Posted:
2/11/2026, 5:03:57 PM
Location(s):
Denver, Colorado, United States ⋅ Colorado, United States
Experience Level(s):
Internship
Field(s):
Business & Strategy
Workplace Type:
Hybrid
What We Offer
This internship is an on-call position, which means it is a part-time, hourly role. The City and County of Denver offers a competitive pay rate to commensurate with education, with the pay range for this position is $19.29 hourly. This position is eligible to enroll in the City and County of Denver’s 457b retirement plan. This position is not eligible for other additional benefits. On-call positions may have routine or variable work schedules.
Location Flexibility
The City and County of Denver supports a hybrid workplace model with a required 3 days in office. Employees work where needed to support business at Denver International Airport (DEN). We do not offer housing or relocation assistance for this position. Employees must work within the state of Colorado.
Internship Duration and Hours
This is a 10-week internship from Monday, June 1, 2026 - Friday, August 7, 2026, with typical hours not exceeding 39 hours a week.
Who We Are & What You’ll Do
Since opening on Feb. 28, 1995, Denver International Airport (DEN) has become one of the world’s busiest airports. In 2025, 82,427,962 passengers passed through DEN, making DEN 4th busiest airport in the U.S. and the world’s 10th busiest airport. DEN is Colorado’s primary economic engine, generating $47.2 billion in annual economic impact for the state. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and strive to keep Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility (EDIA) at the center of all that we do.
Through the DEN Intern (nicknamed “DENtern”) Program, students gain real world experience in aviation and workforce development while building professional skills. DENterns participate in a cohort-based model that emphasizes networking, collaboration, and professional growth, attending all scheduled professional development sessions, tours, and engaging in impactful projects across the airport.
DEN’s Center of Equity and Excellence in Aviation (CEEA) is actively seeking a Business Operations DENtern to contribute to their division. As part of DEN's Strategic Plan, Vision 100, which envisions reaching 100 million annual passengers, CEEA plays a pivotal role in transforming the aviation industry.
CEEA is a groundbreaking initiative designed to engage, educate, empower, and motivate students, employees, and small businesses. This unique endeavor is committed to inclusivity, with a focused effort on supporting under-represented communities. The CEEA team focuses on the transformative journey of shaping the future of aviation.
As a DENtern you will get to experience working on projects such as, but not limited to:
Project #1: DENtern Newsletter
Responsible for the weekly design, distribution, and tracking of the DENtern newsletter.
Share knowledge such as week-of meetup details, DENtern spotlights, program highlights
Project #2: CEEA Business Office Administrator Support
Assist CEEA with day-to-day operational needs that help keep programs running smoothly including tasks such as:
Meeting notetaking, shared mailbox management, room reservations, and other items
Creating an inventory management system for CEEA supplies
Project #3: Youth Programming Support
Help Youth Career Pathways team facilitate summer youth programing including DENtern events, DEN Academy, tours, and other events
Co-creating interactive activities for workshops, meetings, and activities for various CEEA programs
Project #4: Aviation Megatrend Research
Collaborate with a team of fellow DENterns to conduct discovery research on a key aviation megatrend. This includes gathering data, interviewing industry experts, and analyzing findings. At the end of the summer, your team will present insights to DEN’s executive leadership to help shape strategic innovation and prepare the airport for the future.
What You’ll Bring
Our ideal candidate has some or all the following interests, characteristics and skills:
An interest in clarifying career goals, interests, skills, and knowledge to help prepare for the rigors of college and/or the workforce.
Curious about exploring different career paths and learning how airports operate
A positive attitude when working in a fast paced environment with changing circumstances and deadlines
Energy, creativity, and enthusiasm for working in a fun, fast paced environment
Comfortable working with people from many different backgrounds
A willingness to try new things, ask questions, and bring fresh ideas to the team
Desired Skill Set:
Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and working well with others
Communication Skills: Verbal and written communication proficiency
Time Management: Efficiently managing time and meeting deadlines
Organizational Skills: Keeping workspaces and tasks orderly
Creativity: Generating innovative ideas and solutions
Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirement: This position is open to 16- to 19-year-olds who are currently enrolled in high school, are homeschooled, or up to one year post high school graduation.
Experience: None
Education and Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted.
Mandatory documentation required to be considered for this position:
1–2-page resume
Transcripts – either official or unofficial; dated within your current academic term. This is only used to verify amounts of credits; grades will not influence decisions.
Optional Documents
Cover letter detailing why you are interested in this position and 3-5 new skills, experiences, or tools you are hoping to take away from this experience.
Application Deadline
This position is expected to stay open until Sunday, February 22, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than February 22nd at 11:59 PM.
Job Profile
TA1585 Youth AssistantTo view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.
Position Type
OncallPosition Salary Range
$19.29 - $19.29Target Pay
Agency
Denver International AirportRedeployment during Citywide Emergencies
City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.
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.
It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact [email protected] with three business days’ notice.
Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.
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Website: https://www.denvergov.org/
Headquarter Location: Denver, Colorado, United States
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 1858
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Non Profit ⋅ Public Safety ⋅ Security