Permitting Intern - Kuukpik Corporation

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Kuukpik Corporation was established in 1973 under the provisions of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA). It owns the surface rights to portions of the Colville River Delta, located 50 miles west of Prudhoe Bay.

Kuukpik Corporation successfully negotiated a comprehensive surface-use agreement. This agreement established provisions for education, training, preferences in contracting, employment, and the environment for the village of Nuiqsut.

Kuukpik’s mission is to develop innovative opportunities, partnerships, and leadership to ensure and perpetuate our people’s self-sufficiency, economic growth, and cultural heritage.

WHY JOIN US

At Kuukpik Corporation, we offer our interns more than just work experience. We provide opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and the chance to learn what contributes to the success of a dynamic and innovative company. Join us and be part of a team committed to promoting economic development and sustainability in Nuiqsut and the state of Alaska while gaining valuable experience and skills that will set you up for a successful career.

COMPENSATION

$20.00/hr

LOCATION

Anchorage, AK

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Under the supervision of the Permitting Representatives, the Permitting Intern provides general administrative support to the Lands department. The Permitting Intern position is a work-based learning program that provides on-the-job training alongside experienced staff. The Permitting Intern will support day-to-day operations and assist in other special projects as directed. The Permitting Intern will assist the Kuukpik Land Department with managing ANSCA surface estate and various surface use agreements through regulatory review and advocacy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Regularly review North Slope Borough permits and approvals.
• Review selected draft permit applications and operations plans and provide input/feedback to Kuukpik.
• Review environmental impact statements for selected activities.
• Participate in selected meetings and consultations with the oil industry and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in selected Kuukpik internal meetings
• Provide general administrative support for the department, supporting all land projects and initiatives as directed.
• Maintain lands files, ensuring filing is completed on time following established procedures.
• Assists with coordination of land planning, surveying, and use permits with the corporation's other development activities
• Assists with the activities of permittees, contractors, and lessees to ensure compliance with governmental agency statutes and regulations.
• Learn to identify needed regulatory actions for Kuukpik planned or ongoing activities and operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Maintain confidentiality on all data and information received and learned.
• Good analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written
• Good judgment and initiative
• Good time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Self-motivated

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED
• Interest in geology, natural resources, or ANCSA history
• Basic computer skills
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Adobe
• Valid Drivers License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Prolonged sitting at a desk using a computer.
• Minimal walking and standing.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

• Very little to no travel required

HOW TO APPLY

In lieu of a resume, please submit a brief one-page essay addressing one or more of the following questions.

• What do you know about the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act and Kuukpik Corporation?
• How has your academic background prepared you for this internship?
• What are your career goals, and how will this internship help you achieve them?
• What project did you complete that shows your attention to detail, time management, communication, and analytic skills?
• Tell a story you believe highlights why you should be chosen for this internship role.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT

All decisions pertaining to employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment advertising, recruitment selection, layoff, terminations, training, compensation, benefits, and educational assistance will be executed without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, parenthood, medical condition, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, or any other basis or characteristics prohibited by applicable law.

Kuukpik Corporation, an Inupiat-owned corporation created as a result of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.

Kuukpik Corporation applies a shareholder preference in employment to the maximum extent feasible, as authorized by law.

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