Intern, Government Affairs (Spring 2025) - Delta Air Lines Inc.
Washington, DC
About the Job
How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)
This position reports directly to the Director - Government Affairs in the Government Affairs Department. Candidate will assist in the preparation of presentations and reports, as well as participate in the planning and execution of department functions. The candidate will support the Government Affairs team in promoting and monitoring public policy that impacts Delta and the aviation industry. The candidate will perform extensive research and analysis that will focus on transportation policy, and compile and report on data determined by the field and scope of the assignment/project to aid the Government Affairs staff. Assignments are completed in an efficient, accurate and timely manner while ensuring the methods conform to company standards. Candidate practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
Starting Pay Range is from $17.16 to $21.74 hourly
Compensation for this role is offered at a fixed hourly rate based on the student's academic standing at the time of the start of their Internship.
* Freshman (Less than 30 semester (45 quarter) hours completed) - $17.16 hourly
* Sophomore (30 semester (45 quarter) hours completed) - $19.02 hourly
* Junior (60 semester (90 quarter) hours completed) - $20.80 hourly
* Senior (90 semester (135 quarter) hours completed) - $21.74 hourly
Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing
With over 100,000 Delta employees across the globe, our culture is rooted in a shared commitment to living our values – Honesty, Integrity, Respect, Perseverance and Servant Leadership – every day, in everything we do. When you join Delta, you truly begin the journey of your lifetime!
- Domestic and International (standby) flight privileges for employees and eligible family members
- Access to over 500 discounts and specialty savings through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals, pet health services, Apple product discounts, exclusive tickets to sports games and more .
- Competitive pay for students based on their working hours
- Industry-leading profit sharing program available for Co-Op Students employed as of 12/31
- Automatic 401(k) contribution on 3% of eligible earnings
- Eligible for pay on Holidays that are observed in your dedicated work area
- Once in a lifetime experience through Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals
- Programs to engage with community service and sustainability
- Welbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health
- On-site campus amenities include Starbucks, Gym, Emory Clinic, Walmart pharmacy and store, healthy dining options through Sodexo, edible garden and mental health coach
- Backup dependent care services offered for 25 days highly subsidized by Delta
- Housing Stipend available for students who reside more than 50 miles
What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)
- Qualified candidate must be enrolled as a undergraduate degree-seeking, current/active student in an accredited undergraduate program at a college and/or university.
- Candidate must be detail-oriented, can communicate effectively and legibly with all levels of personnel, very organized, and demonstrated ability with information gathering, data collection; problem solving; innovation/creativity.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required
- Must be a strong team player, detail oriented and perform well under pressure
- Demonstrates that privacy is a priority when handling personal data.
- Embraces a diverse set of people, thinking and styles.
- Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority.
- Adaptability; must be able to function in a fast-paced work environment with competing priorities
- Successful problem solver and critical thinker -Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
- Must be a strong team player, detail oriented and perform well under pressure
- Candidate must convey professional image to all levels of employees
Source : Delta Air Lines Inc.
