Chicago, IL, USA
13 days ago
Intern

Early careers take off with United We’ve been recognized as both a top employer for Gen Z talent by Handshake and a top 100 internship program by Yellow and WayUp. Interns at United enjoy a wealth of benefits, including a robust mentorship program, exclusive travel privileges, and engaging social events to help foster a vibrant and connected community of early career professionals. Our program is designed to empower you with the skills and connections necessary to launch a successful career. We hope you join us at United, where your contributions will take flight and your career journey will soar.

Our Flight Operations team is at the leading edge of the airline industry, working hard to connect people and unite the world safely, reliably, and efficiently every single day by hiring, training, qualifying, and supporting the best pilots in the industry. The Flight Operations Crew Resources Planning Analysis team supports this mission through planning that spans two months to five years out, covering everything from long term forecasts for pilot hiring and training to building and awarding pilots’ monthly schedules.

Key Responsibilities: Develop fleet and crew base strategy in alignment with evolving Network Planning schedules tied to the United NEXT growth plansAnalyze crew reserve trends to develop a refined forecast for planning reserve support for operational reliabilityUtilize data analytics and visualization technologies to review and communicate key trends in our pilot workforceEvaluate and analyze trends in our monthly schedule build processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency as well as improvement to pilot quality of life

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table.

Early careers take off with United We’ve been recognized as both a top employer for Gen Z talent by Handshake and a top 100 internship program by Yellow and WayUp. Interns at United enjoy a wealth of benefits, including a robust mentorship program, exclusive travel privileges, and engaging social events to help foster a vibrant and connected community of early career professionals. Our program is designed to empower you with the skills and connections necessary to launch a successful career. We hope you join us at United, where your contributions will take flight and your career journey will soar.

Our Flight Operations team is at the leading edge of the airline industry, working hard to connect people and unite the world safely, reliably, and efficiently every single day by hiring, training, qualifying, and supporting the best pilots in the industry. The Flight Operations Crew Resources Planning Analysis team supports this mission through planning that spans two months to five years out, covering everything from long term forecasts for pilot hiring and training to building and awarding pilots’ monthly schedules.

Key Responsibilities: Develop fleet and crew base strategy in alignment with evolving Network Planning schedules tied to the United NEXT growth plansAnalyze crew reserve trends to develop a refined forecast for planning reserve support for operational reliabilityUtilize data analytics and visualization technologies to review and communicate key trends in our pilot workforceEvaluate and analyze trends in our monthly schedule build processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency as well as improvement to pilot quality of life

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table.

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree programStrong verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skillsProven proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint and Excel PowerPoint: charts, visualization, ThinkcellExcel: pivot tables, advanced formulas, basic modelingExceptional analytical and problem-solving skillsIntellectual curiosity, desire to learn, ability to take initiativeDemonstrated leadership and ownership of workMust be legally authorized to work in the United States

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Experience with SQL or PythonExperience with PowerBI or Palantir FoundryPlanned Graduation date between December 2025 and July 2026

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree programStrong verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skillsProven proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint and Excel PowerPoint: charts, visualization, ThinkcellExcel: pivot tables, advanced formulas, basic modelingExceptional analytical and problem-solving skillsIntellectual curiosity, desire to learn, ability to take initiativeDemonstrated leadership and ownership of workMust be legally authorized to work in the United States

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Experience with SQL or PythonExperience with PowerBI or Palantir FoundryPlanned Graduation date between December 2025 and July 2026

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.

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