Summer College Intern

Are you a college student ready to jumpstart your career? 

SFO’s one‑of‑a‑kind Summer Internship Program offers part‑time opportunities (32 hours/week for 8 weeks) where you’ll gain real, hands‑on experience at a world‑class airport! Apply today!

Summer College Interns will learn to perform specialized duties that are pertinent to the entry level of the designated target employment; learn the organization of the department within the host office for which they are assigned, its relationship to other city agencies and the range of services it provides; attend instructional or other training programs relating directly to the duty assignment; and learn to perform other related duties normally expected of the entry-level employee. Requires responsibility for following instructions, learning, and adapting to existing policies and procedures and maintaining simple records of work completed.

SFO is offering Summer College internship opportunities in the following areas:

• Airport Integrated Operations Center (AIOC)
• Airside Operations
• AirTrain
• Aviation Marketing and Development
• Custodial Services (administration)
• Design and Construction
• Director’s Office
• Facilities/Mel Leong Treatment Plant
• Facilities/Scheduling
• Finance (Accounting Team)
• Finance (Finance Team)
• Ground Transportation Unit (GTU)
• Landscaping
• Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
• Talent Mobility

Learn more about each host offices here.

You are excited about this opportunity because you will:

• Assist in the performance of a variety of duties related to the functions of the assigned departmental unit.
• Carry out complex tasks on a limited basis in direct support of professional level personnel.
• May be responsible for researching and compiling data; assists in the preparation of related reports and documents
• Assist in the implementation of programs.
• Assist in the investigation and mediation of legal matters.
• Perform other functions outlined in the 9920 Public Service Aide-Assistant to Professionals.

How to qualify

Minimum Qualifications:

• Summer College Interns must be enrolled in an accredited college or graduate degree program for Fall 2026.
• Must have completed at least two (2) years of college; equivalent to 60 semester units or 90 quarter units.

What you’ll possess:

• Interest in public service, aviation industry, or professional development.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Eagerness to learn and take initiative on projects.

Selection Process: The selection process will include evaluating applications to ensure that candidates meet the minimum requirements. Depending upon the number of candidates, SFO may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate qualifications and only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of SFO will be invited to interview.

• Qualified candidates will be sent a Supplemental Questionnaire. Candidates who do not complete and submit this questionnaire by the specified deadline will not receive further consideration for this internship program.

NOTE: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through all steps in the selection process.