What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Internships position at Airlink, Inc.?
Airlink is looking for interns!
Want to join a dynamic team that connects the humanitarian and aviation sectors to mobilize aid and relief workers during disasters? Airlink is seeking summer 2026 interns to help advance our lifesaving mission, supporting work across all departments.
About Airlink
Airlink is a global humanitarian organization that connects the aviation and humanitarian sectors and multiplies their life-saving impact—building logistics solutions that accelerate disaster and crisis response, reduce costs, and equip communities with the right aid, at the right time so they can recover quickly. Airlink and its airline partners have transported over 15,000 passengers and 8,100 tons of cargo in support of a broad range of humanitarian initiatives that have provided aid to more than 80 million people. Airlink has saved our nonprofit partners more than $56 million in transport costs.
Airlink is offering paid internships this summer in the following key areas:
Programs: Be part of the team that coordinates the deployment of aid and responders to communities in crisis around the world. Get involved in trend analysis on past disasters, desk research for ongoing emergencies, matching humanitarian responders with flights during a disaster, or reviewing impact data to help develop case studies and donor reports.
Development: Get an inside look at how Airlink develops and stewards its corporate, philanthropic, and institutional partnerships. Help put together inspiring digital campaigns to individual and corporate donors, support grant-writing processes, or help us mobilize more aviation, humanitarian, and other private sector partners globally.
Communications: Support our storytelling, thought leadership, and brand elevation/positioning. Learn the inner workings of earned, paid, and social media planning, while helping analyze performance and engagement, test impact stories, and help create trending social media content.
Operations: Gain practical nonprofit management experience while supporting the daily operations of a global humanitarian organization. Support executive affairs, help plan Airlink events, and develop systems that enhance organizational efficiency and strengthen internal communication.
Required Qualifications
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Undergraduate or graduate degree in progress.
- Interest and/or relevant coursework in international relations, communications, fundraising, and/or nonprofit management.
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Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
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Service-oriented mindset and enthusiasm for supporting the team and taking on new initiatives.
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Ability to balance tactical execution with long-term strategic thinking.
Preferred Skills & Personal Characteristics
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Humanitarian and/or logistics experience.
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Experience working in fast-paced, sensitive environments.
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Ability to effectively communicate and work across teams.
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Value transparency, empathy, and collaborative problem-solving.
Why Join Airlink
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Directly enable life-saving humanitarian missions worldwide.
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Work at the intersection of technology, aviation, and global impact.
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Partner with mission-driven leaders, nonprofits, and global enterprises.
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Help build scalable systems that magnify aid delivery during times of crisis.
Location
Airlink is headquartered in downtown Washington, D.C. and currently operates a hybrid work schedule with the team in-office three days a week. Given the collaborative nature of internships, we are only considering candidates in the Washington, D.C. area.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation for internships is $20 per hour, and interns may be eligible for academic credit. Beyond the paycheck, you’ll enjoy professional development opportunities, monthly team social outings, and, of course, free snacks to keep you going.
EEO Statement
Airlink is an equal opportunity employer. The organization provides equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or make-up, or any other protected category enumerated by applicable local ordinance, state law, or federal law.
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