NANA SHAREHOLDER COLLEGE INTERNSHIP - Year Round College Intern

Job Description

The Year Round College Intern provides administrative, operational, and project-based support across various departments and subsidiaries within NANA. Designed around the academic calendar, this position allows college students to gain hands-on professional experience, develop key industry competencies, and build a deep understanding of NANA’s mission, values, and business operations.

The Year-Round College Internship Program is intended as a continuation opportunity for participants who have successfully completed the NANA Summer College Internship Program. This position is not intended for individuals seeking to begin an internship with NANA. Students interested in starting their internship experience with NANA are encouraged to apply through the Summer College Internship Program.

This position offers flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments during semesters, with the opportunity for expanded hours during academic breaks.

 

Responsibilities

Core Operational & Business Support

• Provide cross-departmental administrative and operational support to assist teams with daily workflows and ongoing initiatives.
• Assist in drafting, editing, and formatting professional document deliverables, including memos, presentations, reports, and team communications.
• Maintain organized digital and physical record systems, ensuring accuracy, proper indexing, and data integrity.
• Help organize, track, and maintain departmental schedules, meeting agendas, and follow-up action items.

Project Management & Research

• Support special projects and departmental goals under the direction of assigned project leads or managers.
• Conduct basic research, compile data, and summarize findings into clear, actionable summaries or spreadsheets.
• Participate in cross-functional task forces or team meetings to gain exposure to broader corporate operations.

Communication & Relationship Building

• Communicate effectively with internal colleagues, leadership, and external stakeholders with a high degree of professionalism and customer service.
• Collaborate with peers and inter-departmental staff to support company-wide activities, events, and initiatives.
• Exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality when working with proprietary, financial, or sensitive information.

Professional & Leadership Development

• Continue building upon knowledge, skills, and professional relationships developed during participation in the NANA Summer College Internship Program.
• Adapt to departmental assignments based on organizational needs while maintaining a commitment to professional growth and career development within NANA.
• Participate in professional training, mentorship programs, and company learning sessions.
• Seek continuous feedback to develop foundational workplace competencies, business tools proficiency, and professional skills.
• Prepare and present a summary of key learnings, contributions, and professional growth at the conclusion of rotational milestones or academic terms.

 

Qualifications

• Applicants must be a shareholder of NANA Regional Corporation, Inc., or a direct descendant of a shareholder. In accordance with NANA's Shareholder Preference Hiring Policy, priority will be given to NANA shareholders first, followed by shareholder descendants.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be currently enrolled in college or a vocational school full-time and have completed one semester of postsecondary education. 
• Must have successfully completed the NANA Summer College Internship Program.
• Proficient written communication skills: write, edit, proofread materials.  
• Proficient oral communications skills: speak one-on-one or present to groups. 
• Must be able to work in a fast-moving environment and juggle multiple, competing tasks, able to lift 25 pounds. 

 

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Weather: Indoors - environmentally controlled; requires most or all work to be done inside.

Noise level: The noise level in the work environment is usually that of a standard office atmosphere.

Description of environment: Office building with standard office environment.

Physical requirements:  Employee is required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands/fingers to handle or feel, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk/hear, see, taste/smell, and carry weight/lift.

Travel: Up to 10% of the time. Employee may travel throughout Alaska and/or to remote locations and may be required to use alternative modes of transportation, including but not limited to snow machines, boats, small airplanes, and ATVs.

 

Competencies

• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact professionally with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving & Initiative: Resourceful, curious, and proactive in asking questions, learning new tasks, and contributing ideas.
• Organization & Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines in a professional environment.
• Adaptability: Willingness to support different departments, pivot between varied tasks, and adjust to changing business needs.
• Professional Integrity: High level of discretion and ethical standards when handling confidential, proprietary, or sensitive corporate information.

Cultural Alignment

• Inupiat Ilitqusiat Values: Alignment with and respect for NANA’s core values, culture, and commitment to serving Shareholders and communities.