Trident Seafoods

Accounts Payable Clerk

June - September 2021 • Seattle, WA

What I liked

The simplicity of the interview, the learning experience. I learned a lot of software and things Accounts Payable related.

What I wish was different

The pay. Everything else is great.

Advice

Be open to learn new things, and don't be afraid to ask questions!

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Commercial Fisher

June - August 2019 • Naknek, AK

What I liked

It was a super cool experience! The area I was in was beautiful, the people I worked with were amazing, and I learned a lot! I made a lot of new, great relationships and learned a lot about myself and the industry. It was hard work, but it was worth it for sure! I would definitely consider going back. Aside from the work itself, I got to experience what it's like to live off the grid away from internet, grow a family-like relationship with a group of awesome people, gain a lot of education and insight on a different way of life, and got to see tons of wildlife including bears, king salmon, wolves, beluga whales, walruses, golden eagles, seals, and moose! I also got to ride in a bush plane over the tundra and that felt like I was in a movie!

What I wish was different

I'd like to note that I worked with a private fishing company of only about 15 crew-members. We lived on a cabin on the beach and took boats/rafts out to pick fish from nets. We SOLD the fish to Trident, which is why I put them down as the employer. As for things I wish were different, there's not much! If you are prepared for the long hours and sometimes harsh working conditions, you shouldn't be too surprised. Like I said, it was hard, but to me, it was all worth it. Some days I worked 16-20+ hours and barely had time to eat or sleep! That was hard, but again, the experience really strengthened me and it was worth it. I do wish it didn't smell like fish so much though, haha! Nothing you can do about that though.

Advice

If you are going to fish in Alaska, be prepared. Do your research and know what you are getting into. I was fully prepared, so the experience was nothing but empowering and insightful. But, if you are aren't ready for the tough physical labor, the long hours, and the sight of blood and slime, then you might want to reconsider. If you are mentally prepared, go for it! I don't regret anything about this experience, even the hardships that came with it!

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Commercial Fishing Deckhand

June - August 2019 • Naknek, AK

What I liked

I enjoyed the physical work and mental challenge. I was able to see beautiful country and experience life on the sea.

What I wish was different

I wish we spent more time on land. It was difficult to be stuck on a boat for an extended period of time.

Advice

One piece of advice is to meet your crew and captain before accepting the job. The attitude and personality of the crew makes or breaks your experience.

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factory laborer

June - August 2019 • Motley, MN

What I liked

it's hard work, but the pay is great. immediate supervisors are pretty easy going too, if your on night shift.

What I wish was different

the higher-ups don't seem to have a lot of respect for workers, especially workers on second or third shift.

Advice

it's a good summer job, but don't take it too seriously and don't make it a permanent thing.

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Engineering

June - August 2019 • Cordova, AK

What I liked

The chief engineer was very knowledgeable and supportive. I was able to take on projects and I learned a lot.

What I wish was different

I wish I had more free time.

Advice

Be aware of long work hours and physically straining tasks

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Commercial Vessel Co-Captain/Deckhand

June 2017 - August 2019 • Juneau, AK

What I liked

It provided a serious lesson in the value of hard work and being able to problem solve on the fly. Most days were 16+ hours and there were always situations that needed to be solved.

What I wish was different

This job is entirely dependent on the fish showing up, so when external factors such as climate change and tariffs cut into that, you also end up making less money that season.

Advice

Be prepared to work very hard and be very tired, but if you are one of the few that can grind it out there is good money to be made.

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Deck Boss

June - August 2019 • Port Heiden, AK

What I liked

Loved the scenery and all of the cool and interesting things you see and learn about. Really it was was amazing to escape to a place where there is just about nothing, in terms of civilization, around you.

What I wish was different

Honestly, nothing. I understand that this job requires dedication and a lot of hard work. Sometimes that means lack of sleep or hygiene but as long as you do your job, every day you’ll closer to earning your pay check.

Advice

You’re on a boat for 3 months (I only touched land once for 15 minutes) and you really have to go with the flow. That means with the flow of the water and also to just accept things that are far beyond your control.

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Mechanical Engineering Intern

June - August 2019 • Kodiak, AK

What I liked

The people there were very nice and willing to teach me new skills. The Chief engineer was very knowledgeable and was so willing to teach me and would push me to ask questions I did not know.

What I wish was different

The living was difficult because I was living with people who had been hired for the production line for the season and they were not the most nice or mentally stable people. I wish they had their own housing for interns only.

Advice

The hours are tough as well as the walking and standing. But if you keep a positive learning attitude you will find time goes by very fast and you are also getting paid to learn, which is amazing.

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Commercial fisherman

June - August 2018 • Naknek, AK

What I liked

I enjoyed the tender services that trident seafoods offered to their fishermen.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Mechanical Engineering Intern

June - August 2018 • Akutan, AK

What I liked

Since I was on the Engineering team, I was able to work in any department under Engineering. This allowed me to get a lot of hands-on experience as well as discover what interested me. I was able to work with refrigeration systems, hydraulic systems, electrical work, and even PLC (programmable logic controller) programming.

What I wish was different

The location of the plant that I was working at was very remote and therefore internet connection and cell service was limited unless you payed for it.

Advice

If you are not afraid to get your hands dirty and are willing to work long, extended shifts, then this is a great opportunity. Though it was only a summer internship, the long shifts allow for more time to gain more experience.

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Human Resources Intern

May - August 2017 • Lakewood, WA

What I liked

Hours, pay, co-workers, supervisors

What I wish was different

Basic job function was a little bland, learned that I do not want to work in HR in the future.

Advice

Enjoyment is way more important than pay. I was on a bus for 4 hours a day and by the end of the summer, I was absolutely exhausted. Great work experience, but I about wore myself out.

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