Operations Performance Management & Development is at the heart of SWISS’ operations, contributing to insights-based decision making and continuous performance improvements of our airline operations. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain experience in data analysis and airline operations.
Starting date: June 15, 2026
You may apply in English or German
Tasks
As a Data Analyst Intern you will support running data projects, ad-hoc analysis, and have the chance to get a glimpse of how we use and enhance the operational data landscape of a global airline.
- Provide valuable data-driven insights supporting decision-making within SWISS’ Operations & Steering team
- Create data visualizations, reporting, and interactive dashboards
- Create insightful analysis to help quantifying key drivers to optimize SWISS’ operational performance
- Contribute to our operational data landscape & support automation
- Foster data democratization and self-service capabilities across the company
- Collaborate and effectively communicate data insights across various stakeholders from SWISS Operations departments
Requirements
- Workload Specification: For this position, a 100% workload is preferred
- Knowledge in SQL coding, good command of at least one programming language (R or Python preferred)
- HF diploma, Bachelor’s, Master’s students or graduates (HF diploma & Bachelor’s students must have completed at least three semesters) in an analytical subject, e.g., data science, engineering, economics, statistics, mathematics or related fields
- Data science and/or data engineering background is an advantage
- Ability to work independently, yet a team-player with strong communication, and social skills
- Excellent oral and written presentation skills; competences in analysis and management presentations
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint, and Excel
- Very good English communication skills are required. German and every other language is a plus
For any further questions, please contact our Recruiting Services Center at +41 44 564 22 66.
About Swiss International Air Lines AG
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) is Switzerland’s leading air carrier. With one of Europe’s most advanced aircraft fleets, SWISS is a premium airline that provides direct flights from Zurich and Geneva to keep Switzerland connected with Europe and the world. Its Swiss WorldCargo division offers an extensive range of airport-to-airport airfreight services for high-value, time-critical and care-intensive consignments. SWISS embodies Switzerland’s traditional values and is dedicated to delivering the highest product and service quality. The company has also set itself ambitious CO2 goals, and plans to halve its 2019 net CO2 emissions by 2030 and make its business and operations entirely carbon-neutral by 2050, particularly by promoting the use of sustainable aviation fuels. SWISS is part of the Lufthansa Group, and is also a member of Star Alliance, the world’s biggest airline network.
