Corporate Contracts Intern (THTBC) - Summer 2026

Job Title: Corporate Contracts Intern

Location: Lynnwood, WA, Colorado Springs, CO, Falls Church, VA or Remote

Job Summary:

Tlingit and Haida Tribal Business, Corporate Contracts department is seeking an interested, personable, and highly motivated intern. The Contracts Department manages cradle-to-grave contract administration for federal programs. The intern will assist the team in developing tools and process improvements to strengthen contract compliance, streamline subcontractor management, and enhance organizational readiness for government audits. This project will provide exposure to federal contracting regulations (FAR/DFARS), subcontract management, and internal compliance practices, while giving the intern a tangible deliverable to present at the conclusion of the internship.
As a Corporate Contracts Intern, you will gain understanding in the fundamentals of federal contracts administration, gain hands-on experience with compliance requirements including FAR, DFARS, SCA/CBA, and develop professional skills in process improvement, data analysis, and project management. If the intern chooses to work remotely in this role, there will be the opportunity to travel for a site visit.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Compliance Tracker Development
• Build and maintain a Contracts Deliverables & Compliance Matrix (e.g., key dates for reports, insurance certificates, subcontract flow downs, wage determinations, etc.).
• Assist in verifying subcontractor records for compliance with SAM.gov, SCA/CBA requirements, and small-business certifications.
• Process Improvement Support
• Update and organize contract files to align with DCAA audit readiness standards.
• Support development of quick-reference guides for various items in the contract department.
• Cost & Pricing Support
• Assist with data collection and preparation for ongoing and upcoming proposals.
• Document historical subcontractor pricing to support negotiation strategies.

Possible Projects/Deliverables:

• Develop a quick reference guide for Federal Acquisition Regulation/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (FAR/DFARS)
• Recommend process improvements identified during the internship.
• Attend select negotiation meetings (with prime contractors, subcontractors, or government customers) to gain real-world exposure.
• Shadow contracts staff through the full lifecycle: proposal → award → modification → closeout.
• Deliver a final presentation with recommendations for process improvements identified during the internship.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Currently enrolled in business management or related degree program
• Interest in learning about government contracting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Comfortable communicating with internal employees and outside vendors

Education and Experience:

• Must be 18 years old at time of hire
• 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 Skills:

• Previous internship or work experience
• Knowledge of information systems
• At least a 2.5 GPA
• Strong critical thinking and research skills
• Self-starter with ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the fundamentals of federal contracts administration.
• Gain hands-on experience with compliance requirements (FAR, DFARS, SBA 8(a), SCA/CBA).
• Develop professional skills in process improvement, data analysis, and project management.
• Deliver a final project output (Contracts Compliance Matrix + recommendations) that benefits the organization beyond the internship.

Application Process:

• Complete online application at Sealaska.com/careers by January 11, 2026 to be considered for the first round of application review.
• 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 accommodations 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.
• Walking, hiking and paddling.

Work Environment:

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.

Review the Benefits associated with this position: https://www.sealaska.com/benefits/
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Hourly Rate: $24.00

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