Akima LLC and its Emerging Markets Group (EMG) business unit is seeking a Summer Intern to assist with its business operations & growth teams for various project planning and coordination needs. EMG is one of Akima Business Units responsible for providing cutting edge technical capabilities to the U.S. Federal Government to improve national security and end-user experience of the Government’s services. Examples of EMG’s services include Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Analytics, and Cloud Computing.

The summer intern will have an opportunity to support EMG’s various initiatives to improve business operations and accelerate growth. This individual gain practical experience working on challenging, meaningful projects while interfacing with many levels of management across Akima’s operating companies and departments. Microsoft (MS) Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), MS Teams (Chat/collaboration), and SharePoint are examples of the main tools that will be used daily. Training will be provided for tools, processes, or any specific knowledge required to perform the required tasks.

Undergraduate or graduate students pursuing degrees in any academic disciplines with strong interest or desire to learn about federal contracting business is encouraged to apply.

NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must be a NANA Shareholder and own stock in “NANA Regional Corporation, Inc.” and/or direct descendant of a NANA Shareholder. You must currently be enrolled in college or technical/vocational school

• Helps launch new business initiatives and provide support from planning to completion
• Assists in development of reports and documents to business operations and growth activities to include editing, formatting, and reviewing document drafts
• Conducts research and analysis of topics related to EMG’s business interests as requested
• Performs data collection, maintenance of the files, and routine reporting using MS Office Suite
• Performs change management of existing EMG documentations in MS SharePoint
• Facilitates communication with various stakeholders via email and in-person/virtual meetings
• Attends and participates in in routine and ad-hoc business meetings, training, team events, briefs, and other meetings, and compile/distribute meetings notes as requested
• Prepares presentations and give briefs to varying audience

• Must be a NANA Shareholder and own stock in “NANA Regional Corporation, Inc.” and/or direct descendant of a NANA Shareholder
• Undergraduate or graduate student
• Desire to gain exposure/learn about business operations in federal environment
• Basic to Intermediate knowledge of the MS Office Suite (i.e., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability and willingness to work with a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Ability and willingness to work in a fast-faced, deadline driven environment

Intern Benefits:

• Compensation: depends on class level or experience
• Roundtrip airfare provided
• Housing
• Food allowance
• If you have questions please contact Mamie Karmun, Director, Shareholder Programs at mamie.karmunakima.com

Work Where it Matters

Akima is not just another global enterprise and federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Akima, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, Akima provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, Akima delivers agile solutions in the core areas of facilities, maintenance, and repair; information technology; logistics; protective services; systems engineering; mission support; furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E); and construction.

As an Akima employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.