Intern - Marketing Coordinator (Summer 2026)

Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air form a prominent group of aviation companies that operate across the United States, offering diverse air travel services. Known for their commitment to exceptional customer service, innovation, safety, community involvement, and fostering a positive work environment, these airlines provide dynamic opportunities for professionals eager to contribute to the airline industry. Serving millions of passengers annually, these companies operate extensive networks that span domestic and international destinations. The internship program at Alaska Airlines (which also extends to its affiliates, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air) offers a unique chance for students to embed themselves in a lively and innovative work culture focused on excellence, collaboration, and community engagement. The Summer 2026 Internship in Honolulu, HI at Alaska Airlines presents a full-time, 12-week opportunity perfectly aligned with varied academic schedules. This internship is ideal for students working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or related fields who want real-world experience within the aviation and travel industries. Interns are integrated into teams spread across departments, where they contribute to meaningful projects that influence both customers and business outcomes. The program emphasizes hands-on learning blended with networking opportunities through events and interaction with company leaders, promoting professional growth and industry insight. A significant benefit accompanying this internship is unlimited standby travel privileges across Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air networks, allowing interns the freedom to explore numerous destinations during off-hours. Interns will gain experience in researching industry trends, competitor analysis, content creation for marketing, and supporting social media campaigns. They will also contribute to event planning and promotional activities, gaining broad exposure to marketing in a fast-paced, customer-focused organization. This role is designed to nurture innovation, teamwork, and a passion for community and cultural growth, making it an excellent launchpad for students aspiring to develop their careers in marketing and communications within the aviation sector. Interns must be willing to relocate to Honolulu, HI, for the duration of the program if they are not already based in the area. The starting wage is $25.00 per hour, reflecting the company’s recognition of the valuable contributions made by interns. Alaska Airlines and its affiliate carriers also emphasize equal opportunity employment, promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce free from discrimination. The companies comply with federal and state regulations rigorously, ensuring a safe, respectful, and rewarding workplace environment. The internship not only enables skill development and career exploration but also introduces participants to a culture that values safety, integrity, kindness, and high performance.

• Working toward a Bachelor’s degree with a focus in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications or related area
• Experience in MS Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• 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.