2026 Undergraduate Internship - Business & Community Development

Job Overview

Are you interested in learning how major organizations build strategic partnerships, support local businesses, and drive economic impact in their communities? Our Business & Community Development Internship offers a hands-on opportunity to work at the intersection of strategy, outreach, and economic growth. This paid summer internship is designed for undergraduate students who are passionate about community engagement, business strategy, public-private partnerships, and economic development. Apply today!

What you will be doing:

• Collect, organize, and analyze data related to business participation, vendor engagement, economic impact, and community programs.

• Identify trends, gaps, and opportunities within community and business development initiatives.

• Prepare and/or present written, oral, and electronic proposals to management staff.

• Participate in a variety of professional development activities providing practical experience in the application of development skills toward the solution of business problems.

What you need:

• Must be an active student in a bachelor's degree program in Business, Public Administration, or a related field at an accredited college or university.

• 18 years of age or older.

What we desire:

• Current, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher from one of the following universities (University of North Texas, University of Texas at Arlington, University of Texas at Dallas, Paul Quinn College, or University of Oklahoma).

Effort:

• Works in an office environment.

• Uses keyboard devices and computer monitors.

• Uses near-visual acuity in reading written documents and data.

• Communicates by telephone, computer, in writing, and in person.

• Drives to locations on airport property.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this position at this time.

About Us

We are Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) Airport-one of the most successful airports in the world by any definition. We are recognized for our innovation, leadership, drive for excellence and talented employees.

Our success is made possible because of the diverse talents of over 2,100 employees who champion our mission of providing an exceptional airport experience to our customers and connect our community to the world. We are looking for the best talent to join us and help reimagine what an airport can be.

Bring your talents to DFW. Live and work with purpose.