Summary / Purpose Much as Delta Air Lines helps passengers reach their destinations, the Cargo division serves companies in safe and efficient transport of a wide range of freight, including everything from mail to live animals and life-saving pharmaceuticals. Different departments in the Cargo division provide rate information, sell cargo space in the belly of Delta’s passenger aircraft, track & trace freight and resolve customer problems. Additionally, they safely move cargo from a warehouse location to airport ramp areas and ensure proper delivery onto the appropriate aircraft. The Cargo Safety, Security, & Compliance team manages the system-wide global Cargo programs and Key Performance Indices (KPIs) involving, but not limited to, occupational and flight safety as well as regulatory compliance with OSHA, TSA, CBP, & FAA. Key Responsibilities - The Delta Cargo Safety, Security, & Compliance team is seeking two full-time positions based in Atlanta, GA. - The Co-Op will be required to complete three alternating semesters - All rotations must be completed before the student's graduation. Co-Op students for two of work and school. - Note: co-ops are not permitted to work part-time hours and should refrain from taking classes - (inclusive of online or in-person) and working as a co-op during the same semester. - The full-time work schedule for this role, while remaining actively enrolled in an approved - undergraduate curriculum, is as follows: - • Spring 2027 (1st rotation) - • Fall 2027 (2nd rotation) - • Summer 2028 (3rd rotation) - Co-Ops must ensure that this alternating semester rotation schedule aligns with their university, curriculum, and/or academic advisor before applying. - Working as a Co-op does not guarantee a full-time opportunity upon graduation. This position is intended to provide educational and professional work experience. - Overall function and role: as part of the team directly responsible for all safety, security, and compliance efforts for Delta Cargo worldwide customers and employees, this individual will be supporting applicable initiatives in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rewarding environment. - Candidate must have a detail-oriented, adaptable, and collaborative approach & spirit. This will - include but not be limited to: - • Support the Cargo Safety, Security, & Compliance team with ongoing development of - enhancements and improvements to cargo operations - • Propose ideas for continuous improvement in processing and tracking effectiveness - • Implementing project management skills and practices - • Record results in databases and develop metrics to analyze performance - • Measuring and analyzing current performance - • Work across business units with various stakeholders in a professional setting - • Provide process engineering and/or internal consulting services - • Participate in data collection efforts for projects that impact cross-functional departments - • Identify and implement improvements to existing processes to increase efficiency, productivity, - and performance - • Recommend ideas for new ways to provide optimal (internal and external) customer service and - evaluate safety/compliance impact of proposed operational changes - The Co-Op will support the following teams: - • Cargo Safety - The Cargo Safety team is responsible for the Cargo Safety Management System (SMS), - injury and damage investigations, occupational safety & health (OSHA) initiatives, - ergonomics, employee reporting programs (ASAP), emergency response, safety - recognition, and ground standards assurance. - • Cargo Compliance (Regulatory) - o The Cargo Regulatory Compliance team ensures regulatory acquiescence by developing - policy and procedures for global cargo operations. The team crafts risk-based auditing - standards to ensure Delta exceeds industry compliance norms. - • Cargo Compliance (Security) - o The Cargo Security team ensures that our cargo acceptance and screening operations - maintain compliance with TSA (and other security) regulations across the system (US and - non-US). The team owns the Delta Cargo Security Manual (DCSM), supports and - maintains screener training programs & operational resources. The team performs - investigations and responds to compliance failures across the system. - • Cargo Compliance (Products) - o The Cargo Product Compliance team is responsible for implementing a Quality - Management System (QMS) within pharmaceuticals & other specialty cargo handling - operations. - • Cargo Policy & Procedure - o The Policy & Procedures team engages with internal and external stakeholders to ensure - Cargo policies & procedures are understandable and updated in compliance with required - industry regulations. The team supports implementation, revision, and adherence to these - policies & procedures. Minimum Qualifications - The co-op must be enrolled as a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate degree in a 4-year academic institution throughout the co-op program. - The co-op must be able to work onsite in our Atlanta, GA office on a full-time basis as an undergraduate student during the following 3 alternating semesters: Fall 2026, Summer 2027, and Spring 2028. - • Must be enrolled in one of the following or similar studies: Business Administration and Management, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Aviation/Aeronautics/Aeronautical Science, Aviation Management/Aviation Operations, Occupational Health & Safety, Aviation/Aerospace Safety, Human Factors, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Management, Information Systems - • Open-mindedness and willingness & ability to learn new skills are required. - • Exercise confidentiality of protected information at all times. - • Must be able to work in a time sensitive environment, self-motivated, eager to accept responsibility and learn new tools and processes. - • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment. - • Must demonstrate the ability to work on multiple assignments with strict deadlines and function effectively under pressure. - • Strong organizational, problem-solving skills, and verbal/written communication skills are essential. - • Candidate is team-oriented and highly supportive of continuous improvement methodologies. - • Must be proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) - • General administrative skills which include but are not limited to scheduling meetings or in-person training, coordinating speakers and attendees, coordinating meeting logistics, taking and publishing meeting notes, and conducting post-meeting follow-up. - • At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0-point scale. - • Some travel may be required. - • Excellent attention to detail. - 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. Preferred Qualifications - A successful candidate should be highly motivated with the desire to learn and have a passion for safety, security operations, and compliance initiatives. - Passion for aviation or a keen interest in learning and contributing to the aviation/airlines industry is advantageous. - The degree includes a specialization in aviation, supply chain, cargo, logistics, and security. - Confident in PowerPoint and presentation creation; executive decks are built regularly. - Confident in Excel creation/manipulation; large data sets are regularly collated, analyzed, and reviewed. - Strong presentation skills in front of leaders and large groups. - Familiar with airline operations. - Project management experience. - Track record of seeking leadership roles including student and community organizations. - Passionate about a future career in the aviation/airline industry and serving Delta’s customers Benefits / Compensation (if stated) - Not stated (see full benefits list referenced on posting page) ---