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Join the team that helps keep Raleigh-Durham International Airport moving.

The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority is responsible for the operation, maintenance and development of RDU, one of the fastest-growing airports in the United States. We offer careers across a wide range of disciplines, from operations and public safety to engineering, administration, guest experience and technology.

Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, RDU offers opportunities to make an impact while serving one of the fastest-growing regions in the country.

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Open Positions

Visit the Authority's job board to find and apply to open positions.

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Looking for jobs with an airline, restaurant, shop or other airport business? Visit our Airport Partner Careers page for opportunities with companies operating at RDU.

Why Work at RDU?

The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority is a public entity that operates like a business, focused on delivering a world-class airport experience for millions of travelers each year.

Our work is guided by five core values:

  • Respect

  • Integrity

  • Learning

  • Trust

  • Excellence

RDU by the Numbers

  • 18 major airlines

  • More than 80 nonstop destinations

  • More than 15 million annual passengers

  • More than 400 Airport Authority employees

  • More than 5,000 employees working for partners across the airport campus

Benefits

The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees and their families.

Benefits include:

  • Vacation leave

  • Sick leave

  • 11 paid holidays (some flexible)

  • Comprehensive wellness program

  • On-site fitness classes

  • Employee fitness center access

  • Employer-paid medical coverage

  • Employer-paid dental coverage

  • Employer-paid life insurance

  • Employer 401(k) contributions

  • 457 deferred compensation plan

  • Short-term disability coverage

  • Flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care)

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • Tuition assistance

  • Credit union membership

Equal Employment Opportunity

RDU is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D).

The Raleigh Durham Airport-Authority is committed to providing and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, gender, age (40 or older), national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal or state statutes, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. The Authority is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities as required under federal and state laws. This policy governs all personnel decisions, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training. Additional information can be found here. The Authority’s ADA/Title VI Coordinator can be contacted at 919-840-7700.

Contact Recruiting

Questions about careers with the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority? Contact our Recruiting team with questions.