Delta Air Lines | Instructor

Flight Operations Intern, Flight School (Spring 2026)

Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Department: Flight Operations
Reference Number: 29051
LinkedIn Tag: #LI-MP2

Overview & Key Responsibilities

This paid internship within Delta Air Lines' Flight Operations, specifically the Flight School division, offers a unique opportunity for aspiring aviation professionals. The Flight Operations Intern will play a pivotal role in assisting the achievement of divisional objectives and contributing to the overall success of the airline. Interns will collaborate with specialized teams, which may include Training and Standards, Line Operations, or the Chief Pilot Office. While individual assignments will be provided, a strong emphasis is placed on teamwork, with interns collectively completing a project for presentation to Flight Operations Leadership.

This role provides invaluable exposure to diverse airline departments, such as Flight Safety, the Operations Customer Center, Technical Operations, In-Flight Service, and Airport Customer Service. This is an on-site position based at Delta's World Headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. Interns will also enjoy additional privileges, including standby travel across the Delta system while off duty.

Minimum Qualifications

Please note that successful completion of this internship does not guarantee a full-time employment opportunity upon graduation. This position is designed to provide comprehensive educational and professional work experience to prepare individuals for a career in the aviation industry.

Candidates for the Flight Operations Intern position are expected to meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program with an aviation discipline.
• Possess a minimum of 150 total flight hours and be actively pursuing either a Commercial Pilot Certificate or a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Certificate.
• Ability to commit to the full internship duration from January 12, 2026, through May 1, 2026.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills, the ability to quickly process complex issues, and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Comprehensive proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Access, Word, Excel, Forms, PowerPoint, and Smartsheet.
• Competency in managing and operating training equipment, collecting and analyzing flight planning data, interpreting and summarizing new aviation regulations, and adapting quickly to an advanced jet environment.
• Maintain a competitive GPA and good academic standing with their university.
• Ability to work on-site at the Atlanta, GA office.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the United States.
• Possession of a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• A commitment to embracing diverse perspectives, thinking, and styles, consistently prioritizing the safety and security of self, others, and personal data.