OPERATIONS INTERN

Job Description

OPERATIONS INTERN

Reports to: Senior Enterprise Project Manager

Status: Temporary/Seasonal, Full-time or Part-time, Exempt

Location: Anchorage, AK

Job Summary:

Aleut is seeking a creative and motivated Operations Intern to support our operations & project management teams and initiatives. This 10-week summer internship, starting on or around June 1, 2026, will provide hands-on experience in various business functions, specifically focusing on marketing, communications, and digital projects, all within a professional work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively uphold and embody the mission, values, and strategic goals of Aleut.
• Prepare and deliver a comprehensive learning summary presentation to Aleut management at the conclusion of the internship.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams on special projects as assigned.
• Contribute positively and professionally as a team member in a corporate setting.
• Provide support for project planning, tracking progress, and maintaining thorough documentation.
• Assist in analyzing existing operational processes and propose actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare various reports, presentations, and essential meeting materials.
• Engage in a goal-setting process with the direct supervisor to define clear learning objectives for the internship duration.
• Observe and actively assist with department programs, services, research activities, and other assigned tasks.
• Attend relevant meetings and training sessions to acquire knowledge and develop skills pertinent to the department’s functions.
• Organize and contribute to the implementation of strategies for various special projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support department operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Communication Expertise: Possess excellent oral and written communication skills, including proficiency in speech writing, proper grammar, spelling, editing, and proofreading.
• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrate good interpersonal and public contact skills, with the ability to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff within Aleut and its affiliated companies; consistently exhibit a professional manner in interactions.
• Organizational & Problem-Solving: Exhibit good organizational skills, the ability to solve problems efficiently, and exercise sound judgment.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in using Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Currently enrolled in a continuing education program, such as a degree, vocational, or certification program.
• Must be an Aleut Corporation Shareholder and/or descendent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Junior undergraduate, Senior undergraduate, or Graduate student.
• Strong interest in business operations, business management, or project management.

Preference Statement:

The Aleut Corporation (“Aleut”) is committed to providing employment and development opportunities for our shareholders and descendants. Aleut shall make employment selections first based on qualifications for the position. Preference shall then be given to eligible and qualified TAC shareholders and descendants in accordance with the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, 43 U.S.C. 1601 et seq., and other applicable laws.

Aleut is an equal opportunity employer. Aleut shall select, train, and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant work factors such as work quality, attitude, education, and experience, so as not to discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, age, status as a disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Vietnam veteran, and all other eligible veterans, or other classifications protected by applicable law.