College Intern 1

State of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Office in Fairbanks

Job summary

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation, is recruiting for a College Intern 1 in Fairbanks, Alaska. The role involves hands-on work with harvest data, wildlife information systems, and field-oriented support to biologists.

Applicants should be enrolled in an undergraduate program, able to commit to about 20 hours per week, and prepared to provide transcripts and references. Training will be provided at the Fairbanks office of ADF&G.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail in data collection and entry.
• Strong customer service mindset for hunter outreach and public interface.
• Clerical tasks include filing, typing, and form completion.

Responsibilities

• Gain proficiency in WinfoNet, the Wildlife Information Network.
• Maintain high-quality standards for harvest data entry and management.
• Assist in coding hunt locations using Uniform Coding Unit (UCU) maps.
• Verify harvest reports by contacting hunters.
• Support Wildlife Technicians with assigned duties and projects.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Clerical

Education

Undergraduate student

Job description

This position is open to all Applicants.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation is recruiting for a College Intern 1 located in Fairbanks, Alaska!

What You Will Be Doing:

• Gain proficiency in WinfoNet, ADF&G’s Wildlife Information Network.
• Maintain high-quality standards for harvest data entry and management.
• Assist in coding hunt locations using Uniform Coding Unit (UCU) maps.
• Verify harvest reports through direct outreach to hunters.
• Support Wildlife Technicians with various assigned duties and projects.

Our Mission, Values and Culture:

Wildlife Conservations mission is to conserve and enhance Alaska’s wildlife and habitats and provide for a wide range of public uses and benefits. This position is defined by our core services that maintain and enhance opportunities to hunt, trap, and view wildlife because it helps to provide people an opportunity to gain knowledge and appreciation for Alaska’s wildlife, its management, and ways to interact with wildlife safely and ethically.

The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverseandinclusiveworkforcewhere safetyandwell-being are paramount,andemployees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably,andtreated respectfully.

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

Gain hands-on experience and grow professionally with the Department of Fish and Game. This internship offers the chance to interface with both hunters and biologists while managing essential harvest data. Your work will directly support the conservation of Alaska’s wildlife and habitats. This position offers a flexible schedule of approximately 20 hours per week.

The Working Environment You Can Expect:

Located at the Fairbanks ADF&G office, this position features a shared workspace overlooking the Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge. While you will primarily work in an office setting, there will be opportunities to assist the public at the front counter, surrounded by Alaska's unique wildlife displays.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Customer Service: Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement.
• Clerical: Knowledge of filing, typing, entering data, maintaining records, taking shorthand, and using and completing forms.

Special Note:

Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in an undergraduate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter).

College Intern

The College Intern position is intended for students currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited post-secondary college in an undergraduate degree program.

In your application, you should:

• Document your GPA, and
• Describe your relevant education and work or volunteer experiences as they pertain to the job description above.
• Provide any other information requested in the job description
• Attach any required documents such as a cover letter

In addition, your application will be reviewed to determine if you possess the experience and strengths we are seeking in an employee.

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours completed. Copies of transcripts will be required at the time of interview.

Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in an undergraduate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter).

Academic transcripts and/or tuition billings may be construed as proof of enrollment.

Appointment and retention in this class series is restricted to students actively pursuing an undergraduate degree program in an accredited college and maintaining an academic load of at least six semester (eight quarter) credit hours per semester (quarter).

Students who have completed spring semester courses and are enrolled in fall semester courses are considered to be attending college during the summer regardless of whether or not summer courses are taken.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:

1. A copy of all college transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable) including showing enrollment in Fall Semester 2026.
2. Contact information for at least two (2) recent references, one work-related and one academic.
3. A most recent performance evaluation, if available.

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Your responses will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Jessica Wagner

Statistical Technician 2

907-459-7272

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