Summer Internships

As an Intern, you can expect to:   

• Join Southwest as a Summer 2026 Intern, with a 12-week internship
• Work onsite at our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX (2702 Love Field Drive) 
• Dedicate 40 hours each week to your internship responsibilities and tasks.  
• Receive free, unlimited space available travel privileges for yourself (taxes and fees may apply on international travel).  
• Interns will be provided any required equipment, such as a laptop, for the internship.  

Basic Qualifications:     

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required. 
• Must be at least 18 years of age. 
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986. 
• You must have a valid U.S. Social Security Number to complete the full hiring process. 
• These positions require authorization to work in the United States as a permanent employee without sponsorship now or in the future     

Education:     

• Progress towards degree in a  related field to the area of focus for the internship.    
• Fall 2026 graduation or later; unless already enrolled in a full-time graduate degree program at time of application.      
• To be eligible you must be currently enrolled as a full-time student as defined by your university at the time of application.      
• Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of application.     

Time Commitment and Pay 

• Required: Full-time 40hrs a week 
• Must maintain a consistent weekly schedule during normal business hours at a max of 8 hours per day 
• Program Dates: May 20 – August 8, 2025 
• General Pay Range: $20-23 per hour, Engineering: $23-27 per hour; Analytical/Financial: $21-25 per hour
• Based on eligibility, up to $2,000 stipend (Paid $1,000 on first paycheck and $1,000 at midpoint of internship) 

Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer