Flight Operations

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We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

Job Description:

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Southwest Airlines promises to provide Employees with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. The Southwest Airlines High School Internship Program provides high school students with insight into the world of aviation over eight weeks. This hands-on program emphasizes the importance of education and opportunities beyond a diploma or degree. We entrust our Interns to make an impact on their Team in real-time projects, work toward Company initiatives, and achieve our Purpose of connecting People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel, all while having fun and developing yourself as a future professional. 

Additional details:  

Join Southwest during an eight-week internship, lasting from June 11 to August 1, 2024.
Work onsite Tuesday through Thursday at our Corporate Campus in Dallas, Texas, every week.
Dedicate 20-24 hours each week to your internship responsibilities and tasks.
Receive hourly pay of $15.
Be provided with any required equipment, such as a laptop, for the internship.

The hiring process will consist of the following steps:

Tuesday, Feb. 20, at 6 p.m. CT: Attend our optional internship information and preparation session. Register at swa.is/HSinfosession.
Monday, Feb. 19 – Monday, Feb. 26: Apply online at careers.southwestair.com.
Early March: Video assessments will be provided to applicants who meet minimum qualifications.
Saturday, Apr. 6: If selected, interview at our Corporate Campus in Dallas, Texas. More information will be provided at a later date.

Please be aware of the following application reminders:

To be considered, please ensure that you attach a resume and high school transcript (official or unofficial) to your application.
If you apply for a High School Intern position, you must list at least one previous job that you have held. For this question, you may include any previous work experience you have had (e.g., tutoring, babysitting, cutting the lawn, cleaning the house, etc.) You do not need a W-2 Form to enter a job in this section.

Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences. 

The Flight Operations High School Intern will have the opportunity to two support one of two different Teams within the department: Safety Programs & Assurance or Training Production.

Duties and Responsibilities:

On the Safety Programs & Assurance Team, the duties and responsibilities of the Flight Operations High School Intern may include, but are not limited to:

Work across all Flight Safety Teams
Help create and distribute information from Flight Safety to Southwest Flight Crews, Flight Training, and Leadership

On the Training Production Team, the duties and responsibilities of the Flight Operations High School Intern may include, but are not limited to:

Collaborate with our Training Production Teams for Pilots, Instructors, Evaluators, Chief Pilots, LEAD Ops Scheduling, Simulation, and Destination 225°
Assist with media, graphic design, and/or instructional design and technical writing

Required Qualifications: 

Southwest Airlines will consider your interest in the Flight Operations High School Intern position if you:

Must currently reside in the Dallas, Texas area as Southwest does not provide housing or offer relocation for high school internships
Are at least 16 years old by June 11, 2024
Are currently enrolled in high school with a Sophomore, Junior, or senior status 
Have transportation to/from Southwest Airlines offices noted in the job description above 
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire

Preferred Qualifications: 

Strong written/verbal communication skills 
Have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above
Classroom experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Prior work experience, extracurricular activities, and Leadership experience
Quick learner, self-motivated, organized, Team-oriented, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Time Commitment & Pay: 

Program dates: June 11– August 1, 2024 
Time commitment: Part-time, 20 to 24 hours per week during normal business hours
Work location: You must reside in Dallas, Texas, during the internship and work onsite at our Corporate Campus
Pay: $15.00 per hour

This internship is located at our Corporate Campus in Dallas, Texas.

To apply, you must submit your application online at  www.southwest.com/careers. Please upload your resume and high school transcript (official or unofficial) for each role to which you apply.

We are committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensuring equal opportunity to apply and compete for jobs. If you need accommodation at any point in the hiring process due to a disability, you may email the Accommodations Team or call 877-792-4792.

Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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