CBPP Internship and Employment Newsletter

CBPP Internship and Employment Newsletter

Welcome to the CBPP Internship and Employment Newsletter!

June 2025 Edition

Our goal is to keep you informed about valuable internship and job opportunities shared with our college by community partners and stakeholders.

馃攷 In This Issue:

Internship and Job Opportunities

  • 1. Relationship Manager Intern 鈥� Pinnacle Payments Inc.

    馃搷 Remote (Work Conducted at Bank Branches & Client Sites) &苍产蝉辫;馃搯 Available Immediately (Full-Time, No Set End Date)

    Pinnacle Payments Inc., a full-service payments provider based in Alaska, is offering a Relationship Manager 鈥� Payment Processing internship for driven individuals seeking real-world experience in electronic commerce solutions. In partnership with a local financial institution, this internship provides hands-on opportunities to engage directly with prospective clients, identify pain points, and deliver customized payment processing solutions. Work is conducted remotely with visits to bank branches and client sites, requiring a full-time schedule (Monday鈥揊riday, 8 AM鈥�5 PM) . Interns benefit from strategic, one-on-one coaching with seasoned industry professionals and gain valuable client-facing and sales experience. This paid opportunity offers a salary DOE plus uncapped monthly commissions and may lead to long-term placement.

    To learn more or apply, contact Heather Burton at heather@pinnaclepayments.com.

  • 2. Executive Director (Contractor) 鈥� Anchorage Estate Planning Council

    馃搷 Anchorage, AK (Remote / Part-Time) &苍产蝉辫;馃搯 2025鈥�2026 Season

    The Anchorage Estate Planning Council (AEPC) is hiring a part-time Executive Director for the 2025鈥�2026 season. This contractor role offers a stipend of $2,000 and provides a unique opportunity to explore the financial services and estate planning industries while developing professional connections. The Executive Director will manage AEPC鈥檚 day-to-day operations, including membership communications, website and Google Drive maintenance, monthly luncheon coordination, board meeting support, and event promotion through online platforms. This role is ideal for individuals who are highly organized, self-motivated, and interested in the legal, financial, or estate planning fields.

    To learn more or apply, contact Connor Michael at Connor@apcm.net.

馃 Internship & Employment Tips

  • Set Clear Goals
    Before your internship begins, outline what you hope to learn and achieve. Having goals will help you stay focused and make the most of the experience.

  • Be Professional from Day One
    Dress appropriately, arrive on time, and communicate respectfully鈥攚hether you're in person or remote. First impressions count and set the tone for your internship. 

  • Document Your Achievements
    Keep track of projects, skills learned, and accomplishments. This makes it easier to update your resume and speak confidently about your experience later on.  

  • Ask for Informational Interviews
    Take time to learn from colleagues in other departments. A quick coffee chat or Zoom call can open doors and expand your understanding of the industry.  

  • Stay Organized
    Use a planner or digital tool to keep track of tasks, meetings, and deadlines. Being reliable and organized builds trust with your team.

  • Stay in Touch Post-Internship
    Maintain relationships with mentors and coworkers. A thoughtful message every few months can keep you top of mind for future opportunities. 

馃搮 Upcoming Events

  • CBPP Summer Academies

    馃搯 Monday鈥揟hursday, June 2鈥�12, 2025 | 馃晵 8:30 AM 鈥� 5:00 PM | 馃搷 蘑菇视频 Rasmuson Hall

  • The College of Business and Public Policy is hosting free, full-day Summer Academies for middle and high school students, including 2025 graduates. Explore topics like investing, fraud detection, entrepreneurship, and more. Lunch and snacks provided. Learn more 鉃�

  • National Higher Education Day

    馃搯 Friday, June 6, 2025

  • Flag Day (U.S.)

    馃搯 Saturday, June 14, 2025

  • Father鈥檚 Day

    馃搯 Sunday, June 15, 2025

  • Juneteenth National Independence Day

    馃搯 Thursday, June 19, 2025

  • Summer Solstice

    馃搯 Saturday, June 21, 2025

  • 2nd Summer Session Begins

    馃搯 Thursday, June 26, 2025

  • Pride Month

    馃搯All Month Long

CBPP Spotlight

Rylee Doan

Meet Rylee Doan, a lifelong Alaskan and our newest member of the College of Business and Public Policy鈥檚 staff! Rylee currently works in the Dean鈥檚 office full time as an administrative assistant and hopes to attend classes at the university next fall.

From having her art displayed locally in the Anchorage Museum to working in the medical industry, she has long been driven by the desire to support and inspire those around her.

Rylee has also studied Japanese for over a decade, both in academic settings and independently. In her free time, she continues to pursue her love of art, especially drawing and digital illustration, and has developed working knowledge of graphic design. She enjoys using these skills to create personal projects and contribute to collaborative ones.

鈥淚 like to think of passions and hobbies as foundational building blocks,鈥� Rylee says. 鈥淲ithout things that drive us or things that inspire us, what stops us from just falling over?鈥�

Her creativity, curiosity and commitment to growth make her a valuable part of the CBPP community.

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