Intern, Global Communications (Summer 2027)

About the Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

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:

• Communications strategies and campaigns that strengthen Delta’s reputation as a customer-centric airline powered by innovation, sustainability and a people-first culture.
• Employee storytelling campaigns and supporting partner communications, corporate announcements and HR initiatives.
• Proactive and reactive communications strategies that shape Delta’s brand positioning and reputation.
• Media inquiries, event staffing and day-to-day communications operations.
• Content creation for Deltanet (intranet) and Delta News Hub (external) websites, from concept through publication.
• Writing and editing compelling stories across multiple formats and channels.
• Collaborating with the Platforms team to optimize owned channels and elevate audience engagement.
• Producing communications materials for media, government stakeholders and other key external audiences.

Requirements & Tech Stack

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.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Thorough and detail-oriented.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel.
• Excited to contribute ideas and perspectives in a fast-paced environment.
• 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.

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.
• Passion for storytelling and strategic communications.