Intern, Aviation Management - Flight Operations (Summer 2027)

Delta Air Lines, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stand-by travel privileges

Job summary

Delta Air Lines, Inc. invites an Aviation Management intern to support Flight Operations with team-based projects and data analysis. The role includes exposure to Line Operations and the Chief Pilot Office, with a semester-ending presentation to leadership.

Interns will explore related departments and gain hands-on industry experience. This paid internship is on-site at Delta's World Headquarters in Atlanta, GA, offering stand-by travel privileges within the Delta system while off duty.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate aviation management program.
• Must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA and be in good academic standing.
• Ability to work on-site in Atlanta, GA.
• Must be 18+ and authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist in achieving division goals within Flight Operations.
• Collaborate with teams such as Line Operations or Chief Pilot Office.
• Work as a team to complete a semester-ending presentation for Flight Operations Leadership.
• Explore opportunities to learn about Flight Safety and other Delta departments.

Skills

Data analysis

Data collection

Regulation reading

Communication skills

Problem solving

Privacy awareness

Education

Undergraduate aviation management

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Forms

PowerPoint

Smartsheet

Job description

How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

A Flight Operations (Aviation Management) intern will assist in achieving divisional goals and contributing to the overall success of Delta Air Lines. Interns will be working with a specific team such as but not limited to Line Operations or the Chief Pilot Office.

While each intern will be assigned individual duties, all interns are expected to work as a team to complete a team assignment that will be presented to Flight Operations Leadership at the end of the semester.

Interns will have the opportunity to learn about other departments, such as but not limited to Flight Safety, Operations Customer Center, Technical Operations, In-Flight Service, and Airport Customer Service.

This is a paid internship, including additional privileges such as standby travel anywhere in the Delta system while off duty.

This is not a remote opportunity, Interns will work on-site at Delta's World Headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Must be able to commit to the duration of the internship timeline:
• o May 2027 through August 2027
• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program with an aviation management discipline.
• Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA and be able to maintain the minimum GPA.
• Working as an intern does not guarantee a full-time opportunity upon graduation. This position is intended to provide you with educational and professional work experience to prepare you for the workforce.
• Must be able to work onsite in the Atlanta, GA office.
• Have a competitive GPA and be in good academic standing with your university.
• Should have aspirations of working in the field of Aviation Management.
• Demonstrate competency in skills that include, but are not limited to, collection and analysis of data, reading and summarizing new regulations, and the ability to problem solve quickly.
• Must have a comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Access, Word, Excel, Forms PowerPoint, and Smartsheet.
• Possess excellent communication skills, be able to process complicated issues quickly, and maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
• Demonstrates that privacy is a priority when handling personal data.
• 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)

N/A

Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

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