Intern - Software Engineer (Summer 2027)

Alaska Airlines • WA-SeaTac, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Alaska Airlines is hiring a Software Engineer Intern for summer 2027. Interns join teams across Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air and contribute to visible projects that affect guests and the business. The internship offers hands-on experience, networking with employees and company leaders, and unlimited standby travel benefits. The program is full-time for 12 weeks, with two timeline options to accommodate different academic calendars. It is based in SeaTac, Washington; 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.

The intern will contribute to software development projects, building and supporting applications and helping improve their performance, functionality, efficiency, and quality. The role includes clarifying requirements, maintaining documentation across the application life cycle, and supporting production applications. The intern is expected to stay engaged with technology developments and consider how evolving technologies may benefit the organization.

Requirements

• 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.
• Experience with software engineering.
• High degree of initiative and flexibility, with the ability to multitask.
• Can-do attitude and passion for solving complex problems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, understand, and clarify software development requirements.
• Develop simple applications as directed, incorporating common services when appropriate.
• Seek ongoing improvements to applications, including system performance, functionality, code efficiency, and defects.
• Maintain system documentation throughout the application life cycle, including design, development, testing, support, change release, and implementation documentation.
• Support applications by developing and implementing production monitors and identifying and resolving problems promptly.
• Stay engaged with the technology industry and understand how evolving technologies may benefit the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Embody company values: own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED