Engineering Co-op (Summer 2027)
About The Position
The Engineering Co-op supports Alaska Airlines’ Engineering Group in one or more areas: Avionics Engineering, Interiors Engineering, Powerplant Engineering, Structures Engineering, or Systems Engineering. The role involves learning about aircraft and engine components and developing, generating, prototyping, and implementing specific projects. Co-ops have substantial ownership of the systems involved and are accountable for seeing projects through. The program has two rotations: Summer 2027 and Summer 2028. The internship will be based in either SeaTac, Washington, or Honolulu, Hawaii. Candidates who are not already in the internship city must relocate for the duration of the internship. The program is intended to provide skill development and work experience; it does not guarantee a relevant role or future employment after completion.
Requirements
- Working toward a degree in aviation engineering (aerospace, electrical, or mechanical) or a related aviation discipline.
- Able and willing to commit to both program rotations.
- Excellent verbal, written, listening, presentation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to produce clear and concise documentation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program and have at least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship.
- Sophomore standing or higher at the time of application.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
- Learn the basics of assigned aircraft or engine components and develop, generate, prototype, and implement major projects for the assigned functional area or areas.
- Learn to interact and partner with other Maintenance and Engineering departments, including Repair Controls, Maintenance Control, and Line Planning, as part of project development and prototyping.
- Interact with Line Maintenance on Flight Operations to assist with investigating and resolving mechanical issues.
- Learn Alaska’s proactive approach to maintenance and reliability, and provide responsive customer service.
- Learn key metrics and the basic use of trending and analysis tools.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Unlimited standby travel benefits during the internship.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
