Internship Program – Various Departments

Job Description

Intern | Goldbelt, Incorporated

The Tone:
This is an internship opportunity with Goldbelt, Incorporated, an Alaska Native Corporation headquartered in Juneau, Alaska, with a shared service center model based in Herndon, Virginia. Goldbelt operates as a fast-growing “forever” company, managing over 30 subsidiaries with a core mission to positively impact the lives of more than 4,200 Alaska Native shareholders. This role allows college students and recent graduates to develop valuable industry skills and explore diverse career opportunities within Goldbelt’s various companies. Through this program, interns contribute to Goldbelt’s commitment to professional growth and supporting its community of shareholders, reflecting the company’s focus on gold standard customer service and rewarding dedication.

The TL;DR
• Role: Paid Internship
• Type: Full-time, Temporary
• Location: In-person Juneau, AK

• Mission: To empower college students and recent graduates, particularly Goldbelt shareholders and descendants, with paid training and hands-on work-study experience, fostering industry skill development and career exploration within Goldbelt’s diverse business functions.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Engage in a structured, paid training and work-study program to gain a comprehensive overview of business functions within a for-profit corporate environment.
• Develop practical industry skills and explore potential career paths across various departments, including business development, accounting, human resources, information technology, communications, and shareholder services.
• Cultivate professional networking skills by collaborating with other Alaska Native organizations.
• Participate in a range of workshops and training sessions designed to enhance career development, covering topics like resume writing, interview techniques, and benefits review.
• Broaden cultural knowledge and understanding through participation in workshops focused on Tlingit culture, heritage, and Alaska Native art.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level candidate working towards or recently completed an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or graduate degree from an accredited university, maintaining a minimum 2.0 GPA for undergraduates or 3.0 GPA for graduates. Must be a voting shareholder of Goldbelt, Inc. or a lineal descendant.
• Experience: Prior experience working with customers in a service-oriented field.
• Skills: Excellent customer service; effective oral and written communication; basic business understanding; ability to follow directions and company policies; professional demeanor.