Work wellbeing score is 78 out of 100
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Southwest Airlines Careers and Employment

Work wellbeing

Results based on 1,774 responses to Indeed's work wellbeing survey.
Work wellbeing score is High, 78 out of 100

Happiness

How enjoyable people find their day-to-day life at work
High

Purpose

How meaningful people find their work
High

Satisfaction

How content people feel with the way things are at work
High

Stress-free

How manageable people find their work stress
Above average

About the company

  • CEO
    Bob Jordan
    87%
    approve of Bob Jordan's performance
  • Founded
    1967
  • Company size
    more than 10,000
  • Revenue
    more than $10B (USD)
  • Industry
  • Headquarters
    Dallas, TX
  • Link
    Southwest Airlines website

We're the low fare, high-flying airline whose People set us apart.

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Southwest Airlines is a...

We're the low fare, high-flying airline whose People set us apart.

Looking for a career? You can always find the latest at https://careers.southwestair.com/ Don’t see what you’re looking for? Join our Talent Community so you can be notified when relevant positions become available: https://careers.southwestair.com/jointalentcommunity

Want to book travel for your business? https://www.southwest.com/html/air/business-groups/

Just wanna get away? https://www.southwest.com/

Southwest Airlines is all about moving People--by helping them travel from one place to another, and by genuinely caring for Employees and Customers. Our Employees make us who we are, so it’s fitting that the Heart at the center of our brand showcases the strength of Southwest Employees—whose dedication can be felt by every Customer each time Southwest Airlines connects them to what's important in their life.

Southwest is one of the most honored airlines in the world, known for a triple bottom line approach that contributes to our performance and productivity, the importance of our People and the communities we serve, and an overall commitment to efficiency and the planet. Learn more about how we gives back to communities across the world by visiting Southwest.com/citizenship.

Southwest Airlines recognizes, respects, and values differences. By fostering a Culture that embraces and utilizes our diversity, we create competitive advantages in Teamwork and innovation that contribute to our overall success.

Our Company Promise: Southwest will provide a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

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Jobs

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Full-time
Freight Agent - LAX

Los Angeles, CA

$18.78 an hour

3 days ago

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Part-time
Operations Agent (Part Time)

Minneapolis, MN

$17.41 an hour

5 days ago

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Part-time
Customer Service Agent - Part-time - SBA

Santa Barbara, CA

$20.65 an hour

3 hours ago

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Full-time
People Strategy & Planning Consultant

Dallas, TX

$102,500 - $113,900 a year

3 days ago

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Dallas, TX

20 jobs

Rating overview

Rating is calculated based on 2.9K reviews and is evolving.

4.23 out of 5 stars.20194.43 out of 5 stars.20204.25 out of 5 stars.20213.71 out of 5 stars.20223.75 out of 5 stars.2023

Reviews

Scrum Master in Herndon, VA
on January 20, 2019
great environment. Learned to work as a team and in a diverse culture. Management is helpful, and easy to get along with. The best thing about working here is the perks and the people and sense of accomplishment.
Provisioning Agent in Atlanta, GA
on December 10, 2023
At this job, it can be a great place to work if you do as you were told by the book of procedures. I learned that if you do your job to the full extent of your ability, your day will go smoothly... Southwest airlines is a company that treats you like family.. The hardest part of my job is the weather. The most enjoyable about my job is the people...
Recruiter in Dallas, TX
on December 7, 2023
Good benefits, culture, and positive work environment. The only thing I would say is that we are not the most competitive in the pay category but otherwise great place to be.
Ramp Agent in Baltimore, MD
on December 7, 2023
What is the best part of working at the company?Meeting new people traveling!!What is the most stressful part about working at the company?EVERYTHING depending on the station What is the work environment and culture like at the company?It is awful! Managers and supervisors threaten jobs constantly especially new hires, they love bullying new hires. What is a typical day like for you at th...
Pilot in Phoenix, AZ
on December 5, 2023
SouthWest are jerks to say the least. Poor working conditions and terrible training. You are just a number there no matter the position. Absolute joke of a company

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Interview insights

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Interview is average
Process takes more than one month

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  • Supervisor4.3 out of 5 stars.
  • Customer Service Supervisor4.5 out of 5 stars.

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