Airport Affairs Intern

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<strong>This Is How We Fly<br><br></strong>At JSX, we’re not just a lifestyle carrier – we’re a lifestyle employer. Here, entrepreneurship meets determination, and excellence is our standard. We believe that the journey is just as important as the destination, and every day, we strive to create a Joyful, Simple eXperience for our Customers. Join us, and find your runway to growth, innovation, and success.<br><br><strong>About The Role<br><br></strong>As an Airport Affairs Intern, you’ll work alongside the Airport Affairs team to support station operations, stakeholder engagement, and real estate initiatives. You’ll assist in managing contracts, coordinating airport relationships, and researching regulations that impact JSX operations. This role is ideal for students interested in the business and policy side of aviation who want to understand how carriers navigate airport partnerships and compliance.This full-time summer internship will run from May 18th through August 7th.<br><br><strong>A Day In The Life<br><br></strong>Your day will be varied and collaborative—one moment analyzing airport agreements or lease terms, the next preparing reports or meeting with station teams. You’ll play an active role in supporting projects that ensure our operations remain compliant, efficient, and ready for growth. Additional responsibilities include:<br><br><ul><li>Assist with real estate prospecting and maintaining the real estate master list.</li><li>Collaborate with external stakeholders such as airport management, FBOs, and consultants to support ongoing projects.</li><li>Support contract management activities in partnership with the Legal team.</li><li>Work with the Commercial team to evaluate potential airport locations for future JSX service.</li><li>Conduct station visits to assess facility conditions and gather feedback from local Crewmembers.</li><li>Research aviation regulations, lease agreements, and airport policies to support decision-making.</li><li>Prepare presentations, documentation, and reports for internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Help track airport compliance requirements and maintain organized records.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Why You’ll Love This Role<br><br></strong><ul><li>Aviation Exposure: Gain a behind-the-scenes look at how airlines partner with airports and manage operations.</li><li>Meaningful Work: Contribute to initiatives that directly influence JSX’s station network and expansion strategy.</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside Legal, Commercial, and Operations teams.</li><li>Professional Growth: Develop communication, research, and project management skills in a real-world aviation setting.<br><br></li></ul><strong>What Makes a Successful Airport Affairs Intern?<br><br></strong><strong>We’re Looking For Someone Who Is<br><br></strong><ul><li>Detail-Oriented: You ensure accuracy when dealing with contracts, data, and compliance.</li><li>Communicative: You can clearly convey ideas across diverse stakeholders and departments.</li><li>Analytical: You can synthesize data, research, and regulations into actionable insights.</li><li>Collaborative: You enjoy working with teams and external partners to achieve shared goals.</li><li>Entrepreneurial: You take ownership, act decisively, and continually seek to improve.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Required Experience<br><br></strong><ul><li>Active college student completing sophomore or junior year</li><li>Currently pursuing a degree in Aviation Management, Business Management, or a closely related field<br><br></li></ul><strong>Preferred Experience<br><br></strong><ul><li>Previous experience in aviation, real estate, or transportation<br><br></li></ul><strong>Skill, Licenses, & Certifications<br><br></strong><ul><li>Strong communication and organizational skills</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)</li><li>Interest in airport operations, aviation policy, and real estate strategy</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities<br><br></li></ul><strong>Pay & Perks<br><br></strong>Compensation is $18.00/hour. This was established after performing market research and is aligned with our approach to compensation.<br><br><ul><li>Travel Benefits: Enjoy free non-revenue standby travel on JSX, plus deeply discounted standby travel other major domestic & international airlines for you and your qualifying immediate family.</li><li>401(k) match: 50% of your first 8%<br><br></li></ul><strong>Additional Information<br><br></strong>May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, technical developments, etc).<br><br>JSX seeks to provide equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment, as well as to ensure that all personnel activities, such as the recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotion, transfer, layoff and termination processes remain free of illegal discrimination and harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin.<br><br>Ready to soar with us? Join JSX, where every day is a chance to be part of something eXtraordinary!

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