Intern - Airport Operations (IAH) (Summer 2025)

About the position

The Intern - Airport Operations position at United Airlines is designed for undergraduate or graduate students pursuing degrees in relevant fields. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in airport operations, providing business analyses and supporting various operational divisions. Interns will engage in strategic planning, performance analysis, and process improvement initiatives, contributing to the smooth functioning of airport operations while developing essential skills for their future careers.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an internal consultant, providing business analyses to management of various operating divisions.
• Analyze operational performance and develop strategic plans.
• Establish performance metrics and work with company organizations to analyze growth opportunities.
• Study organizational changes, communications, and information flow.
• Gather and organize information regarding problems and procedures.
• Analyze information gathered and interpret data from various sources.

Requirements

• Must be an undergraduate or graduate student at the time of start pursuing a degree in Aviation Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, Data Analytics, or a related quantitative field of study.
• Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong quantitative and problem-solving skills.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship or future sponsorship.

Nice-to-haves

• Interest in the operational environment.
• Interest in the airline industry.
• Previous airline, operations, or project management experience.

Benefits

• Robust mentorship program.
• Exclusive travel privileges.
• Engaging social events to foster community.