UG Intern, MIA Hub Planning & Analysis

Location: Miami Intl Apt (MIA-TRML)

Additional Locations: None

Requisition ID: 6448

Job Description

The New American Airlines is working to create the greatest airline in the world. American is again strong, profitable and competitive. As we build momentum we are looking for people who want to be part of the vision. Join us for a career with endless possibilities.

Looking for a job where a passion for innovation, a culture of teamwork, and opportunities for growth are valued and rewarded? You’ve come to the right place. The new American is in the business of serving the global travel needs of our customers. At the core of the company is our commitment to each customer and each employee. We are dedicated to developing and delivering what our customers value. Customer-centric planning, innovative marketing, and an exceptional customer experience are supported by a cadre of talented people. The Undergraduate Intern position is a developmental assignment that provides interns with real-time work projects, leadership development opportunities, as well as involvement in corporate social responsibility. Work projects involve assignments that are relevant to American’s current business needs and opportunities.

The MIA Planning & Analysis Internship will expose the successful candidate to various aspects of the airport and airline operation at American’s 2 nd largest hub. Focal points of the role will be:

Station performance reporting and evaluation

Creating forms, reports, and databases utilizing available software and data sources to support the department

Staffing analyses for 2,000+ airport employees

Time & motion studies for various airport processes

Development of Excel models for improved real-time and historical trend analysis and reporting

Analysis and reporting hub budget

Preparing financial justifications (creative/persuasive writing) for hub capital projects and staffing requests

Presentation development for management

Hands-on airport operations experience

Job Qualifications

American Airlines’ MIA Hub Planning & Analysis internship focuses on providing participants with real-world business exposure, on-the-job training, and the ability to move around the department to experience various airport business functions. Characteristics of the successful candidate are:

Working towards a BS/BA degree with coursework in a quantitative or business discipline (economics, mathematics, engineering, finance, management, etc.)

Refined skills with MS Office (chiefly MS Excel and PowerPoint); familiarity with software programs used in conducting quantitative analysis and presentations

Demonstrated analytical skills, including the ability to assemble information, extract pertinent facts, draw logical conclusions, and present recommendations

Interest in optimization, problem-solving and process improvement

Ability to make independent judgments and decisions while taking ownership of job responsibilities

Ability to work well within a team/office environment

Strong oral and written communication skills

Possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check

Travel Required: Less than 5%

Compensation:
In addition to the valuable business exposure received, the successful candidate will also receive an hourly wage and flight benefits during the internship period.

Additional Locations: None

Requisition ID: 6448