Job Code: 39-9032
Salary: $16.26hr
Status: Non-Exempt, Term: (May – August 2026)
Department: Education
Location: Based on placement
Reports To: Based on placement
Telecommute: No
Fleet: Based on placement
Mandated Reporter: Based on placement
Background: Based on placement
Summary: Career interns will be placed in various departments within the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. Interns will be under the supervision of departments requesting interns and the Career Intern Coordinator.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Job placements will vary upon request from departments seeking Career Interns and availability
- Attend program orientation
- Assist supervisors with job specific duties
- Adhere to Tribal and Departmental policies
- Must be able to work independently and in a team environment
Mandated Reporter: Based on placement, candidate must become a mandated reporter prior to having contact with children in a job-related capacity and maintain that status throughout employment. This includes completing any necessary training and adhering to all reporting obligations as defined by applicable laws and tribal policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities: There are no supervisor requirements for this position.
Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the sensitive nature of information obtained, must maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
Education and/or Experience:
- Must be enrolled in a post-secondary program for the 2026-2027 academic year.
- Must be age 24 and under.
Other Skills and Abilities:
- Willingness to learn, participate, and ask questions.
- Ability to communicate respectfully with supervisors and team members.
- Basic computer skills (e.g., email, Word, or similar programs).
- Interest in developing workplace skills such as teamwork, time management, and professionalism.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Based on placement, may need to maintain a valid driver’s license in accordance with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Fleet Policy.
The successful candidate must pass a drug test and background check prior to employment.
Application Requirements: As part of the application process, applicants are required to complete a questionnaire to help us understand their interests, skills, and career goals. This information is used to support internship matching; however, placement in a preferred field is not guaranteed and will depend on available opportunities. Applicants are encouraged to remain open to related placements, as all experiences are designed to build transferable workplace skills. There are no right or wrong answers. Please respond honestly.
Questionnaire Link: Career Intern Questionnaire – Fill out form
Applicants must submit letter of interest, resume, and supporting documents (certificates, degrees, licenses). Applicants that are eligible for native preference must include Tribal Identification Card, Status Card or letter to be eligible for Native Preference. All submissions can be emailed to human.resources@srmt-nsn.gov or by mail to Human Resources, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Way, Akwesasne, NY 13655. Due to our network security, we are unable to open hyperlinks. Applicants will need to attach their documents as a PDF or WORD files if emailing. Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the qualification requirements on their resume.
NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the policy of nondiscrimination based on race, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, physical disability, veteran status or any other non-job-related factor. Among qualified applicants, the SRMT will give preference to the qualified native applicant.
DRUG TESTING POLICY
All positions require the successful candidate to pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.
BACKGROUND CHECK
Some positions require candidate(s) to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment, used solely for employment related purposes. Depending on the position there maybe multiple background checks.
INTERVIEW
Testing in the applicable skills may be required as part of the interview process.
EMPLOYEE COVID VACCINATION POLICY
Effective July 3, 2023, the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe no longer requires the COVID-19 Vaccination for any positions within the organization, to include Health Services.