Republic Leadership Development Program - 2027

Republic Leadership Development Program

The purpose of the Republic Leadership Development Program (RLDP) is to cultivate highly skilled, well-rounded professionals who are equipped to meet business needs and priorities.

Republic Airways is proud to offer a leadership development program that prepares early career associates for senior and people leadership positions over a two-to-three-year timeline composed of three rotations in various business functions. Resources will be provided to train and mentor associates, hone critical leadership skills and assist in the successful conversion from the RLDP program into a designated role, balancing associate interest and business needs.

The rotational program provides the following cornerstones as pillars of development:

• Mentorship Program with Executive Senior Leaders, Department Leaders, and Program Alumni
• Foundational Business Acumen through Cross-Functional Rotation Experience
• Leadership Development Training
• Annual Industry and Leadership Conferences
• Networking and Relationship Building with Senior Leaders

Rotation Examples

• Finance
• Accounting
• Information Technology
• Supply Chain
• Data Analytics
• Aviation Management
• Human Resources

Education and/or Key Skills

• Successful completion of Republic Internship Program, Bachelor's Degree with a Business concentration, or enrolled in a post-graduate program
• Minimum 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Prior Internship or Co-Op Experience in a related field
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, prioritizing Excel experience
• Willingness to rotate into various roles and functions across the organization
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a business group
• Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends and develop strategic solutions
• Problem-solving through data-analysis and cross-functional collaboration
• Proficient communication and presentation skills

Other Qualifications

• Ability to work 40 hours per week
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship

Physical Demands

• Able to move about the work environment.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability, and Veteran Accommodations

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.