Summer Internship Program (SIP)

Summer Internship Program (SIP)

Organization: First Alaskans Institute (FAI)

Program Purpose: Places Alaska Native, American Indian, rural community members and students into organizations around Alaska to provide leadership growth, employment experience, and exploration.

Program Goals

The program is designed to help those who show a high level of community leadership and commitment to:
• Prepare for their careers
• Further or advance their education or training
• Engage in professional opportunities that strengthen their ability to serve and advance the Alaska Native community

Priority Areas

Throughout the program, interns will examine priorities that benefit the Alaska Native family:
• Advancing Self Determination
• Advancing Our Ways of Life
• Funding and Supporting Indigenous Language and Culture
• Contributing and Sharing Knowledge to Inform Alaska's Future
• Building Relationships Through Compassion and Unity

Geographic Scope

Alaska-wide. Since 2004, FAI has placed 401 interns in over 110 different partner organizations in 26 communities across Alaska. Interns have the option to help establish partnerships with new employers if current options are not relevant, especially where it will allow them to return to their home village or region.

Eligibility

• Alaska Native, American Indian, or rural community members and students
• Must demonstrate high level of community leadership and commitment

Contact Information

Jitshla Tobitha Woods
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 907-677-1701

FAI Main Office

Phone: +1-907-677-1709

Email: [email protected]

Address: 2525 C St., Suite 400, Anchorage, AK 99503, United States