CPT Commercial Director Jobs
Commercial Director roles on CPT sit at the intersection of business strategy and operational leadership, exactly the kind of integrated, degree-relevant work your DSO needs to authorize. Your curriculum must directly support the placement, so engineering or MBA programs with a commerce or management focus are the natural fit for this authorization.
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INTRODUCTION
Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) is the U.S. global airline leader in safety, innovation, reliability and customer experience. Powered by our employees around the world, Delta has for decades led the airline industry in operational excellence while maintaining our reputation for award-winning customer service. Today, nothing is more important than the health and safety of our customers and employees. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Delta has moved quickly to transform the industry standard of clean while offering customers more space across the travel journey. Headquartered in Atlanta, Delta serves nearly 200 million people every year, taking customers across its industry-leading global network to more than 300 destinations in over 50 countries. Through innovative partnerships with Aeromexico, Air France-KLM, Virgin Atlantic, Korean Air, LATAM and WestJet, Delta has brought more choice and competition to customers worldwide.
Delta seeks Undergraduate Interns for the Commercial Strategy Analyst (CSA) Program Internship. This paid Summer 2027 internship program is designed to accelerate the development of high-potential analysts by deepening their understanding of Delta’s business, expanding their skills and providing opportunities to develop leadership capabilities. Successful interns may be offered a full-time job upon completion of their internship based on their performance.
Employment opportunities for the Commercial Strategy Intern include:
Network Planning
Craft route structures, analyze new city and route opportunities, and determine capacity response to competitive actions.
Revenue Management
Optimize Delta revenue through valuing passengers, forecasting future demand & initiating pricing actions.
Global Sales & Cargo
Analyze the financial contribution of corporations and agencies or optimize revenue for Delta’s cargo network.
Customer Experience & Design
Refine the customer experience at the airport and onboard through improvements to technology, products & services.
Digital
Power the travel journey with world-class Digital experiences that empower, engage, and inspire our customers and our people.
Marketing
Build Delta’s brand strategy and develop marketing campaigns and communications.
Loyalty
Grow the loyal customer base and premium revenue through the SkyMiles program and AMEX co-brand.
Reservations
Propose recommendations for process improvements and a better customer experience for call centers.
BENEFITS AND PERKS TO HELP YOU KEEP CLIMBING
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
- 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
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS)
- You are a rising senior in an undergraduate program with a graduation date of Spring/Summer 2028.
- Candidates who have graduated and are employed full-time will not be considered.
- Must be enrolled as a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate degree in a 4-year academic institution.
- At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale.
- This position requires student to work full-time during the Summer 2027 semester. Student cannot actively take any courses (inclusive of online or in-person) and work as a Co-op/Intern at the same time, which may delay graduation by 1-2 semesters.
- Must be able to work onsite in our Atlanta, GA office for the duration of the Co-op.
- Working as a Co-op/Intern does not guarantee a full-time opportunity at Delta Air Lines upon graduation. This position is intended to provide educational and professional work experience to prepare the student for the workforce.
- You have demonstrated the ability to interpret data, use it to form concrete business actions, and present findings.
- You are a creative problem solver with a familiarity of economic concepts.
- You can work in a time-sensitive environment and effectively prioritize tasks.
- You thrive in team settings. You collaborate well, learn from others, and use your skills to help them.
- You are a proactive, clear communicator.
- 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.
WHAT WILL GIVE YOU A COMPETITIVE EDGE (PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS)
- Ideal candidates have demonstrated to be a collaborator and creative problem-solvers.
- Prior Internships/Co-Op/Extracurricular experiences are recommended.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, Tableau, SQL, Delta internal tools and software preferred.
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Get Access To All JobsCommercial Director CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Commercial Director role actually qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your degree program, typically an MBA, MS in Management, or a business-focused engineering program, includes coursework in strategy, commercial operations, or leadership that the role directly applies. Your DSO evaluates whether the placement is an integral part of your curriculum, not just related to it. The offer letter's description of your responsibilities is the document that carries the most weight in that evaluation.
Can I do CPT as a Commercial Director on a full-time basis?
You can, but full-time CPT carries a significant consequence: any CPT authorization of 12 months or more on a full-time basis eliminates your eligibility for OPT entirely. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, does not affect your OPT clock regardless of duration. If you're planning a post-graduation work strategy that depends on OPT, discuss the format of your CPT with your DSO before you sign the offer.
What should a Commercial Director offer letter include for CPT authorization?
Your offer letter needs to state the employer's legal name, your exact start and end date, your weekly hours, the job title, and a description of your duties that reflects the strategic and operational scope of the role. Generic language like 'business support' won't satisfy most DSOs. The description should reference functions like revenue strategy, cross-functional leadership, or market development, whatever your curriculum directly supports.
How do I find employers open to hiring F-1 students on CPT for Commercial Director roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with CPT-compatible hiring histories, which saves you from pitching companies unfamiliar with F-1 authorization. Focus on mid-size to enterprise companies with established HR infrastructure, they're more likely to have handled DSO paperwork before and won't slow-walk the offer because CPT is new to them. The O*NET profile for this occupation also helps you frame your role description in terms that resonate with both recruiters and DSOs.
What happens if my CPT end date passes while I'm still in the role?
Working past your authorized CPT end date is a status violation, even by one day. You must request a CPT extension from your DSO before the current authorization expires, extensions require a new I-20 reflecting the updated dates. If you're in a semester break or your program is ending, confirm with your DSO whether continued CPT is permissible and what enrollment requirements must stay in place to maintain your F-1 status.