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United Airlines · 4 months ago

Intern - Resource Planning - Industrial Engineering (Summer 2026)

United States-IL-WHQ - Chicago - Corporate Support Center - Willis Tower

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

United Airlines is a major airline company seeking interns for their Resource Planning team. This internship will immerse you in a collaborative culture and provide hands-on experience in resource planning, budgeting, and forecasting related to flight schedules.

HospitalityIn-Flight EntertainmentService IndustryTransportationTravel

No H1B

Responsibilities

Employing resource planning tool, staffing standards, volume forecast and labor constraints to develop optimal staffing recommendations for future flight schedules for assigned stations

Assist in the creation of accurate budgets and forecasts which will be used for informed decision making and in providing accurate external financial guidance

Applying models to generate annual operating plans as well as an 18-month rolling forecast

Providing variance analysis and explanation to divisional leadership, senior leadership, and the Finance Division

Providing ad-hoc budget and forecast scenario analysis as required

May also capture best practice data and may make program/process recommendations to support corporate/division programs and policy updates

May support ongoing or special analyses related to future flight schedules, potential staffing standards changes, strategic initiatives and potential changes to labor agreements

Qualification

Microsoft OfficeIndustrial EngineeringFinancePythonInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationProject management

Required

Must be a current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Finance, or related area of study and demonstrating strong academic performance with at least one semester left of education post internship

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 2026

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