Entry Flight Attendant(Flexible)|Durham
Your Next Step in Durham
Key Information
- Experience: Open to all levels.
- Apply your Customer service skills at our Durham location.
- Based in: Durham, NC (our growing Durham office)
- Position: Flight Attendant (Flexible/Contract, Durham)
- Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type.
- Pay: $36k-$53k/Year (approx. $3.7k/Month)
- Project-based work with clear objectives.
- Employer: Emirates (Hiring in Durham)
- This Durham-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in Customer service.
- Our Emirates team in Durham, NC is growing.
- Benefit from working in Durham, a key hub for the Airlines, Aviation, Customer Service, Hospitality, Travel, Safety industry.
Join Emirates, a global leader in luxury aviation, as Cabin Crew. Part of the Emirates Group, which employs over 120,000 professionals worldwide, our airline is renowned for its iconic brand and service. With a fleet of over 250 A380 and B777 aircraft, Emirates connects over 140 destinations. We are seeking professionals to deliver our award-winning service and ensure passenger safety. This role is a career in safety and hospitality, requiring you to be a brand ambassador and first responder. Selected candidates will attend our 7.5-week paid training program at the Emirates Aviation College in Dubai (transport and accommodation provided). This position requires flexibility for variable schedules, including nights, weekends, and ultra-long-haul international flights. We are looking for resilient, team-oriented individuals who are passionate about service and safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Entry Flight Attendant|Durham position pay at Emirates?
This role offers a pay range of $36,000 - $53,000. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, base/airport, seniority, and shift at Emirates in Durham.
Where is this Entry Flight Attendant|Durham job based?
This position is based at the airport serving Durham, NC. Emirates operates at airports across the region, but this specific opening is tied to the Durham base.
How long is training for this Entry Flight Attendant|Durham role?
Flight attendant training at Emirates is typically 3–6 weeks of paid, in-residence training at the airline's training center. You'll cover FAA safety procedures, emergency evacuations, first aid/CPR, service standards, and aircraft-specific equipment.
Does Emirates offer flight benefits for this role?
Yes. Emirates extends flight privileges to employees — free standby travel on the airline's flights and deeply discounted confirmed tickets worldwide — typically for you, your spouse, parents, and eligible children. Benefits start on Day 1 or within the first 30–90 days depending on role.
Are weekend schedules available for this position?
Airports run 7 days a week, so Emirates offers various scheduling options including weekend shifts. Weekend schedules may include premium pay. Check with the hiring team for current availability in Durham.
Does Emirates provide training for new hires?
Yes, Emirates provides comprehensive paid training for all new hires. This includes FAA/airline safety orientation, equipment operation (where applicable), and role-specific process training.
