Intern - People Analytics (Summer 2025)

Early careers take off with United! We’ve been recognized as both a top employer for Gen Z talent by Handshake and a top 100 internship program by Yellow and WayUp. Interns at United enjoy a wealth of benefits, including a robust mentorship program, exclusive travel privileges, and engaging social events to help foster a vibrant and connected community of early career professionals. Our program is designed to empower you with the skills and connections necessary to launch a successful career. We hope you join us at United, where your contributions will take flight and your career journey will soar.

The People Analytics team is responsible for providing data driven people insights that drive the organization forward. The People Analytics intern will support data processes and ad-hoc reporting/analysis for people metrics across the employment lifecycle. The role will also support ETL (Extract Transform Load) processes, including quality control of data and/or data cleanup as needed.

• Support day to day ad-hoc data requests from HR source systems like PeopleSoft and Taleo as well as our enterprise data warehouse system
• Identify opportunities to automate requests by developing self-service reports for internal teams
• Support data processes including but not limited to maintaining data lakes utilizing programming concepts (i.e., SQL/Python) and compiling data from multiple sources for ETL (Extract, Transform and Load) into internal and external systems
• Support insights through self-service reports/dashboards
• Audit and maintain data governance model
• Assist with dashboard access and navigation

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table.

• Bachelors degree in quantitative field (statistics, engineering, business analytics, information systems, aviation management or related degree)
• Knowledge of database interface tools, SQL and programming concepts
• Passionate about data analytics with a strong attention to detail
• Understanding of databases and data structures
• Comfortable using PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office Products
• Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively with people at all levels
• Professional demeanor, excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
• Work related travel may be required, individuals must be able to travel without any restrictions

• Position will be hybrid based in Chicago, IL
• Intern duration is 12 weeks over Summer 2025
• 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 a crucial function of the position

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodationsunited.com to request accommodation.