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

Delta Air Lines Inc

Atlanta, GA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Academic Advice, Airport Management, Analysis Skills, Call Center Operations, Catering Services, Centralized Operations/Management, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Computer Science, Continuous Improvement, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Sets, Database Design, Database Technology, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology & Information Systems, Metrics, Microsoft Office, Ontology, Operational Audit, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Operations Management, Operations Planning, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Management, Programming Languages, Project/Program Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Management, Relational Databases (RDBMS), Reporting Dashboards, SQL (Structured Query Language), Safety Compliance, Scalable System Development, Supplier Optimization, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Time Management
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
POSTED
30+ days ago

United States

Georgia

Atlanta

Operations Anlys & Performance

05-Mar-2026

Ref 31666

How youll 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

Operations Digital & Decision Science ODDS - Developing decision science tools and digital product solutions

Corporate Safety Security & Compliance CSSC - Supporting the safety and security of the airline and its employees

Airport Customer Service ACS - Improving airport processes and managing performance

Crew - Improving Pilot and Flight Attendant operations and performance efficiency

Delta Connection DC - Supporting end to end analytics and cross-divisional operational initiatives and improvements for the operation of Deltas regional airlines

Flight Operations FOP - Managing aircraft and gate to gate operations and performance

Onboard Services OBS - Optimizing process supply and inventory of inflight products and services

In-Flight Services IFS - Enhancing customer onboard experience and catering operations 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

Analytics engineering - build data pipelines & re-usable patterns ETLELT that transform raw sources into curated analysis-ready datasets

Data modeling - curate an operations-oriented ontology to build a scalable semantic layer

Data governance - steward good data management processes & standards documentation quality access control lineage catalog

Data wrangling - research analyze and interpret operational data to solve complex business problems

Technical data product management - drive product mindset for building scalable data solutions that provide business value

Automated reporting - develop frameworks that enable faster reports & dashboards for insights generation

Data platform testing - pilot and test out new data platform and tools that may benefit the operations analytics organization

Data optimization - identify opportunities to enhance operational metrics & processes

Students arerequiredto completethree alternating semesters of workand school all rotations must be completed before the students graduation.

Note Students are not permitted to work part-time hours and should refrain from taking classes and working 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

Fall 2026

Summer 2027

Spring 2028

Please ensure that this alternating semester rotation works with your university curriculum andor academic advisor before applying.

What you need to succeed

minimum qualifications

Enrolled in an Undergraduate program in pursuit of a Bachelors degree in Computer Science Analytics Economics Industrial Engineering Information Systems or similar 4-year degree program

Available for three alternating semesters for full-time work

Ability to report in-person to Deltas World Headquarters Atlanta GA or willing to relocate each semester housing stipends will be provided to students who meet the minimum criteria

Team oriented and highly supportive of continuous improvement methodologies

Basic understanding of data management & enablement functions ETLELT pipelines relational database fundamentals modeling concepts etc.

Proficiency with Python SAS or other similar tools and programming languages

Proficiency in SQL and ETLELT patterns

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis tools and concepts

Strong organizational project management and verbalwritten communication skills are essential

Willingnessability to adapt quickly and learn new 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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Delta Air Lines Inc