Category Archives: Jobs

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

If you’re a member of your school’s student council, you could represent Alaska at the United States Senate Youth Program. It’s is a unique educational experience for students interested in pursuing careers in public service.

Two student leaders from each state will spend a week in Washington, D.C., experiencing their national government in action. Student delegates will hear major policy addresses by Senators, cabinet members, officials from the Departments of State and Defense and directors of other federal agencies, as well as participate in a meeting with a Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.

Each delegate will also be awarded a $5,000 College Scholarship for undergraduate studies.

For more information on how to apply, visit http://www.ussenateyouth.org/.

The deadline to apply is November 5.

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Interested in learning about campaigns and the political process? Apply to be an intern with the Democratic Party. Work alongside field organizers and learn skills in recruiting, training and maintaining a volunteer base that will educate, register and turn out voters on Election Day. Class credit can be made available.

If you’d like to apply, contact Christian Duffy at christian@akvictory14.com or call 907-602-2865.

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Don’t miss the Youth Job and
Volunteer Opportunity Fair Thursday, April 10, from noon-4 p.m. at the Anchorage Muldoon Job
Center.

This event provides an opportunity for young Alaskans to connect with employers.

With more than 50 booths, the fair will focus on current and summer jobs, apprenticeship, volunteer and
internship opportunities, and educational programs in all industries for youth and young adults from 14-
24.

For more informaiton, visit http://labor.state.ak.us/news/2014/news14-14.pdf

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Looking for a meaningful outdoor adventure for the summer? The Alaska Service Corps is currently recruiting Youth Crew Members, and positions are already beginning to fill up fast! If you are between the ages of 17 and 20, check out their website and call or e-mail for an application packet! http://www.servealaska.org/current-openings/asc/

Benefits of this AmeriCorps position include a $900/month living stipend, and, upon successful completion of the program, a $1,468 Segal Educational Award from AmeriCorps.

For more information:
907-790-6405
admin@servealaska.org

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Are you interested in working outdoors this summer? Apply to be an intern with the Chugach National Forest!

The Forest Service is hiring motivated, energetic interns to complete a variety of tasks this summer related to visitor services, minerals, wildlife, ecology, trails and much more! The placements range from accessible front country work, to remote backcountry and wilderness-related tasks.

These internships will give you valuable experiences working alongside Forest Service professionals and learning new skills – plus, you’ll get to see amazingly beautiful places across the Chugach.

Travel funds and housing are likely available for out-of-Anchorage residents. Stipends may be available. For more details and information about how to apply, visit http://www.chugachchildrensforest.org/2014-summer-internships

Apply by March 15!

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Alaska Job Corps Center is seeking Anchorage and Mat-Su applicants interested in office administration, accounting services and facilities maintenance. Receive the skills needed to succeed in today’s workforce – at no cost to you or your family!
For more information, visit alaska.jobcorps.gov/or contact admissions@alaskajobcorps.com

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Make the most of next week’s conference day and head to the City-Wide Career & Job fair Thursday, Feb. 13 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the UAA Student Union.

Dress to impress and get information on full-time or part-time professional employment, internship, and seasonal positions from more than 80 companies.

Don’t forget to bring copies of your resume!

For more information, visit http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/careerservices/city_wide_fair.cfm

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Que Pasa? – Anchorage

Extra! Extra! Calling all youth journalists, the Alaska Press Club is now accepting applications for their 2014 Journalism Fellows program. Their site offers links to past projects and the application deadline is Feb. 24, 2014 by 11:45 p.m. Work with an experienced Alaskan journalist in the area of your choice – print, online, radio, TV, etc.!