Building Information Modeling (BIM) COLLEGE Intern: Asset Management - Denver International Airport

About Our Job What We Offer 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 between $21.42 - $24.14/hour. This position is eligible to enroll in the City and County of Denvers 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 1-year internship from Monday, June 1, 2026 - Friday, May 15, 2027, hours typically vary between 20-39 hours a week during the summer and 15-30 hours a week during school semesters. The DENterns work schedule will be flexible to accommodate their current academic commitments. Hours not exceeding 39 hours a week or 1,559 hours over a year. Who We Are & What Youll Do About DEN Since opening on Feb. 28, 1995, Denver International Airport (DEN) has become one of the worlds busiest airports. In 2025, 82,427,962 passengers passed through DEN, making DEN 4th busiest airport in the U.S. and the worlds 10th busiest airport. DEN is Colorados 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. DENs Building Information Modeling (BIM) team is actively seeking a Building Information Modeling DENtern to contribute to their division. As part of DEN's Strategic Plan, Vision 100, which envisions reaching 100 million annual passengers, BIM plays a pivotal role in transforming the aviation industry. As a DENtern on the BIM team you will be part of an industry leading team working with leading edge tools and processes in support of DENs asset management program. You will have the chance to develop new technical skills, sharpen presentation skills, learn about aviation, support our strategic plan, and see firsthand what the products of design and construction mean in the operations world. Projects include but are not limited to: Project #1: Digital Design & Modeling Support Gain real world experience using advanced digital design tools Support the creation and modification of 3D models using tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Tandem. Help visualize airport infrastructureincluding runways, taxiways, facilities, and utilitieswhile learning how digital design supports construction and airport operations. Project #2: Design Team Collaboration Experience Work alongside project managers, engineers, architects, and contractors to understand how largescale infrastructure projects come together. Assist with coordination activities and learn how diverse technical disciplines collaborate to deliver airport projects. Project #3: Airport Infrastructure Impact Projects Support tasks that directly influence airport infrastructure used by millions of travelers. Your contributions will help improve efficiency, safety, and passenger experience across one of the busiest airports in the world. Project #4: Infrastructure Lifecycle & Asset Management Support Explore the full lifecycle of airport infrastructure Assist with tasks related to asset management, including reviewing design documents, construction drawings, survey data, point clouds, or Geographic Information System (GIS) information. Learn how airports manage infrastructure from initial design through construction, maintenance, and longterm replacement planning. Project #5: Aviation Industry Engagement & Networking Participate in meetings, design reviews, learning sessions, and crossdepartment collaborations. Engage with aviation professionals across multiple disciplines to build relationships that can support your future career in design, engineering, or aviation. Project #5: 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 DENs executive leadership to help shape strategic innovation and prepare the airport for the future. What Youll Bring Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics: Studying in the field of architecture, engineering, construction management, drafting or a similar field. Interest in BIM Software: Get hands-on with industry-standard BIM software like AutoCAD, Revit, or Construction Cloud to master 3D modeling, visualization, and data management. Passion for developing skills for working with design models, survey data, point clouds, GIS Data, and construction drawings to inform BIM models and construction planning. Interest in BIM Drafting and documentation: Learn the ropes of working with construction drawings, plans, and sections in BIM models from an owners perspective and understand airport-specific modeling standards. Aviation Enthusiasm: Cultivate a genuine interest in airport operations and infrastructure. Your passion for the industry will fuel your learning and contribute to your success. Desired Skill Set: Technical Proficiency: Using tools like Revit, AutoCAD, and Autodesk platforms to create and manage models Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, concern, and politeness to others and relates well to different people from varied backgrounds and different situations Data Analysis Working with design models, survey data, point clouds, GIS data, and construction drawings to support planning Problem-Solving: Hone your problem-solving skills to tackle challenges that arise during BIM modeling and design, approaching them with critical thinking and a can-do attitude Critical Thinking: Looking at information from different angles, asking questions, and using evidence to make clear, well-supported ideas and recommendations. Minimum Qualifications Education Requirement: This position is open to students currently enrolled in an accredited college program leading to a certificate, licensure, associates, bachelors, higher degree in, or up to one year post college graduation. Experience: None Education and Experience Equivalency: No substitution of experience for education is permitted. Mandatory documentation required to be considered for this position: 12-page resume Transcripts either official or unofficial; dated within your current academic term. This is only used to verify amounts of credits; grades will not influence decisions. Optional Documents 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. Application Deadline This position is expected to stay open until Monday, February 23, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than Sunday, February 22nd at 11:59 PM. The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. FBI Background Check: FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment. By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required. About Everything Else Job Profile TA3182 Professional Technical Intern To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here. Position Type Oncall Position Salary Range $21.42 - $24.21 Target Pay $21.42 - $24.14/hour based on education Agency Denver International Airport Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor. The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days notice. Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S. For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish. With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. See yourself experiencing growth and balance. See yourself being respected and valued. See yourself belonging here. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Your journey starts right here. #SeeYourselfHere Never miss Dever Jobssign up for job alerts now!