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United Airlines · 3 hours ago

Intern - Airport Operations IAD (Summer 2026)

Dulles Town Center, VA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$21/hr - $21/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

United Airlines is a major airline that offers internships for early career professionals. The Intern in Airport Operations will support various operating divisions through business analyses, performance analysis, and strategic planning 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 & Executions, Ramp, Business, Customer Service, Station Operations Center

Qualification

Data AnalyticsMicrosoft OfficeAviation ManagementIndustrial EngineeringBusiness ManagementEmpathyProblem-solvingAttention to detailReliabilityCollaboration

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 Dulles International Airport (IAD) 5 days a week

MUST BE LOCAL OR IN SCHOOL IN THE IAD (DMV) 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

Preferred

Interest in the operational environment

Interest in the airline industry

Previous airline, operations, or project management experience

Shows genuine concern for others, respects diverse perspectives, demonstrates inclusive collaboration, community mindset, empathy, and service (Caring)

Demonstrates interest in the operational environment, exhibits a safety-first mentality, prioritizing safety in all decisions, speaking up about concerns, identifying potential hazards, and consistently following safety protocols, with the ability to ensure compliance and accountability (Safe)

Shows innovation, genuine interest in process improvement, previous project management experience, learns quickly, and is flexible and a problem solver (Efficiency)

Reliability and attention to detail, proven experience completing tasks or projects, and communicating progress while meeting deadlines (Dependable)