For Immediate Release
May 12, 2022
Contact:
Office of Communications and Public Affairs
(678) 920-0857
Hartsfield-Jackson to Host 2022 ATL Airport Summer Youth Program
Professional experience offered for 100 Atlanta-area youth
ATLANTA – Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) will host the 2022 ATL Airport Summer Youth Program from June 6 – July 29. Now in its second year, the ATL Airport Summer Youth Program has expanded to welcome a total of 100 Atlanta-area youth for employment at the world’s busiest airport. This program offers a unique, paid opportunity for selected participants, exposing them to the 250 different disciplines and occupations within the Airport. The Youth Program details and application link are below. The deadline for students to apply is May 17.
FOR MEDIA: A student and former program participant will available for sound today, May 12 at 4:15 p.m. Please email media@atl.com if interested in an interview opportunity.
Program Details:
Onsite Airport Provided Incentives:
$15/hour (32-hour workweek) MARTA cards Lunch daily Uniform shirts
Program Duration: June 6 through July 29
Minimum Criteria:
Must be 16 years or older. Must attend an Airport-area high school (i.e., Atlanta Public Schools, Clayton County Schools, Fulton County Schools) Must have an outgoing personality. Interested in careers in customer service, marketing, ground transportation, parking, etc. Good interpersonal and communication skills required.
Application Link:
Application Deadline: May 17, 2022
In alignment with Mayor Dickens’ initiative to employ over 3,000 youth this summer, companies are encouraged to list their youth opportunities on https://www.atlyouthengage.com.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL) is the world’s busiest and most efficient airport. Owned and operated by the City of Atlanta, ATL provides nonstop service to 150 U.S. destinations and 70 international locations in more than 50 countries. ATL was the first airport in history to serve more than 100 million passengers in a calendar year and continues to top passenger totals worldwide. In response to the current pandemic, Hartsfield-Jackson has pivoted to focus on implementing heightened safety protocols while maintaining efficiency and financial stability. The Airport normally boasts a direct economic impact of $66 billion in the region. A frequent recipient of awards of excellence, ATL is recognized for its leadership in concessions, operations, sustainability, architectural engineering, and construction. For more information, visit www.atl.com.
