About the United Airlines Generative AI Internship 2026 role

The United Airlines Generative AI Internship 2026 places you in United’s Digital Technology organisation, which designs, develops and maintains massively scaling technology solutions built on innovative architectures, data analytics and digital solutions.

As a Generative AI Intern in the Analytics & Innovation team, you work on applied AI – large language models, prompt engineering and retrieval-augmented generation – inside a global airline’s technology estate. That combination of production scale and modern GenAI tooling is rare in an internship.

Key responsibilities

• Build and experiment with Generative AI solutions using LLMs and RAG architectures.
• Write Python and SQL to manipulate, analyse and prepare data for AI workflows.
• Support model training, validation and evaluation activities.
• Apply secure coding practices and AI safety protocols in enterprise contexts.
• Collaborate with the Analytics & Innovation team and communicate findings clearly.

United Airlines Generative AI Internship 2026 – eligibility & requirements

To be eligible for the United Airlines Generative AI Internship 2026, candidates should meet:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (ongoing or completed) in Engineering, Technology, Computer Science, Statistics, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Economics or a closely related technical field.
• Available to commit to a minimum internship duration of 6 months.
• Highly proficient with Python and SQL, plus data libraries such as Pandas and NumPy.
• Strong foundations in core Machine Learning (model training / validation, neural networks) and demonstrated understanding of LLMs, prompt-engineering mechanics and RAG architectures.
• Awareness of secure coding practices and AI safety – enterprise data privacy, prompt-injection vulnerabilities and secure API handling.

Selection process

The United Airlines Generative AI Internship 2026 selection process usually includes a resume shortlist, a technical assessment on Python, SQL and ML fundamentals, and one or two interviews covering LLM concepts, your projects and problem solving, followed by an HR discussion before the internship offer.

Documents required

• Updated resume (single-column, PDF) – build one free with our Resume Builder.
• Class X, XII and semester-wise marksheets (current CGPA).
• Government photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / passport).
• Passport-size photograph as per portal specifications.
• College bonafide / no-objection certificate, if asked.

Preparation tips from selected candidates

• Build one RAG project end to end – embeddings, a vector store and a retrieval chain – and be ready to explain your design choices.
• Revise Python (Pandas, NumPy), SQL joins and aggregation, plus core ML evaluation metrics; read up on prompt injection and AI safety basics.
• Attempt at least two full-length timed mock tests – time pressure fails more candidates than difficulty (use our free aptitude practice tests).
• Prepare a crisp 90-second self-introduction – see our 5-part formula with sample answers.

How to apply for the United Airlines Generative AI Internship 2026

To apply for the United Airlines Generative AI Internship 2026, use the green “Apply on official portal” button on this page or open the official United Airlines listing. Create a profile, upload your resume and submit before the role closes. Explore more roles on our companies hiring freshers page.

About United Airlines

United Airlines is one of the world’s largest airlines, and its Digital Technology teams build large-scale data, analytics and AI systems that support global operations. Its India technology centre in Gurugram works on analytics and innovation programmes.