United Airlines is a premier leader in the airline industry, offering internships for early career professionals. The role involves supporting various business functions within the MileagePlus program, including Data & Analytics, Partnerships, and Marketing, while gaining hands-on experience and contributing to real projects that drive business growth.
Responsibilities
MileagePlus
Data & Analytics
Kinective Media
Partnerships
Co-Brand
Kinective Marketing
Loyalty Program and Member Benefits
Data Science
Sales
Travel Partnerships
Acquisition & Retention
MileagePlus Program Marketing
Air Redemption
Marketing and Loyalty Analytics
Non-Travel Partnerships
Ops & Performance
MileagePlus Partner marketing
Member Lifecycle Management
Digital Marketing Analytics
New Business
Media
MileagePlus Exclusives Program
Loyalty Operations
Customer data & Identity
Cards and Payments marketing
Kinective Media marketing & go-to-market strategy
Events supporting MileagePlus and Kinective Media
Qualification
Required
Applicant must be a current undergraduate student graduating in Winter 2026 or Spring/Summer 2027
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, Engineering, Economics, or a related field; or other relevant experience
Highly organized and self-motivated, with excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities and ensure attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills; must be comfortable talking to and collaborating with a variety of stakeholders
Confident performing data analysis to arrive at insights and develop recommendations.
Proven proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Position is based in Chicago, IL - must be able to relocate for internship duration
Start dates in May or June 2026
Passion to work for airline industry and curiosity for loyalty programs
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship now and in the future
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
Preferred
SQL, Python, or other programming capabilities for the Data & Analytics team
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Accident & disability
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Commuter
Paid holidays
Paid time off
401(k)
Flight privileges
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