At United, we offer internships, co-ops, and full-time opportunities for early career professionals. In any role, you’re a key member of our team, contributing to real projects that help move the business forward while gaining hands-on experience, growing your professional skill set, and connecting with industry leaders. You’ll also have a chance to build community through our employee-run Business Resource Groups, participate in industry conferences, and enjoy unlimited standby travel anywhere we fly.

Position Overview:
Our Global Government Affairs & Environmental team is the driving force behind our efforts to make change happen! By working closely with U.S, state and local and foreign governments and coordinating grassroots advocacy efforts, our Global Government Affairs & Environmental team represents United on regulatory, public policy and legislative issues. This team advocates every day for our airline, our employees, and the millions of customers we serve all around the globe.

Key Responsibilities:
The Government Affairs Intern will assist with the coordination and execution of tasks such as writing of reports and memos, research on legislative and regulatory issues, government outreach, stakeholder engagement and other projects as needed. This role works across the Congressional, Regulatory and State & Local Government Affairs teams.

• Conduct research and analysis on legislation, regulations, policy issues, legislative history, and stakeholder positions.
• Track federal and state legislation and regulatory developments; monitor Congressional hearings and other relevant activity; prepare reports and summaries, as needed.
• Draft correspondence, talking points and background materials for internal and external use.
• Support the coordination of stakeholder events and meetings hosted by Government Affairs.
• Monitor daily newsclips and industry publications for items relevant to Government Affairs priorities.
• Assist in UAPAC activities and grassroots advocacy activities.
  

This internship is designed solely to provide you with skill development and valuable work experience. This role will not convert to a full-time position at United upon the conclusion of the internship.

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Applicant must be a current undergraduate student
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Strong research skills
• Ability to handle simultaneous projects and adapt to a fast-paced, changing environment
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  

Additional Information:

• Intern duration is 12 weeks over Summer 2026
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship now and in the future
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualifications
• Reliable, punctual attendance is a crucial function of the position

• This role is based in Washington D.C. and follows a hybrid schedule, with four days per week in the office.
  
  

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodationsunited.com to request accommodation.