Are you interested in spending a summer working in Alaska?

The student summer employment program at Hope Community Resources, Inc. (Hope) is designed to give students an opportunity to work directly with persons experiencing a developmental disability. This experience has proven invaluable to students pursuing occupations in a number of fields including anthropology, psychology, human resources, social care and recreation. After living and working with individuals who experience a developmental disability, people find that their perspective on life is irrevocably altered. This experience has given many students insight that has allowed them, in their professional lives, to deliver services to this population with a much greater degree of efficacy and success.

Link to Student Manual

Hope has one student summer employment position available for

Domestic Students is that of Practicum Inclusion Specialist(40 hr, Non Benefit Eligible)

International Students the primary position would be Individual Support Specialist (schedule varies)

What are the requirements and how do I apply?

If you are a U.S. citizen or an international student who will be working under a practical experience visa sponsored by your current university, please see Hope's standard application process and job requirements by clicking here. (Be sure to ask about summer student housing!)

If you are not a U.S. citizen and are not enrolled in an American university, please see Int'l Summer Work Opportunities.

How do I learn more about Alaska?

Alaska is a land of cultural diversity, centuries-old traditions, innovation, progressive visions and excellent recreation. It is the land of Denali, the midnight sun, and the northern lights. Henry Gannett, one time President of the National Geographic Society said,

"There is one word of advice and caution to be given those intending to visit Alaska for pleasure. If you are old, go by all means. But if you are young, wait. The scenery of Alaska is much grander than anything else of the kind in the world and it is not well to dull one's capacity for enjoyment by seeing the finest first."

The following sites may also prove interesting to you:

- www.360alaska.com
- www.travelalaska.com
- www.state.ak.us