What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Airport Operations Internship position at Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA)?
AIRPORT OPERATIONS INTERN
Location: Wilmington Airport (ILG)
New Castle, DE
Hourly Rate: $16.00 (Undergraduate Student) $18.00 (Graduate Program Students)
Opening Date: December 17, 2025 Closing Date: February 17, 2026
I. POSITION SUMMARY
The internship program is for college students or recent graduates interested in pursuing a career
in Airport Management, Administration and Operations with a focus on the operations and
management of a commercial service airport, including airside and landside operations, airport
finances, property management and marketing functions primarily at Wilmington Airport (ILG).
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Develop knowledge of airport regulations, including airport rules and regulations, Airport
Security Program (ASP) requirements, and airport certification standards.
* Assist with and document facility and airfield compliance inspections which may include
working various shifts.
* Participate in airfield construction planning and coordination activities.
* Input operational data into systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness for analysis and
review.
* Assist with the documentation and record-keeping of airport operational events (Irregular
Operations), delays, incidents, and other significant occurrences.
* Review and update airport operations manuals, department policies and Standard Operating
Procedures (SOPs)
* Provide the highest level of customer service and professionalism to all internal and external
customers
* Conduct peer surveys of similar airports in the region, including review of Fees and Charges
and operational practices
* Assist with air carrier customer service terminal and landside activities.
III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
* General knowledge of airport operations and/or business practices
* Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to
ensure operational efficiency.
* Experience with Microsoft apps such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams,
SharePoint, OneDrive, etc.
* Ability to provide superior customer service to everyone by responding in a courteous and
efficient manner
IV. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* College students or recent graduates majoring in an Aviation or Business Management degree
program. Junior or senior year students preferred.
V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
* Valid driver's license
VI. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
* Subject to a background investigation including a TSA-based Criminal History
Records Check (CHRC), and pre-employment drug test
* Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit
with a financial institution
The Delaware River & Bay Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
www.drba.net
Location: Wilmington Airport (ILG)
New Castle, DE
Hourly Rate: $16.00 (Undergraduate Student) $18.00 (Graduate Program Students)
Opening Date: December 17, 2025 Closing Date: February 17, 2026
I. POSITION SUMMARY
The internship program is for college students or recent graduates interested in pursuing a career
in Airport Management, Administration and Operations with a focus on the operations and
management of a commercial service airport, including airside and landside operations, airport
finances, property management and marketing functions primarily at Wilmington Airport (ILG).
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Develop knowledge of airport regulations, including airport rules and regulations, Airport
Security Program (ASP) requirements, and airport certification standards.
* Assist with and document facility and airfield compliance inspections which may include
working various shifts.
* Participate in airfield construction planning and coordination activities.
* Input operational data into systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness for analysis and
review.
* Assist with the documentation and record-keeping of airport operational events (Irregular
Operations), delays, incidents, and other significant occurrences.
* Review and update airport operations manuals, department policies and Standard Operating
Procedures (SOPs)
* Provide the highest level of customer service and professionalism to all internal and external
customers
* Conduct peer surveys of similar airports in the region, including review of Fees and Charges
and operational practices
* Assist with air carrier customer service terminal and landside activities.
III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
* General knowledge of airport operations and/or business practices
* Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to
ensure operational efficiency.
* Experience with Microsoft apps such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams,
SharePoint, OneDrive, etc.
* Ability to provide superior customer service to everyone by responding in a courteous and
efficient manner
IV. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* College students or recent graduates majoring in an Aviation or Business Management degree
program. Junior or senior year students preferred.
V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
* Valid driver's license
VI. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
* Subject to a background investigation including a TSA-based Criminal History
Records Check (CHRC), and pre-employment drug test
* Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit
with a financial institution
The Delaware River & Bay Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
www.drba.net