Intern, Aviation Security

College Programs New York, New York


Description

Position at The Port Authority of NY & NJ

About the Internship

 

The Aviation Security Central Office Unit is responsible for the strategic oversight, coordination, and compliance of aviation security programs across all Port Authority airports. The unit plays a vital role in ensuring the effectiveness of security operations and supports the consistent implementation of best practices to safeguard our passengers, employees, and airport facilities.

  

Responsibilities

  • Review, monitor and track in-line baggage and CCTV Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) invoices to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
  • Prepare and submit monthly revenue accruals to the Comptrollers Department which includes the review and processing of invoices
  • Assist in the preparation of the multi-million and year Aviation Security budget
  • Provide support in the planning and coordination of annual security training courses
  • Compose PowerPoint presentations on Airport ID Card data processing times
  • Compose detailed meeting minutes for various security meetings
  • Conduct research of TSA security regulations and industry best practices.
  • Perform additional tasks as requested to include white papers, Power Point presentations, etc.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Enrollment at a college/university through the duration of the internship
  • Major in Aviation management, Criminal Justice, Security, Public Administration, or a related discipline
  • Minimum GPA of 2.7

 

Desired Qualifications

  • Ability to use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Ability to draft/edit documents to include bulletins, white papers, etc.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
  • Customer service skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent written and communication skills

 

Internship Details

  • The start date is expected to be in September or October
  • This internship will require a minimum of 20 hours per week, but can go up to 36.25 hours per week
  • The format is expected to be primarily in-person, but some remote days may be possible

 

Selection Process

  • Only applicants under consideration will be contacted
  • If selected to move forward, the hiring team will reach out directly to schedule 1-2 interviews
  • Different internships will have different timelines for interviews

 

Compensation & Benefits

  • The hourly rate range is $18.07 to $27.89 (the exact rate will be determined by internship type and rising school year)