About the role#
This is a full-time, 12-week summer internship for 2027 located in SeaTac, Washington. You will join the Network Operations Center (NOC) to work on projects that support our operational goals. This position is paid at $25.00 per hour and includes standby travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air.
What you'll do#
- Implement cross-divisional improvement processes for the NOC.
- Analyze data related to safety, maintenance, flight planning, weight and balance, and crew scheduling.
- Perform root cause analysis to identify trends in network operations.
- Support the execution of operational plans to meet company objectives.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate program with junior or higher academic standing.
- Completion of at least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship.
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in aviation management, business analytics, statistics, or atmospheric and climate science.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams and departments.
- A high regard for safety and regulatory compliance.
- Minimum age of 18 and authorization to work in the U.S.
- Previous experience in aviation or transportation analytics is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: SeaTac, WA.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Application deadline: November 8, 2026, at 7:00 PM Pacific Time.
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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