Intern - Financial Planning & Analysis (Summer 2027)

United Airlines; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Accident & Disability

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Commute benefits

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k)

Flight privileges

Job summary

Join United Airlines in Chicago for a 10–12 week internship in Finance. You’ll work on budgets, capital planning, profitability forecasting, and cost analysis while gaining hands‑on experience and exposure to leadership.

The program offers exposure to enterprise‑wide projects and potential full‑time conversion based on performance and business needs. Ideal candidates are undergraduates in Finance or Accounting with strong MS Office skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, and excellent

Qualifications

• Must be a current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, or related area of study and have at least one semester left post‑internship completion.
• Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to handle simultaneous projects and adapt to a fast‑paced, changing environment
• Solid interpersonal skills with a focus on collaboration and teamwork
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Position is based in Chicago, IL – must be able to relocate
• Intern duration is 10‑12 weeks during Summer 2027
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship now and in the future
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

Responsibilities

• Developing department‑level and enterprise‑wide annual and long‑term budgets
• Developing the annual capital plan and providing analytical support for capital investment decisions
• Performing complex analyses, such as evaluating labor productivity or growth opportunities
• Developing profitability and cash flow forecasts
• Analyzing cost trends and resource utilization and developing performance metrics

Skills

MS Office

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Relocate to Chicago

Work authorization in US

Education

Finance/Accounting undergraduate

Job description

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.

Come join us to create what’s next. Let’s define tomorrow, together.

Description

At United, we offer internships, co-ops, and full-time opportunities for early career professionals. In any role, you’re a key member of our team, contributing to real projects that help move the business forward while gaining hands‑on experience, growing your professional skill set, and connecting with industry leaders. You’ll also have a chance to build community through our employee‑run Business Resource Groups, participate in industry conferences, and enjoy unlimited standby travel anywhere we fly.

We believe that inclusion helps us thrive and grow at United across our collaborative Finance teams consisting of Financial Planning & Analysis, Internal Audit, Treasury, Global Procurement, Controllership, Investor Relations and more. These teams provide the financial fuel that keeps our operation running from providing detailed analyses of financial planning, performance, and forecasts to managing our investments and financial strategies. Our Finance team plays an integral role in making our airline profitable and successful by meeting our financial goals.

Key Responsibilities:

During your summer experience, you will be fully immersed into our collaborative culture that is built on diversity of thought. This team is looking for your curiosity and unique point of view. We will look to push your development as an analyst and a leader alike through comprehensive, on‑the‑job training, leadership development workshops and personalized summer liaisons to help you navigate your internship. Interns will be given meaningful projects along with the opportunity to interact with and present to leadership. Primary responsibilities include the following (but are not limited to):

• Developing department‑level and enterprise‑wide annual and long‑term budgets
• Developing the annual capital plan and providing analytical support for capital investment decisions
• Performing complex analyses, such as evaluating labor productivity or growth opportunities
• Developing profitability and cash flow forecasts
• Analyzing cost trends and resource utilization and developing performance metrics

In addition, your understanding of United Airlines as a company and the airline industry will be enhanced through chats with leadership and behind‑the‑scenes tours of airport, baggage, and maintenance operations and/or crew training facilities.

This internship may be eligible for full‑time conversion based on performance in role, position availability and overall operational need, potentially offering a direct pathway to a career with us.

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Must be a current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, or related area of study and demonstrating strong academic performance with at least one semester of education left post‑internship completion
• Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to handle simultaneous projects and adapt to a fast‑paced, changing environment
• Solid interpersonal skills with a focus on collaboration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Position is based in Chicago, IL – must be able to relocate
• Intern duration is 10‑12 weeks during Summer 2027
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship now and in the future
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Undergraduate student graduating in Winter 2027 or Spring 2028

• Demonstrated understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and the ability to leverage AI effectively to support research, analysis, content creation, and problem‑solving. Applies critical thinking to validate AI‑generated outputs while adhering to organizational policies related to responsible AI use, data privacy, and security.

  Posting dates: September 1, 2026 through September 8, 2026

The starting rate for this role is $20.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job‑related, non‑discriminatory factors such as experience, education and skills. This position may also be eligible for bonus and/or long‑term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• accident & disability
• parental leave
• employee assistance program
• commuter
• paid holidays
• paid time off
• 401(k)
• flight privileges

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact [e-mail]