- 1). Start small. If you do not have previous flight attendant experience, it is unlikely that you will be hired by a major airline. Instead, look to regional and commuter airlines that operate smaller aircraft. These airlines include Mesa, PSA, American Eagle and Colgan, all of which operate as "feeders" for major airlines: They fly passengers from smaller cities to major airline hubs.
- 2). Develop a targeted résumé. Flight attendants are required to be sociable, organized and flexible. List attributes that exemplify these qualities on your résumé. If you have any aviation or airline experience, feature that, if not, highlight any experience in retail, volunteer work, child care, sales or any other experience that relates to social skills, working with the public and highly organized, fast-paced operations.
- 3). Attend a hiring event. Many regional airlines hold hiring events or career fairs for prospective flight attendants where they give a company presentation as well as allow candidates to fill out a job application. Some airlines will also hold preliminary interviews at these events. Use this as an opportunity to network. Dress professionally, and bring along several copies of your résumé and references. You can call the airline to find out when it will hold the next hiring event.
- 4). Fill out the application. Due to federal regulations, flight attendant job applications are very extensive. Make sure to include a complete work history, including phone numbers and supervisor names, as well as at least 10 years of address history. Also include every job you have ever worked.
- 5). Prepare for the interview. Airline interviews are short, succinct and to the point. Research the airline, learn its hub and route structure, and study federal aviation regulations that relate to airline operations and specifically to flight attendants. Go to the airline's website to research the company. In the interview, emphasize your social skills, problem-solving abilities and willingness to learn.
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