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Career Resources

AAAE is here to support your growth and success every step of the way. We know that advancing your career can feel overwhelming, so we've made it our mission to be a reliable partner on your journey. With a range of resources—from hands-on workshops to valuable networking events—we're committed to helping you build skills, make connections, and reach your professional goals with confidence.

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Leadership Development Training

Whether you are stepping into a leadership role for the first time or looking to sharpen your skills, this training will become an important resource for your personal and professional growth.

Leadership Development Training

Whether you are stepping into a leadership role for the first time or looking to sharpen your skills, this training will become an important resource for your personal and professional growth.

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Aviation Emerging Leader Program

This program builds leadership skills, provides mentorship, and fosters meaningful collaboration, empowering you grow professionally and stand out as a leader among your peers.

Aviation Emerging Leader Program

This program builds leadership skills, provides mentorship, and fosters meaningful collaboration, empowering you grow professionally and stand out as a leader among your peers.

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Student Resources

Students are the driving force behind our industry's growth and innovation. Our student chapter program supports university and college students in airport management and aviation, promoting professional development, technical skills, and responsibility.

Young Professionals

The Young Professionals (YoPro) Committee supports AAAE members aged 40 and under at no additional cost, offering career development, networking, and educational opportunities, bridging the gap between emerging and established aviation leaders.

Mentor Match

Our Mentor Match program connects airport industry professionals who are willing to share their expertise with colleagues, young professionals, and students, fostering professional growth and development through personalized guidance and support. 

Other Resources

AAAE supports aviation professionals at every career stage. Whether you're looking to find industry opportunities, access professional development training, or enhance your credibility, we have something for you.

Career Center

Launch your career with confidence! Upload your resume, apply for jobs, set up custom job alerts, and tap into our extensive resource library. If you're hiring, you can also post open positions at your airport and connect with top industry talent.

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Professional Development Grants The AAAE Professional Development Grant Program empowers members to pursue opportunities for professional growth, expand their networks, and advance their careers—even when financial limitations make attending in-person events challenging.
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Certification Programs

Explore our industry-leading certification courses, including the Airport Certified Employee (ACE), Certified Member (C.M.), and Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.), which will help highlight your commitment to the industry and earn the respect of your colleagues.

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Distinguished Service Award

Awarded twice annually, airport professionals receive this award as a reflection of their outstanding accomplishments. In addition to contributions to their airport and AAAE, these individuals are respected leaders in their communities, and active participants in their regional chapters and other aviation organizations.

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Chair's Award

Awarded annually and solely at the discretion of the AAAE Chair, this award is presented to an individual(s) or organization that the AAAE Chair believes has exemplified their service to AAAE and the industry.

Past Recipients