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Are you interested in an internship with Heart at Southwest Airlines? Our Interns gain business experience, work on meaningful projects, attend professional development events, and experience the legendary Culture that makes our Company stand apart from the rest. Check our opportunities to join our winning Team! • Spring 2024 Internships: Part-time (minimum of 24 hours per week), fully virtual internships from January 30 – April 19. Applications open on September 1 and close on September 15. • Summer 2024 Internships: Full-time (40 hours per week), in-person internships at our Corporate Campus in Dallas, Texas, from May 21 – August 9. Applications open on October 1 and close on October 15. Take a Closer Look at the Campus Reach College Internship Program: swa.is/InternHiring
Campus Reach | Southwest Careers
Southwest Airlines honored and flew our friend and hero, Kaya, home to rest after a lifetime of service and hard work. Kaya helped establish the PAWS Act, which comforts veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. A loyal Southwest Customer, she flew with us over 250 times while lobbying for this act. The Crew and Customers onboard showed gratitude toward Kaya and her handler, Cole, a Marine Corps Veteran. While Kaya has been laid to rest, both her and Cole’s service to our country and veterans lives on. We’re honored to be a small piece of the duo’s legacy.
Southwest Airlines honored and flew our friend and hero, Kaya, home to rest after a lifetime of service and hard work. Kaya helped establish the PAWS Act, which comforts veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. A loyal Southwest Customer, she flew with us over 250 times while lobbying for this act. The Crew and Customers onboard showed gratitude toward Kaya and her handler, Cole, a Marine Corps Veteran. While Kaya has been laid to rest, both her and Cole’s service to our country and veterans lives on. We’re honored to be a small piece of the duo’s legacy.
"I’ve met my best friends, led projects beyond my wildest dreams, and immersed myself in a Culture that can’t be matched." - Kiran R. Kiran, a former Intern and now a full-time Employee in the Marketing Department at Southwest Airlines, explains how her internship holds a special place in her heart. She met her best friends, traveled to multiple cities, and worked on many projects and events. Kiran knew after her two internships that she wanted to return. Often being asked, “Why Southwest?” Kiran can’t help but answer, “Why not?” She gives this answer because she connects People to what matters most in their professional and personal lives. Read more about Kiran’s story here: swa.is/KiranR
When you can't help but wonder, why not?
Are you curious how 600,000+ aviation enthusiasts, 10,000+ aircraft, and 1,000+ show planes gather for a week filled with aviation celebration? You’ll find it at EAA AirVenture’s annual event in Oshkosh, Wis. Southwest Airlines brought one of our newest Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, dedicated to our Destination 225° Program, with Destination 225° Program participants, Leaders, and 40 Chicago-based students from AeroStar Avion Institute and Tuskegee NEXT onboard. Many Southwest Employees attended, shared information about various programs and career opportunities, and embraced the “Spirit of Aviation.” Learn more about our Destination 225° Program: swa.is/D225Program
Destination 225 Home | Southwest Careers
Special shout out to Adam and all our Interns on National Intern Day! Learn more about the Campus Reach Program: swa.is/InternAtSouthwest
Happy National Intern Day! Advise from a Southwest Airlines Intern
Meet Aircraft Maintenance Technician Tom M., a member of our Southwest Family for more than 25 years. He’s a resource and an advocate for New Hires because someone shaped a similar experience for his career. With more than 21 years of service between the Air Force and Air Force Reserves, he’s 1 of the more than 10,200 veterans and 1,800 spouses who self-identify their military status as Southwest Employees. We’re grateful for those who served our country and how they bring their unique skillset to Southwest. Learn more about opportunities at Southwest for military members and veterans: swa.is/HireAVeteranDay2023
Military | Southwest Careers
Recently, Southwest Airlines said aloha to its newest specialty livery, Imua One. The aircraft is a tribute to our Employees and the communities across Hawaii that welcomed us with warm aloha. “Imua” is a rallying cry in the Hawaiian language that translates to an urging forward, and it underscores one of our Values at Southwest—Teamwork. This livery features eight meaningful elements representing Hawaiian culture and aligning with our Company Values. • Ohana (Family): Root in relationships. • Honu (Turtle): Move with perseverance. • Aina (Land): Find common ground. • Ama (Support): Connect to strengthen and balance. • Hoku (Star): Guide with purpose. • Kai (Ocean): Harness good energy. • Lokahi (Unity): Succeed with Teamwork. • Imua (Forward): Go forward with strength, courage, and a strong spirit. Watch the transformation of Imua One here: swa.is/ImuaOne
Introducing Imua One | Southwest Airlines
“Southwest is more than a single Employee or Customer—the impact we can create together spans to support multiple generations.” - Jarrod R., Manager, Technology Meet Jarrod, a Manager in our Technology Department at Southwest Airlines, and his son Gabriel. Not only did Jarrod join Southwest to progress his career, but he also found himself a part of something much bigger. Gabriel faces several congenital challenges resulting in countless surgeries, hospital stays, and doctor visits. As Gabriel grows up, Jarrod is also learning how they can succeed through neurodiversity. While he continues advancing his career with a network of support from his family and Cohearts, Jarrod uses his platform to advocate and build resources for the greater neurodivergent community. Read more about Jarrod and Gabriel’s story here: swa.is/JarrodR
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Two years ago, Southwest Airlines introduced a new specialty aircraft. Freedom One is a high-flying tribute to our nation, military, and Southwest Family of more than 75,000 Employees. Like the United States flag, Freedom One features 50 stars and 13 stripes. As we commemorate Independence Day, go behind the scenes to watch the painting of Freedom One: swa.is/FreedomOne.
Introducing Freedom One | Southwest Airlines
As an Associate Recruiter at Southwest Airlines, Grayson connects with Candidates interested in landing a career with Heart. He's passionate about sharing available opportunities. Because of the support he’s received throughout his career, Grayson strives to provide that same experience for others. Grayson opened up to his Leaders and Team about being a transgender man, including the steps and legal processes he pursued. His Team embraced him and allowed him to feel seen. Southwest also offered him opportunities to advocate and educate others on visibility, allyship, and partnership. Grayson shared, “I’m grateful for Southwest’s invitations to participate in conversations that give me visibility and allow me to share that visibility with others.” Read more about Grayson’s story: swa.is/GraysonC.
Visibility through partnership