High School Internship (Oakland) - Summer 2022

Overview: Southwest will provide a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer. Responsibilities: Southwest Airlines wants to equip high school students with knowledge in aviation and real world experience. This is a great opportunity to grow as an individual and be a part of the Fun-LUVing Culture at Southwest Airlines.
The Hiring Process will include the following steps:

• Optional Info Session and Application Prep on March 9: https://swa.is/HSinfosession
• Job Application:
• Must apply by March 13 at 11:59pm CT
• Will need resume and high school transcript (official or unofficial) to apply
• Recommended Interview Prep Session on March 30: https://swa.is/HSinterviewprep
• Virtual interview:
• Virtual interviews will take place in April. More information will be provided about the interview after you apply

Below are the internship opportunities this summer and the tasks included, but are not limited to:
Ground Operations: Provide personnel support to Southwest Airlines Employees at the Station by assisting them with functions such as payroll, attendance and leave, staffing, and maintaining personnel records and resources.

• Assist with printing, filing, event and meeting coordination and set up, locker oversight, assist with day one onboarding, communicate with Internal/External Customers, research projects to support Station goals and objectives, and participate in Culture Events and planning.
• This position is located at: Oakland International Airport - 1 Airport Dr, Oakland, CA 94621

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:

• Southwest Airlines will consider your interest in the High School Intern position if you are currently a resident of the Oakland area
• To participate in this internship, you must be 16 years old by June 13, 2022
• Currently enrolled in high school with a Sophomore or Junior status
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or above preferred
• Transportation to/from Southwest Airlines offices noted in the job description above
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire
• Airport position candidates must be able to provide required documentation to obtain a security badge
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by start date to comply with Executive Order 14042, which requires employees of federal contractors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Additional Qualifications:

• Classroom experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) preferred
• Strong written/verbal communications skills
• Prior work experience, extracurricular activities, and Leadership experience preferred
• Quick learner, self-motivated, organized, team-oriented, with the ability to work in a fast paced environment with a sense of humor

Time Commitment & Pay :

• The internship will take place from June 13 – August 5, 2022
• Part-time, 20 to 30 hours per week
• $15.06 per hour

This internship is located at Southwest Airlines office at the Oakland Airport at the address listed above.
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Al l students must apply online careers.southwestair.com .
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer