Engineering Co-op

Company Alaska AirlinesThe TeamGuided by our purpose, core values, and leadership principles, we are creating an airline people love. Our corporate teams set the strategies and operational plans to ensure the success of our company. Whether we use our expertise in accounting, human resources, finance, planning, legal, marketing, or any of our operational divisions, our shared passion for travel and our guests is what motivates us to achieve excellence each day. If you share our passion for creating an airline people love, we want to hear from you.Role SummaryThe Engineering Intern supports Alaska Airlines Engineering Group in one or more of the following areas: Avionics Engineering, Interiors Engineering, Powerplant Engineering, Structures Engineering, or Systems Engineering. This role performs specific project work that involves learning aspects of aircraft and engine components and development, generation, and major prototyping of specific projects. This is bestowed with a high degree of ownership for the systems involved and accountability to see through these projects.This co-op program has 2 rotations, the first one in Summer 2025 and the second rotation Summer 2026. This position will be based in Seattle, WA. This position will work at the Alaska Maintenance & Engineering Hangar building located at the SeaTac International Airport.Key Duties

Learns the basics of assigned aircraft or engine components and develops, generates, prototypes, and implements to each major project for the functional area(s).

Learns to interact and partner with other key M&E departments such as Repair Controls, Maintenance Control, and Line Planning as part of project development and prototyping.

Interacts with Line Maintenance on Flight Operations to assist with investigation and resolution of mechanical issues.

Learn Alaska's proactive approach to maintenance and reliability, as well as providing responsive customer service.

Learns key metrics and basic use of trending and analysis tools.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job-Specific Experience, Education & SkillsRequired

Working toward a degree in aviation engineering (aerospace, electrical or mechanical) or a related aviation discipline.

Willing and able to commit to two rotations as part of program requirement.

Excellent communication (e.g., verbal, written, and listening), presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise documentation.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program and have at least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship.

Must have achieved a sophomore or higher academic standing at the time of application

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum age of 18.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Airport SIDA Badge RequirementsImportant notification for employees working at an airport or maintenance hangar: Employees will be required to obtain a SIDA badge provided by the airport authority and maintain good standing in order to keep their SIDA badge. Review theSIDA Badge Requirementsdocument for a comprehensive overview. If an employee does not qualify for a SIDA badge or has their SIDA badge pulled from them, the employee will be terminated.Job-Specific Leadership ExpectationsEmbody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.Starting RateUSD $30.00/Hr.Total RewardsWe are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees and do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information (including family medical history), political views or activity, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We may use your information to maintain the safety and security of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, its employees, and others as required or permitted by law. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Employment Type Full-Time

Regular/Temporary Temporary/OC

Requisition Type Frontline

Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 10/28/2024

Location Seattle - Airport

Equal Employment Opportunity We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees and do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information (including family medical history), political views or activity, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We may use your information to maintain the safety and security of Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, its employees, and others as required or permitted by law. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Job Locations USA-WA-Seattle

Requisition ID 2024-13123

Category Interns