Intern - Material Control; Summer

Position: Intern - Material Control (Summer 2027)
Company

Alaska Airlines

The Team

Interns at Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air join teams throughout different departments and work on visible projects that impact our guests and business. Beyond hands‑on experience, interns also get the opportunity to network with fellow employees and company leaders through various intern events and programming. Our interns also receive unlimited standby travel benefits during their internship, which means that many weekends are filled with jet setting across our growing network.

This internship is for summer 2027. Our internships are full‑time for 12 weeks, and we offer two program timelines to align with different academic calendars.

This internship will be located in Honolulu, HI. If not already in the internship city, candidates will be required to relocate for the duration of the internship.

This internship is designed solely to provide you with skill development and valuable work experience. While the internship provides helpful experience for future opportunities at Alaska Airlines, Inc, it does not guarantee a relevant role will be available at the conclusion of the internship nor future employment.

Role Specific Details

This role provides exposure to supply chain planning, inventory management, forecasting, and cross‑functional projects that help ensure material availability for maintenance operations. The intern will contribute to data analysis, process improvement initiatives, and strategic projects while gaining practical experience in airline supply chain management.

Role Summary

Become part of a dynamic environment that offers a hands‑on internship experience. We are looking for talented and enthusiastic students to contribute toward key projects that support our business, community and cultural growth. Experience a work environment that thrives on innovation, collaboration and partnership.

Key Duties

• Analyze inventory, demand planning, and forecasting data to identify trends, opportunities, and process improvements that support material availability and operational performance.
• Support supply chain improvement projects by gathering data, conducting research, and assisting with recommendations related to planning processes, systems, and inventory strategies.
• Prepare and present findings, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders, translating data into clear and actionable information.
• Assist with cross‑functional initiatives involving Maintenance, Engineering, Planning, and Supply Chain teams to support operational and strategic objectives.
• Support analysis and planning activities related to fleet transitions, tooling programs, inventory optimization, and other Material Control projects as assigned.

Job‑Specific Experience, Education & Skills

Required

• Working toward a Bachelor’s degree with a focus in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program and have at least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship.
• Must have achieved a junior 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.

Preferred

• Prior internship, academic project, or coursework related tosupply chain, procurement, or material management.
• Experience with data visualization tools(e.g., Power BI, Tableau) or databases.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in ateam environment and across multiple…