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United Airlines · 3 months ago

Intern - Global Line Stations Business Office (Summer 2026)

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

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

United Airlines is offering an internship opportunity for early career professionals in their Airport Operations department. The Global Line Stations Intern will support strategic projects impacting non-hub airport stations, providing business analyses and assisting in operational performance and strategic planning.

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

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

Support dashboard and automated reporting creation, as may be required

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

Qualification

Data AnalyticsMicrosoft OfficeQuantitative SkillsProblem-SolvingInterest in OperationsAviation KnowledgeCommunication Skills

Required

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

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

Strong quantitative and problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Position is based in Chicago, IL – must be able to relocate

Intern duration is 10-12 weeks during Summer 2026

Applicant 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 this position