United Airlines · 3 months ago
Intern – Future Network Operations Center (Summer 2026)
United States-IL-WHQ - Chicago - Corporate Support Center - Willis Tower
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SpringUnited Airlines is a major American airline that operates a global network of flights. As a Future NOC intern, you will work with various teams within the operations to support the airline's daily functions and improve operational efficiency.
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Responsibilities
Translate data into practical operational insights and recommendations that will support front-line teams
Help create tools and processes for various teams to use during Irregular Operations events
Build, develop, and validate operational dashboards and analyses that are strategically and tactically aligned, providing answers to critical operational questions
Evaluate new technology and processes in support of Airport and Network Operations proofs-of-concept or deployment, while supporting the business case development, design, build, and delivery
Resolve actionable projects to facilitate efficiencies in operations execution
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn operational questions into actionable insights and explore opportunities for performance and process improvement
Learn the operational processes to help establish and standardize best practices that highlight efficiency and accuracy
Qualification
Required
Applicant must be a current undergraduate student
Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Engineering, Economics, or a related field; or other relevant experience
Strong problem-solving skillets
Highly organized and self-motivated, with excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities and ensure attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills; must be comfortable talking to and collaborating with a variety of stakeholders
Confident performing data analysis to arrive at insights and develop recommendations
Proven proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Position is based in Chicago, IL - must be able to relocate for internship duration
Start dates are in May or June 2026
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
Preferred
Strategic planning
Product management
SQL or Python programming
Company
United Airlines
United Airlines is an aviation company that provides information on reservations, bookings, and travel services online.
Founded in 1926
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-01-25IPO
Leadership Team
Mike Leskinen
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
Deneen DeFiore
Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer
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