Co-op, Operations Analytics - Data Strategy and Enablement (Fall 2026)

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Closes on Thursday, April 2, 2026

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

The Operations Data Strategy & Enablement (ODSE) team is seeking highly motivated and curious individuals who are excited to leverage data to improve the operations.

ODSE enables the Operations Analytics organization by providing a unified, modern data foundation that improves data quality, accelerates insights, and empowers faster, smarter decision-making across the business.

The Co-Op will work closely with analytics professionals in the operation supporting one of the following functions or departments:

• Integrated Operations Planning (IOP) - Optimizing aircraft schedule and resource availability to maintain peak on-time performance

  • OperationsDigital & Decision Science (ODDS) - Developing decision science toolsand digital product solutions

  • CorporateSafety, Security & Compliance (CSSC) - Supporting the safety andsecurity of the airline and its employees

  • AirportCustomer Service (ACS) - Improving airport processes and managingperformance

  • Crew -Improving Pilot and Flight Attendant operations and performance efficiency

  • DeltaConnection (DC) - Supporting end to end analytics and cross-divisionaloperational initiatives and improvements for the operation of Delta'sregional airlines

  • FlightOperations (FOP) - Managing aircraft and gate to gate operations andperformance

  • OnboardServices (OBS) - Optimizing process, supply, and inventory of inflightproducts and services

  • In-FlightServices (IFS) - Enhancing customer onboard experience and cateringoperations and performance

  • Operations& Customer Center (OCC) -Ttracking on-time flight metrics, weather,day-of flight analyses

  • Central- Managing centralized operations and competitive performance analyses

Though individual responsibilities will vary by supporting division, some functional examples include:

  • Analyticsengineering - build data pipelines & re-usable patterns (ETL/ELT) thattransform raw sources into curated, analysis-ready datasets

  • Datamodeling - curate an operations-oriented ontology to build a scalablesemantic layer

  • Datagovernance - steward good data management processes & standards(documentation, quality, access control, lineage, catalog)

  • Datawrangling - research, analyze, and interpret operational data to solvecomplex business problems

  • Technicaldata product management - drive "product" mindset for buildingscalable data solutions that provide business value

  • Automatedreporting - develop frameworks that enable faster reports & dashboardsfor insights generation

  • Dataplatform testing - pilot and test out new data platform and tools that maybenefit the operations analytics organization

  • Dataoptimization - identify opportunities to enhance operational metrics &processes

Students are required to complete threealternating semesters of work and school; all rotations must be completed before the student's graduation. Note: Students are notpermitted to work part-time hours and should refrain from taking classes andworking as a co-op in the same semester. The full-time work schedule for this role, while remaining actively enrolled in an approved undergraduate curriculum, is as follows:

  • Fall2026

  • Summer2027

  • Spring2028

  • Please ensure that this alternating semester rotation works with your university, curriculum, and/or academic advisor before applying.

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

  • Enrolled in an Undergraduate program in pursuitof a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Analytics, Economics, IndustrialEngineering, Information Systems, or similar 4-year degree program

  • Available for three alternating semesters forfull-time work

  • Ability to report in-person to Delta's WorldHeadquarters (Atlanta, GA) or willing to relocate each semester (housingstipends will be provided to students who meet the minimum criteria)

  • Team oriented and highly supportive ofcontinuous improvement methodologies

  • Basic understanding of data management &enablement functions: ETL/ELT pipelines, relational database fundamentals,modeling concepts, etc.

  • Proficiency with Python, SAS or other similartools and programming languages

  • Proficiency in SQL and ETL/ELT patterns

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and dataanalysis tools and concepts

  • Strong organizational, project management, andverbal/written communication skills are essential

  • Willingness/ability to adapt quickly and learnnew skills is required

  • Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.

  • Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.

  • 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)

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Benefits and Perks to Help You Keep Climbing

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