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UNITED STATES, GEORGIA, ATLANTA
OPERATIONS ANALYSIS & PERFORMANCE
05-MAR-2026
REF #: 31666
HOW YOU'LL HELP US KEEP CLIMBING (OVERVIEW & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES)
The Operations Data Strategy & Enablement (ODSE) team is seeking highly motivated and curious individuals who are excited to leverage data to improve the operations.
ODSE enables the Operations Analytics organization by providing a unified, modern data foundation that improves data quality, accelerates insights, and empowers faster, smarter decision‑making across the business.
The Co-Op will work closely with analytics professionals in the operation supporting one of the following functions or departments:
- Integrated Operations Planning (IOP) – Optimizing aircraft schedule and resource availability to maintain peak on-time performance
- Operations Digital & Decision Science (ODDS) – Developing decision science tools and digital product solutions
- Corporate Safety, Security & Compliance (CSSC) – Supporting the safety and security of the airline and its employees
- Airport Customer Service (ACS) – Improving airport processes and managing performance
- Crew – Improving Pilot and Flight Attendant operations and performance efficiency
- Delta Connection (DC) – Supporting end to end analytics and cross-divisional operational initiatives and improvements for the operation of Delta’s regional airlines
- Flight Operations (FOP) – Managing aircraft and gate to gate operations and performance
- Onboard Services (OBS) – Optimizing process, supply, and inventory of inflight products and services
- In-Flight Services (IFS) – Enhancing customer onboard experience and catering operations and performance
- Operations & Customer Center (OCC) – Tracking on-time flight metrics, weather, day-of flight analyses
- Central – Managing centralized operations and competitive performance analyses
Though individual responsibilities will vary by supporting division, some functional examples include:
- Analytics engineering - build data pipelines & re-usable patterns (ETL/ELT) that transform raw sources into curated, analysis-ready datasets
- Data modeling - curate an operations-oriented ontology to build a scalable semantic layer
- Data governance - steward good data management processes & standards (documentation, quality, access control, lineage, catalog)
- Data wrangling - research, analyze, and interpret operational data to solve complex business problems
- Technical data product management - drive "product" mindset for building scalable data solutions that provide business value
- Automated reporting - develop frameworks that enable faster reports & dashboards for insights generation
- Data platform testing - pilot and test out new data platform and tools that may benefit the operations analytics organization
- Data optimization - identify opportunities to enhance operational metrics & processes
Students are required to complete three alternating semesters of work and school; all rotations must be completed before the student's graduation. Note: Students are not permitted to work part-time hours and should refrain from taking classes and working as a co-op in the same semester. The full-time work schedule for this role, while remaining actively enrolled in an approved undergraduate curriculum, is as follows:
- Fall 2026
- Summer 2027
- Spring 2028
Please ensure that this alternating semester rotation works with your university, curriculum, and/or academic advisor before applying.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS)
- Enrolled in an Undergraduate program in pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Analytics, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Information Systems, or similar 4-year degree program
- Available for three alternating semesters for full-time work
- Ability to report in-person to Delta’s World Headquarters (Atlanta, GA) or willing to relocate each semester (housing stipends will be provided to students who meet the minimum criteria)
- Team oriented and highly supportive of continuous improvement methodologies
- Basic understanding of data management & enablement functions: ETL/ELT pipelines, relational database fundamentals, modeling concepts, etc.
- Proficiency with Python, SAS or other similar tools and programming languages
- Proficiency in SQL and ETL/ELT patterns
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis tools and concepts
- Strong organizational, project management, and verbal/written communication skills are essential
- Willingness/ability to adapt quickly and learn new skills is required
- 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)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Data Operations Analyst
Align your degree to specialty occupation standards
Data operations work sits at the intersection of database management, analytics, and systems. Verify your credentials map to a recognized field using O*NET before applications begin, since your designated sponsor reviews this alignment during DS-2019 issuance.
Target host employers with existing training infrastructure
Employers who have hosted J-1 visa Trainees before already understand the DS-2019 process and training plan requirements. Prioritize data-heavy industries like fintech, healthcare informatics, and logistics, where structured analyst roles are common and program documentation is routine.
Search for J-1-ready roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by data operations titles and sponsorship openness on Migrate Mate to surface U.S. employers whose hiring patterns align with exchange visitor programs, cutting out the guesswork of cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with J-1 hosting obligations.
Prepare your training plan before interviews
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed training plan outlining objectives, supervision structure, and skill benchmarks. Draft this document early so host employers can co-sign it quickly, avoiding delays after an offer is made.
Clarify the two-year home residency rule upfront
Some J-1 Trainee placements in government-funded or skills-shortage fields trigger a two-year home country residency requirement. Confirm whether your role or funding source activates this condition before accepting an offer, since it affects future visa pathways.
Confirm wage compliance with OFLC Wage Search
Your host employer must pay you a wage consistent with similarly situated U.S. workers. Cross-check the offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search for your job title and location before your training plan is finalized and submitted to your designated sponsor.
Data Operations Analyst J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Data Operations Analyst roles?
The Trainee category fits early-career professionals who have a degree or at least one year of work experience in a relevant field and want structured on-the-job development in the United States. Current university students or recent graduates within 12 months of graduation may qualify under the Intern category instead. Your career stage and enrollment status determine which category a designated sponsor will approve.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Data Operations Analyst position?
A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 form and serves as the official visa sponsor, not your hiring employer. The company where you work is the host organization. Sponsors such as AIPT or Cultural Vistas manage compliance, sign off on your training plan, and monitor your program. The host employer funds and supervises your day-to-day work.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Data Operations Analysts?
Most employers won't advertise J-1 hosting explicitly, so you need to target companies that have demonstrated willingness to work with international professionals and structured training programs. Migrate Mate lets you search for data operations roles at employers whose hiring history aligns with exchange visitor sponsorship, helping you focus applications on realistic opportunities rather than cold outreach.
What does the training plan requirement mean for a data analyst role?
Your designated sponsor requires a signed training plan document before issuing your DS-2019. For a Data Operations Analyst position, this plan should outline specific technical objectives such as database pipeline development, reporting system optimization, or data quality frameworks, along with supervision arrangements and evaluation timelines. Preparing a draft before your offer stage gives employers a concrete document to review and co-sign without delays.
Can a Data Operations Analyst J-1 placement trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
Yes, in certain circumstances. If your position is funded by the U.S. or your home country's government, or if your home country has designated data and analytics as a skills-shortage field, the two-year home residency requirement may apply. This affects eligibility for certain other visa categories afterward. Clarify your funding source and home country designation with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.