Intern - Flt Ops - Pilot - Professional Flight (Fall 2026)

United Airlines • Full-time • Chicago, Illinois, United States • 2d ago

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Description

Key Responsibilities:

United Airlines Flight Operations Intern Program (FOIP) is designed to give enrolled students insight and exposure into the operation of a global airline for 16 weeks. The FOIP combines a student’s academic and career interests with valuable work experience in the commercial air carrier environment.

Locations: Chicago, IL/ Denver, CO/ Houston, TX/ Los Angeles, CA/ Newark, NJ/ San Francisco, CA/ Washington, DC/Orlando, FL

Start and end dates: August 31, 2026 - December 18, 2026

During the internship thestudent will be assigned a mentor to work with who is responsible for monitoring their progress throughout the semester. The mentor will be responsible for assigning tasks, special projects and directing the intern on a daily basis. There may also be opportunities to travel to other cities within our network on business trips and off-site visits

Support Flight Operations business processes in and staff in Chief Pilot Offices, at the Flight Training Center, and or at the Corporate Support Center, as directed.

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
FAA Commercial rating
FAA Medical (First, Second, or Third class required
Valid (Not Expired) Passport required for international travel
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Must be willing to relocate and secure housing in assigned location
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S for any employer without sponsorship or future sponsorship for a full/part time position
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

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

FAA Multi-Engine Rating

Posted through 7/6/2026

The starting monthly rate for this position is $17.50/hour dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education level, and skills. This range is based on a temporary full-time schedule.

*For interns in the following stations please use the following hourly rates:

Station	Hourly Rate
SFO	$21.54
LAX	$22.50
LGA	$21.25
JFK	$21.25
EWR	$21.25
DEN	$19.29

Bonus eligible: No

At United, we offer a competitive compensation package, with benefits including: medical, dental, vision, life, accident and disability, commuter, and flight privileges.

Salary and benefits information is being included in this job posting in accordance with Colorado state law.

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. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact JobAccommodations@united.com