What are the responsibilities and job description for the MBA Intern, Financial Strategy (Summer 2027) position at Delta Air Lines?
How You'll Help Us Keep Climbing (Overview & Key Responsibilities)
Through the warmth and service of Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) people and the power of innovation, Delta never stops looking for ways to make every trip feel tailored to every customer. There are over 100,000 Delta people leading the way to deliver a world-class customer experience on over 5,000 daily flights to more than 300 destinations on six continents, connecting people to places and to each other. Delta served more than 200 million customers in 2025 -- safely, reliably and with industry-leading customer service innovation – and was again recognized as North America’s most on-time airline by Cirium. We remain committed to ensuring that the future of travel is connected, personalized and enjoyable. Our people’s genuine and enduring motivation is to make every customer feel welcomed and respected across every point of their journey with us.
As the leading global airline, Delta's mission to connect the world creates opportunities, fosters understanding and expands horizons by connecting people and communities to each other and to their own potential. Powered by innovative and strategic partnerships with Aeromexico, Air France-KLM, China Eastern, Korean Air, LATAM, Virgin Atlantic and WestJet, Delta brings more choice and competition to customers worldwide. Delta is America's most-awarded airline thanks to the dedication, passion, and professionalism of its people. It has been recognized by Cirium for operational excellence; as the top U.S. airline by the Wall Street Journal; among Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies; the World’s Most Admired Airline according to Fortune; as one of Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work; and a top employer for diversity, veterans, and best workplaces for women by Forbes.
Finance at Delta
Finance roles at Delta can be grouped broadly into two categories: corporate and divisional. Corporate finance departments evaluate strategic investments or opportunities, forecast, and analyze expenses enterprise wide, and handle external reporting. Divisional finance departments serve as a strategic partner to the business units they support, helping the division manage revenues and expenses and achieve their goals. Upon completion, MBA Associates have the option to pursue careers in the following areas:
Corporate finance
The Finance Strategy MBA Leadership Development Program consists of a summer associate internship program and a full-time associate program within the Finance Division. Roles provide program participants with exciting, significant, and ambitious work with an encouraging leadership team committed to their professional growth and development.
The project-based summer internship is typically ~12 weeks long from May/June through early/mid-August and provides rising second year MBAs relevant finance experience, insight into the multifaceted airline industry, and a chance to create valuable contributions through revenue improvements and cost savings projects.
Program participants are offered numerous opportunities to learn about their functional areas as well as other parts of the organization. MBA Associates are encouraged to attend speaking events with company executives to gain insight into high level company strategy as well as gain exposure to senior leadership.
Compensation for this internship is provided at $9,493 per month, subject to applicable taxes and withholdings.
What You Need To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)
With over 100,000 Delta employees across the globe, our culture is rooted in a shared commitment to living our values – Honesty, Integrity, Respect, Perseverance and Servant Leadership – every day, in everything we do. When you join Delta, you truly begin the journey of your lifetime!
Through the warmth and service of Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) people and the power of innovation, Delta never stops looking for ways to make every trip feel tailored to every customer. There are over 100,000 Delta people leading the way to deliver a world-class customer experience on over 5,000 daily flights to more than 300 destinations on six continents, connecting people to places and to each other. Delta served more than 200 million customers in 2025 -- safely, reliably and with industry-leading customer service innovation – and was again recognized as North America’s most on-time airline by Cirium. We remain committed to ensuring that the future of travel is connected, personalized and enjoyable. Our people’s genuine and enduring motivation is to make every customer feel welcomed and respected across every point of their journey with us.
As the leading global airline, Delta's mission to connect the world creates opportunities, fosters understanding and expands horizons by connecting people and communities to each other and to their own potential. Powered by innovative and strategic partnerships with Aeromexico, Air France-KLM, China Eastern, Korean Air, LATAM, Virgin Atlantic and WestJet, Delta brings more choice and competition to customers worldwide. Delta is America's most-awarded airline thanks to the dedication, passion, and professionalism of its people. It has been recognized by Cirium for operational excellence; as the top U.S. airline by the Wall Street Journal; among Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies; the World’s Most Admired Airline according to Fortune; as one of Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work; and a top employer for diversity, veterans, and best workplaces for women by Forbes.
Finance at Delta
Finance roles at Delta can be grouped broadly into two categories: corporate and divisional. Corporate finance departments evaluate strategic investments or opportunities, forecast, and analyze expenses enterprise wide, and handle external reporting. Divisional finance departments serve as a strategic partner to the business units they support, helping the division manage revenues and expenses and achieve their goals. Upon completion, MBA Associates have the option to pursue careers in the following areas:
Corporate finance
- Capital Planning
- Corporate Development and Corporate Strategy
- Corporate Real Estate
- Financial Planning
- Flight Profitability
- Fuel Management
- Investor Relations
- Treasury Capital Markets
- Financial Reporting
- Airport Customer Service
- Cargo
- Flight Operations
- In-Flight Services
- IT Finance
- Marketing
- Reservations
- Technical Operations
The Finance Strategy MBA Leadership Development Program consists of a summer associate internship program and a full-time associate program within the Finance Division. Roles provide program participants with exciting, significant, and ambitious work with an encouraging leadership team committed to their professional growth and development.
The project-based summer internship is typically ~12 weeks long from May/June through early/mid-August and provides rising second year MBAs relevant finance experience, insight into the multifaceted airline industry, and a chance to create valuable contributions through revenue improvements and cost savings projects.
Program participants are offered numerous opportunities to learn about their functional areas as well as other parts of the organization. MBA Associates are encouraged to attend speaking events with company executives to gain insight into high level company strategy as well as gain exposure to senior leadership.
Compensation for this internship is provided at $9,493 per month, subject to applicable taxes and withholdings.
What You Need To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)
- Current MBA Student
- Candidates must have completed the first year of an MBA Program with a concentration in Finance, Economics, Strategy, Supply Chain or another analytical field by the Summer of 2027
- Must have a planned MBA program graduation date by the Summer of 2028
- At least three years (36 months) of post-undergraduate, full-time work or relevant military experience prior to enrolling in business school
- Curiosity about the airline industry
- Analytical and creative problem solvers
- Consistent track record of excellence
- Ability to excel in fast-paced, matrix-team environment
- Ideal candidates have strong analytical, leadership, written and verbal communication skills
- 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
- Ability to digest large amounts of data and information and succinctly explain what can be learned from the data and how it can support decision making
- Desire to learn leadership techniques and best practices in problem solving and conflict resolution to enable innovation and progress on difficult to address challenges of our customers
With over 100,000 Delta employees across the globe, our culture is rooted in a shared commitment to living our values – Honesty, Integrity, Respect, Perseverance and Servant Leadership – every day, in everything we do. When you join Delta, you truly begin the journey of your lifetime!
- Domestic and International (standby) flight privileges for employees and eligible family members
- Access to over 500 discounts and specialty savings through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals, pet health services, Apple product discounts, exclusive tickets to sports games and more
- Competitive pay for students based on their working hours
- Industry-leading profit sharing program available for Co-Op/Intern Students employed as of 12/31
- Eligible for pay on Holidays that are observed in your dedicated work area
- Once in a lifetime experience through Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals
- Programs to engage with community service and sustainability
- Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health
- On-site campus amenities include Starbucks, Gym, Emory Clinic, Walmart pharmacy and store, healthy dining options through Sodexo, edible garden and mental health coach
- Backup dependent care services offered for 25 days highly subsidized by Delta
- Housing Stipend available for students who reside more than 50 miles from work location
Salary : $9,493