About the role#
This is a full-time, 12-week summer internship for 2027 based in SeaTac, Washington. You will join the Engine Vendor Maintenance team to contribute to projects that support our operations and business goals. This position is designed for skill development and hands-on experience in the aviation industry.
What you'll do#
- Analyze historical engine shop visit data to identify cost drivers, removal causes, and shop visit scope levels.
- Quantify the impact of engine fall outs across the fleet.
- Build cost forecasting models using maintenance events, removal trends, and reliability data to project future expenditures.
- Develop reporting dashboards and analytical tools to track shop visit costs and fleet performance for stakeholders.
- Conduct fleet-wide analyses to find opportunities for optimizing maintenance planning, budget development, and asset management.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with junior or higher academic standing.
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- At least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship concludes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Minimum age of 18 and authorization to work in the U.S.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Prior internship, coursework, or projects related to supply chain, procurement, or material management.
- Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
- Familiarity with project management concepts or tools such as MS Project, Asana, or Smartsheet.
- Strong analytical skills and an interest in the aviation or transportation industries.
Location & details#
- Location: SeaTac, Washington (On-site).
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $25.00 per hour.
- Benefits: Includes standby travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air.
About Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines operates as a public company within the aviation industry. It provides passenger travel, cargo services, and vacation packages. The company maintains its headquarters in Seattle, Washington. It employs over 10,000 people to manage its flight operations and customer service.
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