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United Airlines · 1 day ago

Intern - Airport Operations (DEN) (Summer 2026)

United States-CO-DEN - Denver

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$20/hr - $24/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

United Airlines is offering internships for early career professionals, providing hands-on experience while contributing to real projects. Interns will serve as internal consultants, analyzing operational performance and developing strategic plans within various operating divisions of the airline.

HospitalityIn-Flight EntertainmentService IndustryTransportationTravel

No H1B

Responsibilities

Serve as an internal consultant, providing business analyses to management of various operating divisions on challenges and opportunities facing the airline

This may include one or more of the following: strategy, innovation and process improvement initiatives, performance analysis and data visualization, baggage performance, change management, safety and regulatory compliance, and station operations planning

Potential assignments include analyzing operational performance, developing strategic plans, establishing performance metrics, and working with company organizations to analyze growth opportunities

Interns are also responsible for studying organizational changes, communications, information flow, integrated production methods, and gathering and organizing information regarding problems and procedures

They analyze information gathered, interpret data from various sources, and consider available solutions or alternative methods of proceeding, as may be required

Job duties may vary based on location & team assigned. Teams in which you may be assigned could include: Projects & Executions, Ramp, Business, Customer Service, Station Operations Center

This internship is designed solely to provide you with skill development and valuable work experience. This role will likely not convert to a full-time position at United at the conclusion of the internship

Qualification

Aviation ManagementData AnalyticsMicrosoft OfficeSQLProblem-solvingInterest in airline industryProject management experience

Required

Must be an undergraduate or graduate student at start of the internship with at least one semester remaining prior to graduation. Must be pursuing a degree in Aviation Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, Data Analytics, or a related quantitative field of study

Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Strong quantitative and problem-solving skills

Applicant must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship or future sponsorship