Job Description

Intern Airport - GMIA- AdministrationAirport, GMIA, Timmerman, 5300 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America Req #2198Tuesday, February 25, 2025Interested in joining Milwaukee County? Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day.Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support Enforcement, Combined Court Operations, Sheriffs Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors in the Department on Aging, those with Disabilities, and Veterans Affairs. Our employees also remain committed to serve the cultural, human, recreational and social needs of the entire community.Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!Airport Operations InternshipJoin the Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport family and live in the vibrant city of Milwaukee known for its rich history, summer festivals, delicious food, and vibrant art scene. With plenty of shorelines and parks, Milwaukee offers a unique blend of natural and urban beauty.As an Airport Operations Intern with Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, you will be a part of a family you can connect with, grow with, and have fun with!Do You Have What It Takes?Do people notice your positive attitude, your work ethic, and your excellent communication skills? Do you have the ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced and team-focused environment? A successful candidate will be passionate to provide exceptional guest service and ensures passengers' safe, legal, and efficient flow through the busiest airport in Wisconsin. MKE's Airport Operations Internship Program provides a college student or recent graduate exposure to a variety of airport job duties with primary emphasis on airport operations as well as exposure to emergency management and airport security. The internship program seeks to educate the individual through practical experience working at a medium-hub airport. The internship program provides the airport with the benefits associated with employing a college student or recent graduate with a fresh perspective.We Need YOU.Your job duties will includexe2x80xa6

• Answer phone calls and radio calls, dispatch the airport fire department (ARFF) and sheriffxe2x80x99s office (MCSO) to emergencies around the airport, create work orders when necessary, and assist with any other duties deemed necessary by Airport Operations management.
• The airport hosts shadowing opportunities to high school students over the summer. You will help the ACE student get exposure to this departmentxe2x80x99s daily operation.
• Understand the Airportxe2x80x99s Part 139 Self-Inspection Program. Gain exposure to operating in the movement area of an airport.
• Understand and gain exposure to 49 CFR Part 1542 xe2x80x93 Airport Security. Gain experience in how the airport handles its control access system, security checkpoints, and airfield security.
• Assist in the audit of the FAA-required Movement Area Driverxe2x80x99s Endorsements records in preparation for the FAA annual inspection.
• Assist in the creation and design of an Airport Operations webpage on the Airportxe2x80x99s website.
• Assist the department with coordination and planning of the Stars and Stripes Honor Flights. War veterans and their sponsors fly out in the morning, visit Washington, D.C. for the day, and return to MKE at night. Much of the coordination is in preparation for the welcome-home ceremony.
• Review and audit entries created to record medical emergencies, hazardous materials spills, fire alarms, suspicious odors, and airport fire department (ARFF) responses. You will work closely with the Safety Specialist to ensure inclusion into the Safety Management System (SMS) Program.
• Assist in developing improved and more detailed templates for the Airportxe2x80x99s Emergency Notification System (ENS) software.
• Gain exposure and understand of how the airportxe2x80x99s USDA personnel mitigate and control wildlife hazards around the airport.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Qualified residents of the United States

• Possession of valid driverxe2x80x99s license
• High School Diploma/GED
• Employees must undergo a criminal history background check to maintain security clearance for unescorted access to secured areas of the airport.
• A high level of customer service is needed to perform the duties involved with this job.
• Intermediate computer skills necessary including operating Microsoft Office products.

Preferred:

• either (1) be enrolled in or
• (2) be a recent graduate of a college program studying either Aviation Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.

Hourly Pay - $13.23 - $20.25Note: This unclassified position is open to all qualified applicants authorized to work in the United States. The selection process will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods.Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.

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