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United Airlines · 23 hours ago

Intern - Airport Operations EWR (Summer 2026)

Newark, NJ

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$21/hr - $21/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

United Airlines is a leading airline offering internships and full-time opportunities for early career professionals. The Airport Operations Intern will support various operating divisions by providing business analyses, developing strategic plans, and analyzing operational performance while gaining hands-on experience in the airline industry.

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 & Execution, Below The Wing - Ramp Services, Hub Business Management, Above The Wing - Customer Service, Station Operations Center

Qualification

Data AnalyticsMicrosoft OfficeQuantitative skillsProblem-solving skillsInterest in airline industryEmpathyInnovationAgilityInclusivenessExecutionProject management experience

Required

Must be an undergraduate or graduate student at the time of start pursuing a degree in Aviation Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, Data Analytics, or a related quantitative field of study

Must be able to commute to the Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) 5 days a week

MUST BE LOCAL OR IN SCHOOL IN THE EWR (Newark/New York City) AREA

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