Expert: David A. NewMyer - 3/9/2008

Question
Hello,
I am looking for a part time job in the field of aviation. I was wondering if you know of any part time job openings with airlines or anything like that. Thanks

Answer
Darryl:

Most airlines do have part time jobs in two key areas:  Ramp Service (baggage handling, etc) and Customer Service (staffing the ticket counter, checking in passengers, etc).  Also, at major hubs like Chicago O'Hare or Atlanta-Hartsfield/Jackson, there are jobs available in the summer for college students to work in customer service to assist unaccompanied minors to move from one gate at the airport to another gate.

Your best bet is to create a resume that lists your name, address, phone and email address at the top and all of your education and work experience (and other special qualifications such as any special training, special licensure, computer skills, etc).  Once you have the resume, then, go visit your local airport and visit the ticket counter.  If it is a large airport like O'Hare or Atlanta, then, there are airline personnel offices that would take your resume.  You will need to contact the main airline phone numbers in those large cities and ask them where and when they are accepting resumes/applications for part time jobs.

Best wishes,

David A. NewMyer