Intern, Meteorology (Summer 2026)

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

About the Program

Delta's Meteorology Internship Program provides hands-on, real-world experience for students pursuing careers in meteorology or related fields. Interns will gain industry exposure, work on impactful projects, and develop professional skills through training and mentorship from Delta's team of experienced meteorologists.

What You'll Do

Interns will contribute to meaningful work that supports the continuous improvement of the Meteorology department. Responsibilities include:

• Gathering, analyzing, and interpreting meteorological data

• Assisting with the development of tools, scripts, or web-based applications

• Creating and updating training materials

• Supporting various operational and research-focused projects

• Observing and learning from Delta meteorologists as they produce operational forecasts and weather products (approximately 15% of the internship)

Location: Atlanta, GA (Delta Operations & Customer Center)

Duration: Summer 2026

Type: Full-Time, Paid Internship

Housing Stipend: Available for eligible candidates residing outside the Atlanta area

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications)

We're looking for motivated, curious, and detail-oriented students with a passion for meteorology and aviation. Candidates must:

• Be enrolled in an accredited atmospheric science, meteorology, or related degree program

• Have completed a Dynamic Meteorology course

• Demonstrate proficiency with meteorological observational data, numerical weather prediction, and data analytics

• Have experience with basic programming (Python, SQL, HTML, JavaScript, or similar)

• Communicate clearly in both verbal and written formats

• Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

• Demonstrate Delta's core values: honesty, integrity, respect, perseverance, and servant leadership

• Maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with all levels of the organization

Why Delta?

As a Delta intern, you'll work alongside one of the industry's leading meteorology teams and gain experience with operational aviation forecasting, data-driven decision-making, and process improvement at a global airline.

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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