SFO Fellows Program at San Francisco International Airport

Looking for a fellowship that helps you grow your skills, expand your network, and build your career foundation? San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has just that! The SFO Fellows Program provides recent graduates and emerging professionals with an immersive 12-month fellowship that combines meaningful project work, mentorship, and professional development at one of the nation’s leading airports. Fellows receive mentoring, career development support, and networking opportunities for professional growth. Fellows are highly encouraged to continue with City employment beyond their fellowship year and will receive guidance in applying for other employment opportunities within the SFO Airport Commission. For 2025–2026, SFO is offering two fellowship opportunities in the following areas: Safety & Compliance Fellow Custodial Operations Services Fellow Safety & Compliance Fellow Work alongside the Safety Management System (SMS) Team to support FAA regulatory compliance and airport-wide safety initiatives. Duties include assisting with risk assessments, hazard tracking, safety data collection, and contributing to safety campaigns. Fellows will help expand SMS implementation to more than 25,000 airport employees by July 2027, gaining valuable skills in program management, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory analysis. Custodial Operations Services Fellow Work with SFO’s Custodial Operations Services to ensure that airport facilities meet the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and operational efficiency for passengers, employees, and visitors. With over 25 million square feet of cleanable space across terminals, offices, and operational areas, Custodial Operations Services plays a critical role in maintaining SFO’s reputation as a world-class airport. You are excited about this opportunity because you will: Gather, organize, and interpret data to support airport programs such as safety, operations, and workforce planning. Contribute to the development of reports, dashboards, and presentations that summarize findings, highlight trends, and support informed decision‑making. Create and update tracking tools, documentation, and visual resources that capture project milestones, compliance activities, and performance results. Coordinate project tasks, monitor progress, and collaborate with internal and external partners to meet goals and timelines. Research and document procedures, workflows, and standards that align with SFO policies and regulatory requirements. Maintain databases and spreadsheets that monitor staffing levels, safety activities, or facility metrics while ensuring data accuracy and consistency. Participate in meetings, workshops, and team activities to gain understanding of SFO operations, systems, and public service functions. Develop communication materials and resources that help convey operational information to staff and stakeholders. Work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams to share data, gather input, and recommend process improvements. Demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and professional growth while learning SFO’s operational, analytical, and administrative practices. Nature of Work: The normal work period is Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. How to Qualify Minimum Qualifications Possession of a high school degree; AND Completion of 90 semester units or 135 quarter units from an accredited college or university by the appointment date. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. Desirable Qualifications Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.). Experience using Microsoft Teams for communication and collaboration. Interest in public service, aviation, or professional development. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Eagerness to learn and take initiative on projects. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, staff, and outside stakeholders, exercising professionalism and sound judgment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wayne State University