The Internship Program assists individuals from western Alaskan communities to prepare themselves for management careers in the commercial fishing industry. The internships are structured to provide candidates with the opportunity to observe and participate in the work of one or more of the departments of CVRF or an affiliated fishing company.

Internships are structured based on an individual's interest and qualifications.

Interns are given specific work assignments to be accomplished under the direction of their assigned supervisor and other department staff. These assignments are tailored to the level and rate of progress of each individual intern and are designed so as to expand the competency of each intern and to expose the intern to a broad range of work experiences as possible. An intern's performance is reviewed and documented periodically to ensure an on-going focus on communication and development of skills and abilities.

Interns may participate in meetings (via phone or in person) with the consultant to review professional progress, issues related to working in a corporate environment (business etiquette, diversity) and adjustment to city living (budgeting, personal protection, etc.).
Internship periods generally range from 3 to 12 months in duration.
Interns are provided transportation, housing, and an hourly stipend between $5.65 to $10.00 DOE.

Applicants must have:

* Ability to commit to work in the fisheries industry of the Yukon Kuskokwim Delta region of western Alaska at some point following the completion of their internship period(s).

* Completed at least two years of a post-secondary course of study preferably in Associates degree, Bachelors degree, or technical or vocational skill certification and/or licensing program, or three years general work experience in one or more of the following areas: