Graduate Intern, Innovation Ventures and Technology (Spring 2027)

Delta Air Lines; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flight benefits

Job summary

Delta Air Lines is actively seeking graduate students to join the Venture & Tech Scouting team as interns. You will research potential markets, analyze industry dynamics, and identify startups aligned with Delta's strategic needs.

You’ll build theses, track engagements, and support pilots and investments while expanding your venture capital exposure. You will work closely with Delta leadership, develop relationships in the tech community, and contribute to evaluations and reports throughout the

Qualifications

• Graduate students with a demonstrated interest in technology, startups and venture capital.
• Technology awareness in AI, robotics, sustainability and related fields.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to explore topics deeply and beyond surface levels.
• Strong communication and multi-stakeholder coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality research and summarize information on potential markets.
• Develop thesis around strategic areas and conduct market and industry analysis.
• Review and validate potential startups aligned to Delta executive needs.
• Monitor the venture landscape and foster relationships with the tech community.
• Support portfolio companies, the corporate accelerator, and fund of fund investments.
• Organize and track startup CRM and reports on engagements.

Skills

Research

Communication

Curiosity

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Storytelling

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

STEM degree (preferred)

Job description

How You'll Help Us Keep Climbing (Overview & Key Responsibilities)

Delta Air Lines is continually looking to embrace new technologies and enhance the customer experience, and with that in mind we are looking for current students who are interested in working with a leading innovation team in the airline industry. You will need to embrace challenges, devour knowledge, and love working on meaningful problems. Innovation isn’t just a concept; it’s about continually improving the customer experience from pre-booking a flight all the way through to a customer’s final destination. The interns will receive flight benefits during the assignment.

The Venture & Tech Scouting team plays a key role in developing and executing corporate innovation initiatives that contribute to Delta Air Lines' market leadership and growth. The team identifies and partners with innovative startup solutions to enhance & expand Delta's strategic objectives. You’ll have an opportunity to influence direction, selection, and deployment that solve the problems of tomorrow.

Intern Responsibilities Include

• Perform high-quality research and summarize information on potential markets
• Develop thesis around strategic areas and conduct market and industry analysis
• Review & validate potential startups aligned to Delta executive needs
• Monitor the venture landscape & foster relationships with the tech community
• Support portfolio companies, the corporate accelerator, and fund of fund investments
• Organize, track, and build out our startup CRM and reports on company engagements
• Conducts due diligence including reviewing financials, pitch decks and core technology
• Meet & Present with Delta leadership and business partners to understand core strategic needs, map out opportunities, connect our partners to the latest solutions
• Crafting and managing startup pilot evaluations by identifying strategic fit and negotiating advantages terms to secure additional upside
  
  

What You Need To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)

• Graduate students with a demonstrated interest in technology, startups, and venture capital
• Tech Knowledge: You know the latest trends across AI, Robotics, Sustainability & more
• Self-starter: You can work independently and collaboratively when appropriate
• Curiosity: You are willing to explore topics beyond the surface & know how to dive in deep
• Perspective: You bring your own opinions & viewpoints, but can quickly adjust
• Storytelling: Excellent communication skills and creative thinking
• Flexibility & attention to detail to balance multiple projects and stakeholder needs
• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
• Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
• Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
• Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.
  
  

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• STEM Degree or a technical background
• Strong business fundamentals (financial modeling, etc.) & understanding of private markets
• Prior experience or knowledge of the commercial aviation sector & complexities
• Understanding of strategic business frameworks or previous consulting experience
• Previous experience in venture capital, investment banking, or corporate innovation