Greenhouse & Marketing Intern - SUmmer 2026
Location: Hoonah, AK
Position Type: Full Time
Compensation: $24 per hour
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.
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
• 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.