Greenhouse & Marketing Intern (HIA) - Summer 2026

Job Title: Greenhouse and Marketing Intern

Location: Hoonah, AK

Job Summary:
As the Greenhouse and Marketing Intern, you will have dynamic learning experiences focused on practical greenhouse management, leadership, teamwork, and community engagement. You’ll gain hands-on experience in operating a hydroponic greenhouse, including planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops. You will also play a pivotal role in coordinating weekly farmers markets, handling setup, marketing, and sales of fresh produce in the Hoonah community.

Through this opportunity, you will develop a deeper understanding of food security initiatives, strengthen your managerial and independent work skills, and engage meaningfully with cultural and community-oriented projects.

Bunkhouse housing will be available for the intern. 

Duties/Responsibilities:
•    Assist with planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops in a hydroponic greenhouse and community garden.
•    Organize and manage the setup, operation, and breakdown of weekly farmers markets in Hoonah.
•    Promote the market through marketing efforts such as social media, flyers, and community outreach.
•    Work independently and collaboratively to meet greenhouse and market goals.
•    Interact with the Hoonah community to foster relationships and raise awareness about food security initiatives.
•    Perform other duties as assigned. 

Possible Projects:
•    Coordinate and lead community events in Greenhouse
•    Create informational resources for the community about hydroponics 
•    Lead a social media campaign 
•    Create an educational video
•    Build a story map of the greenhouse
•    Research, write, and apply for a grant to fund additional greenhouse positions

Required Skills/Abilities: 
•    Attention to detail
•    Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
•    Organization and research skills
•    Able to both collaborate with a team and work independently
•    Ability to meet deadlines
•    Strong written and verbal communication skills
•    Must be a Sealaska shareholder, descendant of a shareholder, or spouse of a shareholder
•    Legally authorized to work in the United States
•    Ability to travel as needed

Education and Experience: 
•    Must 18 years old at time of hire
•    At least 2.5 GPA
•    Must be currently enrolled in post-secondary school/program or a recent graduate (1-2 years) 
•    Legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred:
•    Gardening experience
•    Storytelling and social media experience
•    Strong critical thinking and research skills
•    Self-starter with ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment
•    Valid Driver’s license

Application Process:
•    Complete online application at Sealaska.com/careers by January 11, 2026.  
•    Submit a resume and recent transcript (unofficial) with online application. 
•    You may be asked to provide proof of your status as a Sealaska shareholder, shareholder descendant, or shareholder spouse.
•    You must successfully complete a background check prior to onboarding at Sealaska. 

About Sealaska Intern Program 
The Sealaska intern program exists to uplift Sealaska shareholders and their descendants pursuing post-secondary education with meaningful career experience, learning opportunities, and a supportive community. Interns explore career interests, grow professional skills, and connect with the unique and vibrant cultures of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian people. You will spend the summer with peers who share an Alaska Native heritage, learning from each other and building a community as you venture into your careers. Learn more at sealaska.com/careers/summer-internships.

Working Conditions:
The physical and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: 
•    Must be able to perform computer-based tasks and processing for up to 8 hours, including sitting or standing, mousing, interacting with information on a computer monitor.
•    Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 25 pounds regularly.
•    Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 
•    Bending or standing as necessary.

Work Environment: 
•    While performing the duties of this job, the employee will primarily work in an office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.
•    Additionally, the employee will work in the greenhouse and community garden, which also has a minimal noise level.
•    During certain times (2x weekly), the employee may also work in the market, which can become noisy, particularly with increased tourist activity.

This description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to accurately reflect the activities and requirements of the position, but duties may be added, deleted, or modified, as necessary. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.