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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.
Our Global Government Affairs & Environmental team is the driving force behind our efforts to make change happen! By working closely with U.S, state and local and foreign governments and coordinating grassroots advocacy efforts, our Global Government Affairs & Environmental team represents United on regulatory, public policy and legislative issues. This team advocates every day for our airline, our employees, and the millions of customers we serve all around the globe.
Key Responsibilities:
The Government Affairs Intern will assist with the coordination and execution of tasks such as writing of reports and memos, research on legislative and regulatory issues, government outreach, stakeholder engagement and other projects as needed. This role works across the Congressional, Regulatory and State & Local Government Affairs teams.
- Conduct research and analysis on legislation, regulations, policy issues, legislative history, and stakeholder positions.
- Track federal and state legislation and regulatory developments; monitor Congressional hearings and other relevant activity; prepare reports and summaries, as needed.
- Draft correspondence, talking points and background materials for internal and external use.
- Support the coordination of stakeholder events and meetings hosted by Government Affairs.
- Monitor daily newsclips and industry publications for items relevant to Government Affairs priorities.
- Assist in UAPAC activities and grassroots advocacy activities.
This internship is designed solely to provide you with skill development and valuable work experience. This role will not convert to a full-time position at United upon the conclusion of the internship.
Qualifications
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
- Applicant must be a current undergraduate student
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated with strong organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
- Strong research skills
- Ability to handle simultaneous projects and adapt to a fast-paced, changing environment
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and the ability to leverage AI effectively to support research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving. Applies critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to organizational policies related to responsible AI use, data privacy, and security.
Additional Information:
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. 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
