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Regional Facilities Manager

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Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

2025 Summer Intern: Functional Safety/Autonomy Safety/Cyber Security Engineering Intern

Company: UL Solutions

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

UL is seeking a Functional Safety, Autonomy Safety, and Cyber Security Engineering Intern in Northbrook, Illinois. The intern will work with the Identity Management and Security team to ensure the safety and security of products and systems. The role involves testing, validating, verifying, and certifying functional safety and cybersecurity. The ideal candidate is a rising senior pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field. The internship offers a competitive hourly rate, potential sign-on bonus, and opportunities for learning and development.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority in travel roles?
Entry‑level agents earn $35k‑$55k; mid‑level tour operators $50k‑$70k; senior airline ops managers $70k‑$110k; travel tech developers $80k‑$140k; and sustainable tourism coordinators $50k‑$90k, all varying by region and company size.
What skills and certifications are required for travel professionals?
Key skills include GDS proficiency (Sabre, Amadeus, Galileo), CRS and CRM (Salesforce, HubSpot), aviation safety knowledge (FAA or EASA), and data analytics (Python, SQL). Certifications such as Certified Travel Associate (CTA), Certified Travel Industry Executive (CTIE), ISO 14001 for ESG, and hospitality management credentials boost credibility.
Is remote work available in the travel industry?
Remote roles exist in travel tech development, data analysis, virtual tour design, and customer support. Airline ops and hospitality positions often require on‑site presence, but many agencies now allow hybrid arrangements for agents and coordinators.
What are common career progression paths in travel?
A travel agent can advance to senior consultant, then to sales manager or regional director. Airline ops staff may move from crew to flight operations supervisor to director of operations. Tech roles progress from junior developer to product manager, then to CTO or head

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