Youth Engagement Intern (Tlingit & Haida) - Summer 2026

Overview

Assist youth wellness team to develop culturally responsive summer programs in Juneau.

Key Responsibilities

• resume submission
• event setup
• youth activities
• program implementation
• work sample

Tasks

-Submit a resume and recent transcript (unofficial) with online application. -Assist in event set up and break down, including lifting boxes or supplies. -Assist the team in leading activities for youth from grade school to high school. -Support the Tlingit & Haida Youth Wellness & Prevention team in implementation of culturally responsive summer programing. -Submit sample of work (flyer or video) if you have developed one in the past.

Requirements

• youth development
• travel
• lingit
• computer tasks
• gpa 2.5
• sealaska shareholder

What You Bring

-Experience in youth development -Experience supporting youth -Ability to travel as needed -Knowledge of Lingit language and culture -Able to both collaborate with a team and work independently -Ability to meet deadlines -Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. -Must be able to perform computer-based tasks and processing for up to 8 hours, including sitting or standing, mousing, interacting with information on a computer monitor. -Must be currently enrolled in post-secondary school/program or a recent graduate (1-2 years) -Strong written and verbal communication skills -You must successfully complete a background check prior to onboarding at Sealaska. -Self-starter with ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment -Must be a Sealaska shareholder, descendant of a shareholder, or spouse of a shareholder -Organization skills -Walking, hiking and paddling. -Legally authorized to work in the United States -At least a 2.5 GPA -Major in Education, social work, or public health -You may be asked to provide proof of your status as a Sealaska shareholder, shareholder descendant, or shareholder spouse. -Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 25 pounds regularly. -Strong critical thinking and research skills -Must be 18 years old at time of hire

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Benefits

-Receive training in youth development.

About Sealaska

-The company operates across several industries, including natural resources, construction, and government contracting. -The company's history is rooted in the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA), which provided land and business opportunities to Alaska Natives. -Its diverse business portfolio includes energy, marine services, and specialized construction projects. -The company works closely with federal, state, and local government entities to support infrastructure and development. -The company plays a key role in preserving and promoting Native culture while driving sustainable economic growth. -Some of its standout projects include large-scale environmental and construction initiatives in Alaska and beyond.

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Interview Process

-live in-person or virtual interviews; no email/text interviews.

Security Clearance

-must successfully complete a background check prior to onboarding.