Jobs and internships

July 15, 2025

This application is for a full-year, permanent position.Fairbanks Youth Soccer Association (FYSA) is seeking a dedicated, energetic, service-oriented individual that is looking to serve their community by supporting our youth and adult sports programs. FYSA is the home of more than 2000 players and is not the only largest soccer program in Fairbanks, but one of the largest in Alaska. We are looking for a part-time-to-full-time individual to serve as a Program Assistant. Please fill-out this form as a part of the application process. Attach a resume that describes your work experience and your qualifications to serve as a program assistant in a youth soccer organization.DESCRIPTIONA Program Assistant provides support in our primary functions of providing soccer and other youth sports related events to the Fairbanks and interior Alaska communities. The role will involve both administrative functions and direct interactions with youth and adult players and families. A background in soccer or youth sports administration is useful but not required. Comfort using computers and online management tools is important. Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills and roles is important. But mostly we want an individual who wants to make a difference for kids and adults in the Fairbanks community.FYSA is very supportive of our staff. We look to not only train our employees to do a great job for us, but to prepare our employees for their next great opportunity. We provide training and leadership experience that transfers outside our industry and we have opportunities for advancement and pay increases within our organization. The position will vary in the number of hours over the year, ranging from approximately 30 hours per week during the fall, winter, and spring to 40 hours per week during late spring and summer. The position requires flexibility in work hours and may require some evenings. There are opportunities for additional paid work within our organization. Position range is $16-18/hour based on experience. Please email director@fairbanksyouthsoccer.com with any questions. 

July 14, 2025

The Training Coordinator, as part of the Training Department, is responsible for improving the productivity of the organization's employees. Primarily, this position supports the learning and development of employees by assisting with the creation and management of training modules and employee compliance. Secondarily, this position will assist the Training Department in the creation of asynchronous training materials.      DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESAssign, update, and report on training materials to employees’ company wide.Using the Learning Management System (LMS), assist with accuracy of training materials including but not limited to completion and accuracy of electronic training records and employee transcripts. Research and correct issues relating to LMS content and course completion.Support the development and maintenance of new employee training as well as job specific training for all departments of the organization.Create and maintain training and process documentation stored in the LMS and knowledge repositoriesAudit and support employees with their transcripts and other related learning activities.Track training completion; provide management reports to support coordination and completion of overdue training.Maintain knowledge of MTA’s policies and procedures, and business unit functions to support organizational learning and development.Assist department in ensuring company/employee compliance with federal and state regulations in reference to trainings and certifications.Schedule, coordinate, and support general and technical classroom trainings.Create and develop new training materials to reflect updated course content while increasing team member engagement.Perform other duties as assigned.MTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MTA offers competitive compensation, health insurance, 401(k) plan, annual leave, and more. A complete job description is available upon request. 

July 11, 2025

 Native Village of Eklutna (NVE) is seeking qualified applicants for the following position: Title: Part-time Environmental TechnicianDepartment: Land and EnvironmentReports to: Land and Environment Director or designee  Wage: $22.00/hour, 8 to 16 hours per week, up to 13 weeksDuration: Mid-August 2025 – November2025Applicant Deadline: July 31st, 2025, by midnight  Position Summary: The Native Village of Eklutna (NVE) is seeking a part-time Environmental Technician to assist the Land and Environment Department with habitat and salmon surveys along the Eklutna River. This position involves a combination of fieldwork and data management, including minnow trapping, DNA collection, water quality and temperature testing from the river to the inlet mouth, and salmon spawning surveys during seasonal runs. The role is physically demanding, requiring walking up to 8 miles per day, wading in fast-moving water to collect habitat data and count fish, and carrying equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Fieldwork will be conducted in bear and moose habitat, with exposure to biting insects and varying weather conditions. Most work will occur during normal daylight hours and may involve the use of UTVs for site access. The technician will work closely with NVE Land and Environment staff and must strictly adhere to all safety protocols. This is a part-time, seasonal position limited to a maximum of 250 hours. For questions or to apply, please contact nvelez@eklutna.org. Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of aquatic ecosystems and fish identification or willingness to learnPhysically able to perform the duties as required Wilderness experience preferred, especially bear safety.High school diploma or equivalent; college education preferredKnowledge of Tribal and Traditional customs preferred.Applicants must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.Must be personable, friendly and dependable.Must be able to operate an UTVMust be able to work individually and as a member of a team.Must be able to prioritize and balance multiple tasks.Excellent oral and written communication, and computer skills are required such as word, excel.Must be 18 or older to apply.Workplace EnvironmentPlace of employment to be located at 26339 Eklutna Village Road, Chugiak, Alaska 99567, and in the field. Work hours will vary depending on the duties of the job. Office hours are 9am-5pm M-F. Occasional longer workdays may be needed.REQUIRED: All applicants who will be working with Native families and children must pass a State of Alaska and Federal Criminal background check and possess a valid Alaska Driver’s license with a good driving record and proof of insurance upon hire. A State of Alaska Interested Persons background check will be required at the time of hire.NATIVE PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of1975 (PL 93-638) and as further guided by NVE’s Native Preference Policy 6.120, NVE maintains preference in all phases of employment for Alaska Native, American Indian (AN/AI) and Native Hawaiian people, including direct lineal descendants and foster or traditionally adopted children. Also included are non- Native head of household members for Native families, which includes foster or traditionally adopted Native children. HOW TO APPLY:Please send resume, cover letter, and contact information of three references to nvelez@eklutna.org or mail/in person to: Attn: NVE Land and Environment Department, 26339 Eklutna Village Road, Chugiak, AK 99567