Employment Type: Internship
Contract Duration: 6 + 6 months
Why you will love working here
At IATA, we represent over 350 airlines worldwide, striving to make
aviation safer, smarter, more sustainable, and inclusive.
• Our Values are not just words on a page - they are the energy behind everything we do: ONE IATA - We collaborate across teams, TRUSTED - We do the right thing, INNOVATIVE - We make tomorrow better, INCLUSIVE - We embrace diverse perspectives.
• With over 30,000 courses available, we believe in continuous learning and support your growth in an ever-changing industry.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion are our priorities. We are certified by the Equal Salary Foundation, offering equal pay and family-friendly policies.
• We encourage community involvement through volunteering and strive to make tomorrow better for aviation and our communities. We offer time off so you can support causes important to you.
• We promote work-life balance with flexible work options, including remote and hybrid work, a generous 'work from abroad' policy, and you get your birthday off!
About the team you are joining
We are seeking a
motivated and proactive Intern to support IATA’s activities in Spain and
Portugal. Working directly with the Country Manager, you will contribute to
IATA’s lobbying, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement work, helping to
promote a competitive, safe, and sustainable air transport environment in the
region.
This internship is
ideal for students or recent graduates interested in aviation policy,
government relations, sustainability, and strategic industry affairs.
What your day would be like
1. Support
Advocacy & Lobbying Activities
Assisting the Country Manager and first-hand exposure, engaging with national and regional authorities, industry partners, and aviation stakeholders. This includes contributing to work related to:
Regulatory developments affecting airlines (e.g., airport charges, consumer protection, airspace efficiency, slot coordination);
Sustainability and decarbonisation initiatives (e.g., SAF policies, Refuel EU aviation implementation, national sustainability plans);
Operational and infrastructure issues (e.g., ATC performance, airport capacity planning, security processes);
Economic and competitiveness topics impacting member airlines.
2. Research &
Policy Analysis
You will strengthen
your analytical skills by:
Monitoring and interpreting regulatory, legislative, and political developments in Spain and Portugal;
Drafting briefing notes, policy summaries, presentations, and talking points used in high-level meetings;
Assessing the potential impacts of new policies or regulations on airlines.
3. Stakeholder
Engagement Support
Assist in preparing materials for meetings with ministries, civil aviation authorities, airports, tourism bodies, and other industry partners;
Help organize and attend events, workshops, and working groups.
4. Project &
Administrative Support
Support ongoing projects, data collection, and reporting for the Madrid office;
Coordinate logistics for meetings, conferences, ceremonies, and communications activities;
Contribute to internal coordination with IATA regional and central teams.
We would love to hear from you if
You are currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree in Political Science, International Relations, Law, Economics, Business, Public Policy, Engineering, or a related field;
Have a strong interest in aviation, public affairs, sustainability, or transport policy;
Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills;
Fluency in Spanish and English (Portuguese is a plus);
Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
Travel Required: N
Learn more about IATA’s role in the industry, our benefits, and the team at iata/careers/. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
