What are the responsibilities and job description for the CIRI Internship Program position at Cook Inlet Region, Inc.?
Cook Inlet Region, Inc is seeking an Intern to join our team. This position is based in Anchorage, AK. CIRI's Anchorage office is conveniently located in mid-town Anchorage at the Fireweed Business Center, a modern building that represents CIRI’s cultural diversity, respect for the land, and sustainability. The Fireweed Business Center reflects our heritage in the displayed Alaska Native art and interior design.
A cover letter is required and must include your top three intern interests, what you hope to gain from the experience, how this opportunity will benefit you in the future, and why you should be selected.
CIRI only accepts applications through our online career page at https://www.ciri.com/careers/jobs/
General Function
Through a temporary internship, gain professional work experience by applying education in a practical work setting in a focused area of interest.
Major Activities (Typical Duties/Responsibilities)
A cover letter is required and must include your top three intern interests, what you hope to gain from the experience, how this opportunity will benefit you in the future, and why you should be selected.
CIRI only accepts applications through our online career page at https://www.ciri.com/careers/jobs/
General Function
Through a temporary internship, gain professional work experience by applying education in a practical work setting in a focused area of interest.
Major Activities (Typical Duties/Responsibilities)
- Provide administrative support to department staff as required.
- Identify and participate in a goal-setting process to determine learning objectives.
- Observe and assist with department programs, services, research, and other tasks.
- Attend meetings and trainings as appropriate to acquire knowledge and skills within the department.
- Organize and assist in implementing strategies for special projects.
- Prepare project reports and progress summaries on assignments.
- Complete a learning summary presentation to be presented to CIRI management upon completion of internship.
- Understand CIRI’s mission, vision and strategic focus areas and incorporate knowledge into daily activities.
- Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to effectively present information and respond effectively and sensitively to questions from staff of CIRI and its subsidiaries.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff, affiliated-company employees as well as outside business associates; exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others.
- Superior organizational, follow-up, and detail-oriented skills.
- Work independently as well as on a team and with minimal supervision.
- Work well under pressure and independently prioritize workload, while working on multiple projects.
- Proficient using Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and industry-standard computer software and databases.
- High degree of sensitivity regarding confidential information.
- Sufficient fine motor skills for use of computers, calculators with an ability to withstand repetitive keyboarding for extended periods of time.
- Visual and communication ability adequate to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Ability to kneel, bend and twist at the waist on an occasional basis.
- Ability to walk and/or stand on hard surfaces for extended periods of time.
- Ability to reach at, above and below shoulder height with regular frequency.
- Ability to push, pull, carry and lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds on a regular basis, and greater weights on an occasional basis.
- Enrolled in an associate's or bachelor's degree program; OR recently graduated from an associate's or bachelor's degree program; OR enrolled or recently graduated from an applicable vocational training program.
- Must have a GPA of 2.0 or above.
- Must be a CIRI Shareholder and/or Descendant.
- Ability to pass a background check.
