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Description
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.
As an airline, safety is our most important principle. And our Corporate Safety team is responsible for making sure safety is top of mind in every action we take. From conducting flight safety investigations and educating pilots on potential safety threats to implementing medical programs and helping prevent employee injuries, our team is instrumental in running a safe and successful airline for our customers and employees.
The Operations Risk Team is made up of four disciplines, Business Continuity Planning, Emergency Response, Managed Care Clinics, and Workers Compensation. The role of Intern, Operations Risk will support all four functions by assisting in data analysis, administrative support on programs and initiatives such as audits and corporate exercises.
This position is a hybrid role including a combination of days worked in our Chicago office and remotely.
No Direct Path: This internship is designed solely to provide you with skill development and valuable work experience. This role will likely not convert to a full-time position at United at the conclusion of the internship.
Qualifications
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
Reliable, punctual attendance is a crucial function of the position
Position is based in Chicago, IL - must be able to relocate for internship duration
We expect the internship to run for 12 weeks starting on 18 May 2026, 1 June 2026, or 15 June 2026.
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
Posting dates: February 2, 2026 through February 6, 2026
The starting rate for this role is $21.00.
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. Please contact
JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.
