Intern - Communications (Summer 2027)

Alaska Airlines • Seatac, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Alaska Airlines is hiring a Communications Intern for summer 2027. Interns join teams across Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air, contributing to visible projects that affect guests and the business while gaining hands-on experience and networking with employees and company leaders. The internship is full-time for 12 weeks, with two program timelines available to align with different academic calendars. It is based in SeaTac, Washington; candidates who do not already live in the internship city must relocate for the internship. The program is intended to provide skill development and work experience and does not guarantee future employment.

Requirements

• Be working toward a bachelor’s degree focused on communications, digital media, public relations, marketing, or a related area.
• Have strong writing and editing skills.
• Be social media savvy.
• Have research skills.
• Have organizational skills.
• Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program and have at least one semester or quarter remaining after the internship.
• Have achieved junior or higher academic standing at the time of application.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Project management.
• Content creation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting news releases and external stories to promote Alaska’s brand and initiatives.
• Support the communications team in managing media requests, preparing briefing materials, and maintaining media relationships.
• Contribute to the content creators’ strategy plan, including content planning and creator management.
• Support the communications team onsite at community and company events.

Benefits

• Unlimited standby travel benefits during the internship.
• Free standby travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air.
• Travel benefits begin on day one.
• Up to six employee choice travel credits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern