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The Allegheny County Airport Authority’s AGC Internship position will expose the student to hands-on experience at the Allegheny County Airport (AGC) in West Mifflin, PA. The incumbent will be involved in several projects throughout the internship, and will have the unique opportunity to work with multiple levels of the organization and provide support in analyzing, developing, and improving processes.

Here is how the AGC Intern will help:     

• Conduct research, collect data, analyze and develop recommendations for potential strategies and tactics to address challenges related to AGC, with regard to organizational priorities and performance standards.

• Partner with our team at AGC to assist in the revision and development of airport operations and communications policies and procedures
• Attend and participate in the airport tenant and staff meetings
• Assist with the daily airfield safety and security inspections
• Assist in coordination of day-to-day activities
• Attend and participate in AGC Operations-provided training and check-rides
• Assist in various inspections, such as hangar, fueling and FBO random inspections
• Assist with research and content development for training
• Assist in preventative maintenance program; and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the Air Operations Area (AOA) and airside complexes
• Assist with wildlife mitigation and reporting
• Aid Operation Supervisors and Duty Managers as needed
• Performs other related tasks as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Requirements to apply for role of AGC Intern are:

• Must currently be enrolled in school as a second year (or above) undergraduate from an accredited four-year college or university in Aviation Management, or related field.
• Must maintain a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or greater.

Don’t meet every requirement?

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. As a Smarter Airport, we recognize that talent is not always related job history and skills come from valuable experiences that aren’t always shown on a resume. If you are excited to make a positive change for our region, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for our organization, whether it be this role or another.

About Allegheny County Airport Authority

Allegheny County Airport Authority, which manages Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and Allegheny County Airport (AGC), is committed to transforming Pittsburgh’s airports to reflect and serve the community, inspire the industry, and advance the region’s role as a world leader.

Pittsburgh International Airport serves nearly 10 million passengers annually on 17 carriers and was named by Fast Company magazine as One of the Most Innovative Companies in the World as well as a finalist in its World Changing Ideas awards, both in 2020. PIT’s first-of-its-kind microgrid – which completely powers the airport campus through natural gas and solar energy – has won numerous awards for resiliency and sustainability.

PIT is in the midst of an ambitious terminal modernization that will make the passenger experience more efficient and deliver real opportunity for the region. The $1.4 billion new terminal program will construct a smarter, greener airport, inspired by the best of our region. The updated terminal lands in 2025 and will be the first airport terminal in the U.S. to be built from the ground-up post-pandemic, designed and constructed with the highest public health standards in mind.

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