Intern - Material Control (Summer 2027)

Alaska Airlines • HI-Honolulu, HI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Alaska Airlines is hiring a Material Control Intern for summer 2027. The internship is a full-time, 12-week program based in Honolulu, Hawaii. Candidates who do not already live in the internship city must relocate for the duration of the internship. The internship is intended to provide skill development and work experience and does not guarantee future employment with Alaska Airlines.

The intern will gain practical experience in airline supply chain management, with exposure to supply chain planning, inventory management, forecasting, and cross-functional projects that support material availability for maintenance operations. The role includes data analysis, process improvement initiatives, and strategic projects. Interns work on visible projects and have opportunities to network with employees and company leaders through intern events and programming.

The starting rate is $25.00 per hour. Interns receive unlimited standby travel benefits during the internship, including free standby travel on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air beginning on day one, plus up to six employee-choice travel credits.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program and working toward a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Must have at least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship.
• Must have achieved 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 United States.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship, academic project, or coursework related to supply chain, procurement, or material management.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau, or with databases.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret and present data clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and across multiple stakeholders.
• Interest in aviation, aerospace, or transportation industries.
• Exposure to project management concepts or tools such as MS Project, Asana, or Smartsheet.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory, demand planning, and forecasting data to identify trends, opportunities, and process improvements that support material availability and operational performance.
• Support supply chain improvement projects by gathering data, conducting research, and assisting with recommendations related to planning processes, systems, and inventory strategies.
• Prepare and present findings, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders, translating data into clear and actionable information.
• Assist with cross-functional initiatives involving Maintenance, Engineering, Planning, and Supply Chain teams to support operational and strategic objectives.
• Support analysis and planning activities related to fleet transitions, tooling programs, inventory optimization, and other Material Control projects as assigned.
• Embody company values: own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.

Benefits

• 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