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Graduate Summer Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

Freddie Mac

$15.25 - $20.75/hr

Are you an undergraduate or graduate student looking to kickstart your career? Freddie Mac's University program offers summer internships and full-time opportunities in Accounting, Business ...

Foundation Health, LLC

Outpatient Psychologist

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

$137K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter ... Graduate training and experience should include evaluation and treatment methods with individuals ...

Foundation Health, LLC

Outpatient Psychologist

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

$137K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter ... Graduate training and experience should include evaluation and treatment methods with individuals ...

Foundation Health, LLC

Outpatient Psychologist

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

$137K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter ... Graduate training and experience should include evaluation and treatment methods with individuals ...

University of Pennsylvania

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and ... Collaborates with General Manager to support summer programs and conferences as assigned.

Foundation Health Partners

OMM Physician

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

$280K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter ... Graduate of an approved school of medicine with licensure in state where he/she practices. Board ...

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Pediatric Hospitalist

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

$220 - $290/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter ... Graduate of an approved school of medicine with licensure in state where he/she practices. Board ...

Health Partners

Interventional Cardiologist

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

$10K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter ... Graduate of an approved school of medicine with licensure in state where he/she practices. Board ...

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How much do graduate summer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate summer in Alaska is $17.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.53 and $18.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a graduate summer?

A Graduate Summer job is a temporary position designed for recent graduates or students during the summer months. It typically provides hands-on experience in a professional setting, allowing individuals to develop skills, gain industry insights, and build their resumes. These roles can be found in various sectors, including finance, technology, marketing, and research. Employers often use these positions to identify potential full-time hires for future roles.

What kind of projects or tasks do graduate summer employees typically work on during their placement?

Graduate Summer employees usually participate in a variety of real-world projects that align with their field of study, such as assisting with research, data analysis, process improvement, or operational support tasks. They may work directly with experienced professionals, attend meetings, and contribute to team discussions, offering a hands-on opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a professional setting. The exact nature of tasks can vary depending on the employer and department, but most placements are designed to provide meaningful exposure to the organization's core activities. This structure helps participants develop practical skills and build valuable professional networks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the graduate summer position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Graduate Summer, strong analytical skills, adaptability, and foundational knowledge in your academic discipline are typically required, often supported by ongoing university studies. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, basic data analysis tools, and common project management platforms is beneficial for day-to-day tasks. Initiative, teamwork, and effective communication are essential soft skills that help individuals stand out in these temporary or internship-style roles. These skills are important for quickly adapting to professional environments, contributing to diverse projects, and gaining practical experience that supports future career growth.

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Infographic showing various Graduate Summer job openings in Alaska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 14% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,898 per year, or $17.7 per hour.

Geotechnical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

WSP

Anchorage, AK • On-site

$23.90 - $31.11/hr

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Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

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Job description

This Opportunity

WSP USA hosts hundreds of interns across the United States to gain hands-on, meaningful work experience to enhance their education and professional aptitude. Our interns gain exposure to real projects while working side by side with senior staff. Through our Developing Professionals Network, interns gain mentorship, networking opportunities and lifelong career connections.

Our Earth & Environment Team is seeking a full-time Geotechnical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 to work out of our Anchorage, AK office. This temporary position is seeking individuals currently enrolled in an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program.

This 12-week internship will be part of the WSP Summer Internship Program that is scheduled to start on May 17, 2027. The individual start date of the internship may be flexible.

Your Impact

  • Support a variety of engineering tasks with the goal to develop technical, social, and ethical skills.

  • Learn basic principles of Geotechnical Engineering.

  • Assist with project research, field work, and preliminary design calculations and analysis.

  • Support preparation of final design plans, special provisions, and cost estimates.

  • Assist in collecting and maintaining project documentation.

  • Complete training on assigned tasks.

  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

  • Please note that there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Geotechnical Engineering or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.

  • Must be 18 or older.

  • Demonstrated interest in Geotechnical Engineering, or related field, and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP's work and projects.

  • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.

  • Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.

  • Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.

  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

  • Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited Civil Engineering or related, Masters Degree or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2027 or later.

  • Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $23.90 - $31.11

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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