Well, can't say I understand this one. SWA is a definite career-destination airline despite their comparatively slow seat movement versus other similar carriers. They aren't exactly hurting for applicants.
I don't see any regional component to this but expect there might be the tickets-CFI-regional-mainline route to this. Time will tell. It's apparently not a guarantee of a job:
"...ultimately can
apply as first officers..."
https://atwonline.com/training/south...+Daily+News%29