Intern - Network Operations Training & Development (summer 2026)

Internship Opportunity

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network. Come join us to create what's next. Let's define tomorrow, together.

At United, we offer internships, co-ops, and full-time opportunities for early career professionals. In any role, you're a key member of our team, contributing to real projects that help move the business forward while gaining hands-on experience, growing your professional skill set, and connecting with industry leaders. You'll also have a chance to build community through our employee-run Business Resource Groups, participate in industry conferences, and enjoy unlimited standby travel anywhere we fly.

Our customers choose United because of our dedication to safety and passion for service. United's Network Operations team is made up of driven individuals working together to Connect People and Unite the World. From operational leadership and planning to safety procedures, our Training & Development team provides the innovative approaches, tools, training, and guidance needed for our Network Operations employees to be the best in their area of responsibility, and aid in our mission to become the best airline in the history of aviation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Network Operations Training Programs
• Support planning and execution of events to engage trainees
• Provide overall administrative support to the Network Operations Training & Development team, including administration, operations, media development, and technical support (mobile device distribution and management)
• Assist with special projects, ad-hoc requests, and communications for ongoing Network Operations training programs
• This internship is solely designed to provide you with skill development and valuable work experience. This role may not convert to a position at United at the conclusion of the internship.

Qualifications:

What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree Business Administration, Aviation Management, Human Resources, Instructional Design or related field
• Strong administrative and customer service experience
• Organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic MS Office suite skills
• Position is based in Arlington Heights, IL – must be able to relocate
• Intern duration is 10-12 weeks during Summer 2026
• Applicant must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship now and in the future
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications
• Reliable, punctual attendance is a crucial function of the position

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

• Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Pelesys, Cornerstone, etc.
• Knowledge or experience in Instructional Design/Technology

The starting rate for this role is $20.00. The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education and skills. This position may also be eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards. You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT. 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.