Intern - Network Operations Control (Summer 2027)

Alaska Airlines • WA-SeaTac, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air interns work on visible projects across departments that affect guests and the business, while gaining hands-on experience and networking with employees and company leaders. This full-time, 12-week internship is for Summer 2027 and is based in SeaTac, Washington. Candidates who do not already live in the internship city must relocate for the internship. The program offers two timelines to align with different academic calendars. It is designed to provide skill development and work experience and does not guarantee future employment or a relevant position after the internship.

The Network Operations Control intern will contribute to projects supporting business, community, and cultural growth in an innovative, collaborative environment. The role supports cross-divisional improvement processes and operational plans for the airline Network Operations Center, while analyzing data related to airline operational performance.

Requirements

• Be working toward a bachelor's degree focused on aviation management, business analytics, statistics, or atmospheric and climate science.
• 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 United States.
• Be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Be able to communicate successfully with a diverse workgroup and other internal departments and teams.
• Have a high regard for safety and regulatory compliance.

Nice To Haves

• Work experience in aviation or transportation analytics.

Responsibilities

• Work to implement cross-divisional improvement processes for the airline Network Operations Center (NOC).
• Analyze and interpret data affecting operational performance, including safety, maintenance operations, flight planning, aircraft weight and balance, flight crew scheduling, and airline network operations.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify trends affecting airline network operations.
• Assist with executing operational plans that support airline network goals and company objectives.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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