Business Operations High School Internship – Center of Equity and Excellence in Aviation - Denver International Airport (10 weeks)

City and County of Denver•Denver, CO

9d•$19 - $19•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
1–2-page resume
Transcripts – either official or unofficial; dated within your current academic term.

Nice To Haves

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
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
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.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the weekly design, distribution, and tracking of the DENtern newsletter.
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
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
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.
Present insights to DEN’s executive leadership to help shape strategic innovation and prepare the airport for the future.