Flight Attendant (German/Mandarin/Spanish/French)
Posted on January 15, 2026
Hoffman Estates Role Highlights
Job Title: Flight Attendant (Gig/Contract) Company: United Airlines Based in: Hoffman Estates, IL (our growing Hoffman Estates office) Status: New Hoffman Estates listing (actively interviewing). Required Experience: Entry-Level.
Salary: $30-$35/Hour (approx. $67.6k/Year) Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type. Join our Hoffman Estates team for this flexible role.
Responsibilities
Core objectives involve your professional skills in International Aviation.
- This Hoffman Estates-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our United Airlines team in Hoffman Estates, IL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Hoffman Estates, a key hub for the International Aviation industry.
Connect the World in Your Language
Role Overview
United Airlines is seeking Language Qualified Flight Attendants to serve our international routes. If you are fluent in English and a second language (such as German, Mandarin, or Japanese), this is your opportunity to shine. You will perform all standard flight attendant duties while providing critical translation assistance and cultural hospitality to our diverse passengers.
Specialized Duties
- Translation: Assist non-English speaking passengers with safety instructions, customs forms, and service requests.
- Cultural Ambassador: Deliver service that respects and honors the cultural nuances of our international destinations.
- Cabin Safety: Ensure compliance with FAA regulations on long-haul international flights.
The Perks
- Language Pay: Receive additional hourly pay for qualified language flights.
- International Travel: Frequent opportunities to layover in global cities like Frankfurt, Tokyo, or Beijing.
- Benefits: Full health benefits and travel privileges.
Qualifications
- Fluency in English and a designated second language (reading, writing, speaking).
- Must pass a language proficiency test.
- Valid passport with the ability to travel freely to all countries United serves.