In the Field
We Want You!

Paid internships are available through Alyeska’s Alaska Native Program. Every year, interns who are from Alaska or who are attending the University of Alaska are hired by managers and supervisors at Alyeska. This year, 15 interns from UAA, UAF, and Alaskans returning from out of state, were placed in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Valdez and at Pump Station 6. Varying backgrounds and academic disciplines means interns are placed in departments that compliment their specific area of study.

According to Dan Eckman, the Alaskan Native Program Coordinator, internships are 12 weeks, from the end of May to the end of August. Interested applicants are required to submit an application along with college transcripts and letters of reference. After the first screening, applicants are interviewed by phone or in person. In 2006, there were 60 applicants and 15 were selected. Most students are sophomores or juniors, so it is not uncommon for them to intern more than one summer.

Bonnie Jo Savland, Alaska Native Program Manager, says the 2007 program will be even better as the recruiting will be year round with the emphasis on seasonal breaks where students returning from school can work during the winter and summer holidays. Starting in November, application packets for 2007 will be available online for a total of 22 intern positions.  Twelve positions are focused on Alaska Native candidates and 10 will have a focus on women and minorities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply (www.alyeska-pipe.com). For additional information or questions call Dan Eckman, Alaska Native Program Coordinator (787-8667), or Bonnie Jo Savland, Alaska Native Program Manager (787-8379).