Work Where it Matters

　　Akima is not just another global enterprise and federal contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

　　At Akima, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

　　For our shareholders , Akima provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

　　For our government customers , Akima delivers agile solutions in the core areas of facilities, maintenance, and repair; information technology; logistics; protective services; systems engineering; mission support; furniture, fixtures & equipment (FF&E); and construction.

　　As an Akima employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

　　Job Summary:

　　This position serves as a member of the Akima, LLC Legal Department working under the supervision of the Senior Corporate Paralegal for Akima, LLC. Provide paralegal support to the Akima, LLC Legal Department.

　　NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must be a NANA Shareholder and own stock in “NANA Regional Corporation, Inc.” You must currently be enrolled in college or technical/vocational school.

　　Job Responsibilities:

　　As a paralegal, support the Legal Department of Akima in the following areas:

　　Corporate Governance:

　　Prepares initial drafts of resolutions for semi-annual Executive Management Committee meetings.

　　Supports preparation of related materials for EMC governing body for multiple operating companies.

　　Attends joint venture management committee meetings to gain an understanding of corporate formalities required to be observed by the limited liability company operating agreement.

　　Supports service of process through CT Corporation.

　　Labor & Employment:

　　Prepares draft responses to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission complaints.

　　Attends training provided by external law firms.

　　M&A Integration:

　　Attends weekly integration meetings if applicable.

　　Attends business reviews related to potential acquisitions.

　　Legal Research:

　　Conducts various legal research on GovCon matters.

　　Researches state-level licensing requirements.

　　Researches best practices related to AI technology.

　　Litigation:

　　Reviews pending litigation including assessment of potential corporate exposure via claims chart.

　　Reviews case filings on various active matters including bid protest decisions, complex litigation motions, etc.

　　Performs E-Discovery functions.

　　Provides support to in-house counsel.

　　Minimum Qualifications:

　　Must be a NANA Shareholder and own stock in “NANA Regional Corporation, Inc.”

　　Must be currently enrolled in college or a technical/vocational school.

　　Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word Excel and PowerPoint.

　　Experience using SharePoint.

　　Desired Qualifications:

　　Highly motivated and a person who enjoys helping others.

　　Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

　　Manage deadlines and multiple tasks.

　　High attention to detail.

　　Good oral and written communication skills or willingness to develop such skills.

　　Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

　　Strong typing and proof-reading ability.

　　Math skills sufficient to prepare Excel spreadsheets as directed by Legal Counsel.

　　Basic knowledge of accounting preferred, but not required.

　　Pay and Benefits:

　　Intern Compensation: depending on class level or experience.

　　Roundtrip Airfare Provided.

　　Housing.

　　Food allowance.

　　Physical Demands:

　　Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

　　Limited physical effort required.

　　We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected] or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

　　Job: Legal/Risk

　　Travel: No

　　Organization: Akima, LLC Shared Services

　　Clearance: Not Applicable

　　Shift: Day Job

　　Work Type: On-Site

　　Req ID: AKI05000