Internship Program

The Chickasaw Nation Internship Program prepares students to become strong, knowledgeable leaders through collaborative relationships with local, state and national organizations and businesses.

Applicants must be a Chickasaw citizen between the ages of 18 and 25 and be a full-time college student.

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Eligibility

Chickasaw citizen
18 to 25-years-old
Full-time college student (sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student when submitting application)
Cannot be dually enrolled in high school/college at the time of submitting the application
Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher

* Unpaid internship opportunities may be available for students who do not meet these qualifications.

You Provide

Internship program application
Valid driver's license
Professional resume with three references
Copy of latest college transcript (students must be in good standing)
Two letters of recommendation
Essay
Complete a survey upon completion of internship

Application

Internship Program

Required Forms and Documents

Internship Program Application

Contact

Phone:

(580) 272-1286

Fax:

(580) 436-7222

Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 1548, Ada, Oklahoma 74821

Events

No upcoming events.

Program Details

College-aged Chickasaw students can learn how to become effective ambassadors and real-world problem solvers through this career preparation program.

The internship program prepares students to become strong, knowledgeable leaders through collaborative relationships with local, state and national organizations and businesses. Participants receive opportunities to build bridges, one relationship at a time, in an effort to address issues facing the Chickasaw Nation.

During a six to 10-week internship eligible interns receive bi-weekly pay and are provided housing accommodations. Travel expenses may be covered for eligible participants living outside the job location area.

Applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria for compensation will be able to participate to gain valuable, professional experience without compensation. Eligibility criteria is listed below.

Internships opportunities are provided based on students major and/or minor through the Chickasaw Nation and partnering external organizations.

Locations

Department of Culture and Humanities

Ada, Oklahoma 74820

Internship Program

Chickasaw Nation Residents, Chickasaws At‑large

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Eligibility

You Provide

Application

Required Forms and Documents

Contact

Events

Program Details

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