Internships
CIRI’s internship program for Shareholders and confirmed Descendants is intended to support those entering the workforce. The program creates opportunities for students and recent graduates to directly apply their education in a practical work setting while gaining excellent experience and insight into CIRI’s culture and businesses. CIRI Interns will be provided development and mentorship opportunities in a variety of career fields.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a CIRI Shareholder or Descendant
- GPA of 2.0 or above
- Enrolled in or recently graduated from a two- or four-year degree program, OR;
- Enrolled in or recently graduated from a vocational program that is relevant to position applied
Why choose an internship with CIRI?
- Connect with your Alaska Native heritage through cultural workshops
- Paid internship from approximately June through August
- In addition to an hourly wage, interns are eligible for a $500/month pro-rated living stipend
- Build a network of professional contacts
- Prepare for the transition from student to working professional
- Exposure to careers you may not have previously considered
- Gain valuable experience for your resume
How to Apply
- The application period opens in February. Applications for the summer 2025 program must be received by Friday, April 25.
- Visit the Careers Page to apply.
- Positions vary each year.
- Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter explaining their interest and how their education and career goals align with the area/department where they hope to gain work experience.
- For questions, please email shareholderprograms@ciri.com.
2025 Intern Position Opportunities
Mergers, Acquisitions and Ventures
The M&A/Ventures intern will gain exposure to the strategic investment process across mergers, acquisitions and venture capital, and will work on a project directly related to these areas. The ideal candidate is someone in his/her third or fourth year of a business, finance or economics-related bachelor’s degree program or seeking a master’s degree in a related field (MSF/MBA).
Shareholder + Descendant Programs
The Shareholder + Descendant Programs intern will contribute to behind-the-scenes planning for all programs, including CIRI’s art contest, summer internship program, virtual mentoring program and more. S/he will also contribute creatively to weaving culture throughout all programs and help create content that promotes CIRI’s programs.
Accounting
The accounting intern will gain exposure to the basic functions of the Accounting Department and work on a project related to CIRI’s ANCSA Section 7(i) agreement. The ideal candidate is someone in his/her third or fourth year of an accounting-related bachelor’s degree program or seeking a master’s degree in finance.
Human Resources
An intern in the Human Resources Department will have the opportunity to learn about basic human resources functions, including recruitment, employee engagement, training and development, benefits and more.
Information Technology (IT)
The IT intern will gain a basic understanding of corporate IT practices and explore their interest in them, gaining practical experience and advancing their problem-solving and communication skills. Primary responsibilities will include scripting and automation projects, troubleshooting, workstation moves/changes and cybersecurity.
North Wind Group (multiple locations)
CIRI subsidiary North Wind Group has internship opportunities available in various U.S. locations in accounting, business management, finance, IT and engineering, including civil, mechanical, electrical and BIM modeler.
Lands
The land intern will assist with GIS mapping, spatial data management, and data entry tasks, providing hands-on experience in geospatial analysis to help effectively manage CIRI lands. This internship is an excellent opportunity for college students pursuing a degree in geography, environmental science, urban planning, computer science, or a related field to gain practical experience in GIS and data processing while contributing to meaningful projects that support land use planning.
