records check, and a Security Threat Assessment conducted by the federal government

Must be available for 8 consecutive weeks (May 21, 2026 – July 17, 2026)

Must appear in person for a security background check at ATL at least one month prior to the start date

Preferred

Students from the following disciplines are encouraged to apply: Aviation & Aviation Management, Public Administration, Business Administration (Accounting, Finance, Management, MIS, Real Estate, etc.), Computer Science & Information Technology, Criminal Justice, Engineering (All Disciplines), Environmental Studies, Hospitality Management, Political Science, Marketing, Other Related Fields