Pilot Intern - Flight Operations (Summer 2027)

Alaska Airlines • Renton, WA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Alaska Airlines is seeking a Pilot Intern for its Flight Operations department for summer 2027. The internship is a full-time, 12-week program based in Renton, Washington, with two program timelines available to accommodate different academic calendars. Candidates who do not already live in the internship city must relocate for the duration of the internship. The role is intended to provide skill development and work experience and does not guarantee future employment with Alaska Airlines.

Interns work on visible projects and gain hands-on experience while networking with employees and company leaders through intern events and programming. The position supports Flight Operations through work with the Chief Pilot Office, training department, technical pilots, and engineering projects. Interns may participate in simulator flying or observation, test flights, and special demonstration flights involving new technology or procedures.

The internship includes unlimited standby travel benefits on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air, beginning on the first day, as well as up to six employee-choice travel credits. Starting pay is USD $25.00 per hour. This is a temporary, non-exempt internship.

Requirements

• Be working toward a bachelor’s degree in professional aviation or a related field, with a focus on becoming a pilot.
• Hold a Private Pilot license and have at least 50 hours of flight time.
• Be familiar with pilot carts (Jeppesen charts).
• Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program and have at least one semester or quarter of school 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Pilot Office with tasks and projects.
• Assist the training department with curriculum and instructional presentations.
• Assist with delay meetings and reports.
• Assist technical pilots with test flights.
• Participate in simulator flying or observation and special projects.
• Assist with engineering projects related to weight and balance or performance analysis.
• Help coordinate and participate in special demonstration flights of new technology or procedures.
• Embody the company’s values: own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.

Benefits

• Unlimited 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