Summer 2027 Business Development Internship

Southwest Airlines • Dallas, TX

1d • $21 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Southwest Airlines’ Business Development Intern will support a variety of projects on the Direct Sales Team within the Southwest Business Department. This team drives the direct sales strategy for Southwest Business, building and growing corporate travel partnerships while using performance insights and market opportunities to support account growth and customer success. The internship is a 12-week program from May 18 – August 8, 2027, with a pay of $21-$24 per hour. Stipends may be offered based on eligibility and program criteria. The role requires working from the Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours, dedicating 40 hours each week. Interns will receive free, unlimited space-available travel privileges and any required equipment, such as a laptop.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required.
• Progress towards degree, major or minor in Professional Sales, Marketing, Business, Hospitality or similar degree.
• Progress towards a 4-year undergraduate degree preferred.
• To be eligible, you must be currently enrolled as a full-time student (as defined by your university) at the time of application and during the internship.
• At least 3 semesters remaining at the time the internship ends is preferred.
• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of application.
• Ability to engage in lead generation tactics, including prospecting and qualifying new Customers via phone and email.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills, and ability to speak publicly before an audience.
• Ability to work independently and the willingness to function as a part of a team.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and complete assignments with tight deadlines.
• Must be detail oriented and able to work with a sense of urgency.
• Must maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
• Ability to identify areas of opportunity, create a plan for improvement, and implement.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
• You must have a valid U.S. Social Security Number to complete the full hiring process

Nice To Haves

• Cold calling, sales role play, customer engagement and prospecting preferred.
• Sales experience/interest.
• Previous Internship in similar fields including sales, marketing or general business.
• Previous Customer Support experience preferred.
• Experience using Salesforce.
• Basic knowledge of Southwest Business products.
• Familiarity with online travel sites (agencies and corporate booking tools).
• Sales Classes or a part of a collegiate Sales program.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and qualify inbound and outbound leads through cold calling and email campaigns, engages Customers and builds rapport in a professional manner.
• Schedule appointments and maintain relationships with qualified leads for account manager.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation of all sales activities in Salesforce.
• Meet or exceed weekly/monthly lead generation goals.
• Provide Customer Support to Southwest Business Team and Customers by responding to and managing sales inquiries.
• Participate in ad hoc sales projects, promotions, and planning.
• Negotiate and implement corporate agreements, including Rapid Rewards Business and the Meetings program.

Benefits

• Free, unlimited space available travel privileges for yourself (taxes and fees may apply on international travel).
• Stipends may be offered based on eligibility and program criteria.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED