Student Trainee

After successful completion of the program requirements, individuals, at the agency’s discretion, MAY BE converted to a term or career appointment, without further competition. However, there is no guarantee. Eligibility Requirements: To apply for a Pathways Internship position, candidates must be: A U.S. Citizen Currently enrolled, on at least a half-time basis, in an accredited college/university (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate. In good academic standing, maintaining a G.P.A of 2.5 or higher If you are not a student enrolled in the current semester, you must submit proof of enrollment in the upcoming semester (i.e., letter from the registrar’s office or acceptance letter from an accredited educational institution). If you are a student who is enrolled in the current semester and your transcript does not show current enrollment or if you have completed the semester and your transcript does not show enrollment for the upcoming semester, you must submit proof of continued enrollment (i.e., letter from the registrar’s office or course enrollment print out, etc.). Your transcript or registrar’s letter must document the educational requirements for this position. If you are graduating at the end of the semester, you are not eligible for the position. Work Schedule Requirements: You must be able to work at least 24 hours per week during the academic year and full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer. This position is eligible for remote and/or hybrid work schedule during the school year. This position is required to work a hybrid work schedule during the summer, reporting to the office 2 days a week. If selected, you: must sign a Pathways Internship Program Participant Agreement; must maintain status as a current student; must maintain good academic standing, at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 grading scale. must furnish course registration information at the start of each school term (if extended); and must provide verification of academic status (transcript) at the end of each academic term (if extended). To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the education requirements for each grade which you are requesting consideration for: GS-04: Completion of 60 semester hours or more of post high school study leading towards a qualifying degree (i.e. associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, etc.) GS-05: Completion of 120 semester hours or more of post high school study leading towards a qualifying degree (i.e. associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, etc.) ****NOTE: One year of full-time undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours***** Students in an accredited post-secondary school must provide a copy of their transcripts which shows the list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade point average or class ranking. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable to be considered, but official transcripts are required prior to appointment. ****NOTE: You must submit proof of your education at the time of application in order to receive consideration.***** Foreign Education: If you are qualifying by education and/or you have education completed in a foreign college/university described above, it is your responsibility to provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation for foreign study. Please visit the following links for more information: http://www.naces.org http://www.fceatlanta.com Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. All requirements must be met by 11/20/2024, the closing date of the announcement.
This vacancy is being announced under the Pathways Internship Program. Only the first 50 applications received will be reviewed. Once the 50 application threshold has been reached, the announcement will be closed that midnight (Any applications received before midnight will be accepted and reviewed for consideration). This internship may be extended each academic semester for up to one year, based on the performance of the incumbent and subject to the agencys budgetary allocations.