Intern, Network Scheduling (Summer 2027)

Delta Air Lines; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Air Lines is offering a Summer 2027 internship with our Network Scheduling team in Atlanta. You will coordinate flight schedules, align aircraft to demand, and analyze operational constraints to ensure reliability.

Ideal interns will have strong analytical and communication skills, be pursuing an undergrad degree with a 3.0+ GPA, and be able to work full-time on-site May through August 2027. Prior airline knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate degree.
• At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale.
• Available to work full-time for Summer 2027 (May–August).
• Must be able to work onsite in Atlanta, GA.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design and development of Delta's flight schedule.
• Align aircraft to demand while analyzing operational constraints.
• Ensure schedules meet maintenance, slot, curfew, and performance requirements.
• Implement holiday and day-of-week adjustments; manage charter flights.
• Review proposed schedule with stakeholders and make necessary changes.
• Fine-tune schedule for operational reliability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team oriented

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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

Delta Air Lines is seeking interns to join our Network Scheduling team for Summer 2027.

• Coordination of the design and development of Delta's flight schedule by aligning aircraft to demand, while analyzing operational and aircraft constraints
• Ensuring the final schedule meets all maintenance, slot, curfew, and special performance requirements
• Implementing holiday and day-of-week adjustments
• Managing charter flying and understanding the impact on the Network
• Reviewing proposed schedule with operational stakeholders, making changes as required
• Fine tuning schedule to ensure operational reliability

What You Need To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)

• Must be enrolled as a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate degree in a 4-year academic institution.
• At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale.
• Must be available to work on a full-time basis for Summer 2027 semester (May-August).
  • Student cannot actively take any courses (inclusive of online or in-person) and work as a Co-op/Intern at the same time, which may delay graduation by 1-2 semesters.
• Must be able to work onsite in our Atlanta, GA office for the duration of the internship.
• Working as a Co-op/Intern does not guarantee a full-time opportunity at Delta Air Lines upon graduation. This position is intended to provide educational and professional work experience to prepare the student for the workforce.
• Ideal candidates will know three letter airport codes and will understand basic airline economics.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work on multiple assignments with strict deadlines and function effectively under pressure.
• Must be team oriented.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, and ability to produce concise, relevant, strategic documents and executive presentations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• 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)

• Preferred majors in Business, Economics, Engineering, Aviation Management, or similar analytical related field of study.
• Previous operational or airline experience is an advantage, but not required.