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Cherokee Internship Program | Summer 2027 | Cherokee Nation Businesses
Where Future Leaders and Purpose Meet
Ready to launch your future? The Cherokee Nation Businesses (CNB) Summer Internship Program is more than an internship-it's your next move. If you're a driven Cherokee Nation citizen looking to turn knowledge into experience and passion into purpose, this is where your journey begins.
At CNB, you don't just learn-you lead, innovate, and contribute to work that matters. Our nineweek paid summer internship immerses you in real projects, real people, and real impact.
Why CNB?
Cherokee Nation Businesses is a dynamic, tribally owned enterprise committed to innovation, economic growth, and cultural preservation. With operations across federal contracting, gaming & hospitality, real estate, economic development, Cherokee Film, IT, and more-your opportunities stretch far and wide.
Here, you'll gain:
Real experience. Real connections. Real impact.
Hands-on learning with leaders and subject-matter experts
A mission-driven culture grounded in Cherokee values
A chance to build your network and your future
Spots are limited, competition is strong, and the future is calling.
Your future. Your community. Your opportunity.
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- Comprehensive Medical Plan: including a $0 deductible plan for you to choose from for what is best for you and your family.
- Preparing You For the Future: Contribute to a fully vested, 6% employer match 401(k) plan to help prepare you for retirement.
- Financial Incentives: Earn incentives based on company performance or take advantage of our employee referral program, tuition reimbursement program, nationwide employee discount program & an employee emergency fund.
- Your Health in Mind: Access to free health clinics at select locations & 24/7 telemedicine access.
- Work-Life Balance: We offer maternity, paternal, and adoption leave, as well as flexible spending accounts & voluntary benefits for added peace of mind.
- Guided by our Shared Enterprise Values:
- Work with Purpose, Serve with Purpose
- Gadugi - Work together for the common good
- Exemplify Integrity in everything we do
- Be Intentional in planning & Committed in delivery
- Your work has a lasting impact. CNB reinvests 63% of our profits back into the company reinvesting in our core businesses, funding our growth and further creating opportunities for our employees. The other 37% of our profits are delivered to the Cherokee Nation as a dividend to support crucial programs & services that improve the lives the Cherokee citizens & our communities.
This competitive program seeks high-potential, purpose-driven Cherokee students:
Cherokee Nation citizen with valid CDIB or Citizenship card
Enrolled in a four-year accredited college
GPA 3.0 or higher
Strong communication, collaboration, and independent problem-solving
Curious, enthusiastic, and ready to make an impact
Program Details
Duration: Late May - Early August
Compensation: Based on class status
Locations: Opportunities across Tulsa, Owasso, Tahlequah, and other CNB sites
Applications for the Cherokee Internship Program | Summer 2027 | Cherokee Nation Businesses are now open.
Spots are limited, and competition is strong-submit your application today!
Meaningful Work
You'll contribute to real business goals across CNB departments:
Finance & Accounting
Information Technology & Cybersecurity
Real Estate
Marketing & Communications
Human Resources & Talent Development
Legal & Compliance
Economic Development
Cherokee Film & Cultural Initiatives
Professional Development
Grow your skills and confidence with:
Leadership mentorship
Career-building workshops
Exclusive networking events
Trainings designed to build lifelong professional capability
Internship Perks:
9 weeks of paid internship training
Paid parking - one less thing to worry about
Housing available (for those who qualify)
Networking events with executives and business units
Professional trainings to help you grow
Internship events all summer long-fun, engaging, and meaningful
A foot in the door at one of the largest tribally owned enterprises in the U.S.