Intern, Global Communications (Summer 2027)

How you'll help us Keep Climbing (overview & key responsibilities)

Join Delta’s Global Communications team and gain hands-on experience helping tell the stories that connect our people, customers and business around the world. We’re looking for curious, energetic students who are ready to contribute and learn through a summer 2027 internship.

Interns will deepen their knowledge of a global consumer brand, directly support the efforts of employee and external communications teams and gain exposure to other departments, partners and experiences.

The Delta Global Communications internship includes:

• An introduction to the Delta culture and operation including exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to the inner workings of a global airline.

• Full integration into the Communications team, where interns shadow and support internal and external communications campaigns.

• Direct interaction with Delta people who work in airports, in the operation, on-board, behind the scenes and in executive leadership positions.

Global Communications teams are seeking eight full-time interns for the summer of 2027. Specific roles are assigned based on the interns’ skillset interests and aspirations. Those roles and responsibilities may include supporting:

• Supportingcommunications strategies and campaigns that strengthen Delta’s reputation as acustomer-centric airline powered by innovation, sustainability and apeople-first culture.

• Developingemployee storytelling campaigns and supporting partner communications,corporate announcements and HR initiatives.

• Executing proactive and reactivecommunications strategies that shape Delta’s brand positioning and reputation.

• Managingmedia inquiries, event staffing and day-to-day communications operations.

• Creatingcontent for Deltanet (intranet) and Delta News Hub (external)websites, fromconcept through publication.

• Writingand editing compelling stories across multiple formats and channels.

• Collaboratingwith the Platforms team to optimize owned channels and elevate audienceengagement.

• Producingcommunications materials for media, government stakeholders and other keyexternal audiences.

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Must be a current student enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program at a college and/or university.

• Must be able to commit to the duration of the internship.

• Must be able to work onsite in Delta’s Atlanta, GA office.

• Have a competitive GPA and be in good academic standing with your university.

• Delta Communications interns are expected to have strong written and oral communication skills, meet deadlines, be thorough, detail-oriented, communicate effectively with all levels of personnel and excited to contribute ideas and perspectives in a fast-paced environment.

• Intern candidates should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

• Demonstrates that privacy is a priority when handling personal data.

• Embraces a diverse set of people, thinking and styles.

• Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority.

• Possesses a high school diploma, GED or high school equivalency.

• Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program and expected to graduate between fall 2027 and summer 2028. Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into concise, engaging content. Demonstrated proficiency with AI tools and analytics plus a passion for storytelling and strategic communications.

Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

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