Intern - ITS Operations BI Analyst (Summer 2026)

Alaska Airlines • SeaTac, WA

79d • $30

About The Position

Interns at Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air join teams throughout different departments and work on visible projects that impact our guests and business. Beyond hands-on experience, interns also get the opportunity to network with fellow employees and company leaders through various intern events and programming. Our interns also receive unlimited standby travel benefits during their internship, which means that many weekends are filled with jet setting across our growing network. This internship is for summer 2026. Our internships are full-time for 12 weeks, and we offer two program timelines to align with different academic calendars. This internship will be located in SeaTac, WA. If not already in the internship city, candidates will be required to relocate for the duration of the internship.

Requirements

• Working toward a Bachelor's degree with a focus in Informatics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or related field.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools and methods (Excel, SQL, Python, R, Databricks).
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI).
• Understanding of ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) concepts and workflows for preparing and integrating data.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present findings to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated initiative and self-motivation - ability to proactively identify problems, seek solutions and follow through.
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program and have at least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship.
• Must have achieved a junior or higher academic standing at the time of application.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of API integrations.
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence and machine learning applications (e.g., natural language processing, predictive analytics, generative AI tools).
• Experience with the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Query) for workflow automation and business solutions.
• Exposure to software testing methodologies (unit testing, regression testing, system testing, user acceptance testing).
• Previous internship, research, or project experience in analytics, IT, or business operations.

Responsibilities

• Extract and analyze data from multiple sources to support operational and strategic projects.
• Build and present dashboards, reports, and presentations that communicate insights to stakeholders in a clear, compelling manner.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for efficiency, automation, or enhanced user experience through data and technology.
• Document workflows, findings, processes and recommendations.
• Participate in team meetings, share progress updates, and contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air (flight processing fee may apply depending on the company being hired into and the airline being booked).
• Travel benefits begin on day one.
• Up to six employee choice travel credits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Air Transportation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree