Anchorage Industries – Transportation
Gateway to the Arctic
If you want transportation, Anchorage is the place to be. Home to the world’s 4th busiest cargo airport, the Port of Alaska, and the iconic Alaska Railroad, we’ve got planes, trains, and boats working 24/7 to keep goods flowing and people moving. Whether it’s air cargo, maritime shipping, or rail freight, Anchorage connects the state to the world, and offers an array of career opportunities in logistics, operations, and management.
The transportation sector is a cornerstone of Anchorage’s economy, providing jobs for one in seven residents. With industries ranging from air cargo operations to shipping logistics and rail transport, professionals in this field play a vital role in keeping the state’s infrastructure and economy running smoothly. If you’re ready to contribute to the industry that keeps Alaska functioning, then Anchorage is the place for you.
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Busiest Cargo Airport
Anchorage’s Ted Stevens International Airport is the 4th busiest cargo port in the world.
Jobs
In Anchorage are tied to the
transportation industry.
Seaplane Base
Anchorage’s Lake Hood is the busiest floatplane base in the world.
Ambassadors
Mary Graham
Occupation: Sales & Community Marketing Specialist for Alaska Airlines
Industry: Professional & Business Services, Transportation
Age: 33
Born and Raised: Westside, Westchester Lagoon
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Current Profession: Sales & Community Marketing Specialist for Alaska Airlines
Currently Reside: Downtown, Westchester Lagoon
I choose Anchorage because: I choose Anchorage because of the career opportunities, vast networking, and its proximity to the great outdoors.