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INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
WITHIN THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
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This is our annual publication of internship opportunities within the federal government for undergraduate, graduate and law students. The information contained in this publication was provided by federal departments and agencies at my request and, unfortunately, does not include every available opportunity. Despite this, I hope you will find the information useful. Please distribute this guide to as many potential applicants as possible.
AMTRAK
The National Railroad Passenger Corporation, also known as Amtrak is a quasigovernmental corporation that was organized to provide passenger train service throughout the United States. Amtrak employs nearly 19,000 people. It operates passenger service on 21,000 miles of track connecting 500 destinations in 46 states. Amtrak offers two unpaid internship programs:
Government Affairs- Responsibilities for an intern in the Government Affairs office include researching and writing papers and reports on congressional issues, preparing correspondence, attending and reporting on congressional hearings, providing documents to congressional offices and analyzing legislative proposals, as well as attending internal Amtrak meetings.
Corporate Communications- Responsibilities for an intern in the Corporate Communications office include researching, assisting with writing, and editing corporate press releases and other collateral materials, producing media kits, developing and maintaining key media lists, researching, writing and editing Amtrak’s employee newspaper, participating in the development of internal and external communications plans and projects.
• Contact: Julie Soesbee, Amtrak Government Affairs, (202) 906-2008 DIRECT, (202) 906-3865 FAX
BROADCASTING BOARD OF GOVERNORS
The Voice of America (VOA) is an international multimedia broadcasting service founded by the U.S. government through the Broadcasting Board of Governors. VOA broadcasts more than 1,000 hours of news, informational, educational, and cultural programs every week to an audience of more than 100 million people worldwide. VOA programs are produced and broadcast in 44 languages through radio, satellite television and the internet. VOA offers internships at its global headquarters in Washington, D.C. The internship program is designed to provide current students with an opportunity to learn about broadcasting and the supporting areas of VOA. A preferred candidate would demonstrate skills in news writing for television, radio and internet; TV/radio broadcasting and production; audio/visual editing: webpage design; professional graphic design; camera, lighting and studio operations; broadcast systems engineering; translation and copyediting; financial planning and human resources management; research.
• Eligible applicants include current undergraduate and graduate students
• Knowledge of one or more (including English) of the 44 VOA broadcasting languages
• Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. Additional materials appropriate to your experience such as a writing sample and a resume or demo tape.
• Applications and supporting materials are due by March 15 for the summer program, June 15 for the fall program and October 31 for the winter/spring program.
• Contact: Janice Albritton-Pollock, International Broadcasting Bureau, 330 Independence Ave, SW, Room 1543, Washington, DC 20237, (202) 619-3117 DIRECT, (202) 205 8427 FAX, Jalbritt@IBB.gov
Stephanie Wilcox, Voice of America, 330 Independence Ave, SW, Room 3310, Washington, DC 20237, (202) 203-4509 DIRECT, (202) 203-4513 FAX, Swilcox@voanews.com
UNITED STATES COMMISSION ON CIVIL RIGHTS
The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is an independent, bipartisan agency first established by Congress in 1957. It is directed to (1) investigate complaints alleging that citizens are being deprived of their right to vote by reason of their race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or national origin, or by reason of fraudulent practices; (2) study and collect information relating to discrimination or a denial of equal protection of the laws under the Constitution because of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or national origin, or in the administration of justice; (3) appraise federal laws and policies with respect to discrimination or denial of equal protection of the laws because of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or national origin or in the administration of justice; (4) serve as a national clearinghouse for information in respect to discrimination or denial of equal protection of the laws because of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or national origin; (5) submit reports, findings and recommendations to the President and Congress and (6) issue public service announcements to discourage discrimination or denial of equal protection of the laws.
OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL
The Commission’s Office of the General Counsel seeks law school externs for the fall, spring, and summer terms. Externs will perform legal, administrative and clerical tasks in support of Commission civil rights directives and projects of the Office of the General Counsel. Externs will be responsible for reviewing and verifying the accuracy and form of legal citations within Commission reports. Externs research and summarize case-law, pending and current legislation, internet sources, published studies, law review articles, various periodicals and relevant resources in the preparation of reports, memoranda and other legal documents. Externs may be asked to conduct witness interviews, to aid in the development of project concepts, to conduct research to expand such concepts and to write reports and memoranda in support of Commission documents. Externs will provide assistance in preparation of hearings and briefings, including but not limited to preparing statements, drafting staff reports, reviewing witness biographies and preparing Hearing and Briefing Books for the Commissioners and agency staff. Externs may be asked to attend relevant Capitol Hill hearings and/or other civil rights conferences. And all externs will be held responsible for the accuracy of legal research, writing and other tasks to which they have been assigned.
Requirements:
• Enrollment in an ABA-approved law school pursuing a JD or LLM degree.
• An active interest and/or background in civil rights or civil liberties.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• The minimum time requirement is flexible, but a commitment of 15-20 hours/week is preferred.
• Contact: Maha Jweied, Attorney-Advisor, Office of the General Counsel, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, 624 Ninth Street NW, Suite 620, Washington, D.C. 20036, DIRECT (202) 376-2890, FAX (202) 376-1163, mjweied@usccr.gov.
OFFICE OF THE STAFF DIRECTOR
The Commission’s Office of the Staff Director seeks undergraduate, graduate and law school interns for the fall, spring and summer terms. The Staff Director, appointed by the President with the concurrence of a majority of the Commission, serves as the agency's administrative head and chief executive officer, responsible for providing leadership and direction to the agency's staff. Duties of an intern in the Office of the Staff Director will include (1) research and analysis of civil rights issues from both a legal and policy perspective; (2) legal, administrative and clerical tasks in support of Commission civil rights directives and projects of the Office of the Staff Director and (3) assistance in preparing for business meetings and briefings, including but not limited to: preparing statements, drafting staff reports, reviewing witness biographies and preparing briefing books for the Commissioners and agency staff.
• Eligible applicants include undergraduate, graduate students and law students.
• Applicants should have an active interest and/or background in civil rights or civil liberties.
• Applicants should demonstrate superior research and writing skills.
• The minimum time requirement is flexible, but a commitment of 15-20 hours/week is preferred.
• Contact: Christopher Byrnes, Attorney-Advisor, Office of the Staff Director, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, 624 Ninth Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20036, (202) 376-7670 DIRECT, (202) 376-7672 FAX, cbyrnes@usccr.gov.
COMMISSION OF FINE ARTS
The Commission of Fine Arts is a design review agency for architectural projects in the District of Columbia. The Commission may consider a pre-doctoral candidate in architectural history to conduct research work. Other duties may include light filing and clerical tasks. The candidate must possess strong writing skills.
• Contact: Susan Raposa, Technical Information Specialist, Commission of Fine Arts, 401 F Street NW, Suite 312, Washington, DC 20001-2728, (202) 504-2200, staff@cfa.gov.
• Website: http://www.cfa.gov.
U.S. COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION
As an independent agency which reports directly to the President, the mission of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading commission (CFTC) is to protect market users and the public from fraud, manipulation and abusive practices related to the sale of commodity and financial futures and option, and to foster open, competitive and financially sound futures and option markets. We employ top-notch professional with strong academic records and excellent analytical and problem solving skills for this important work. The CFTC also accepts interns throughout the year for high school students and those enrolled in undergraduate, graduate and doctoral academic programs on a paid and non-paid basis in certain cases students receive academic credit for their internship. Internships are offered in many of our program offices where students have career goals and interests in economics, law, financial regulation, investigation, information technology, human resources, budget and finance, and education and training. The CFTC offers limited student internship opportunities via the following programs:
The Student Volunteer Program (SVP) offers unpaid internships to students who wish to gain experience related to the academic studies.
The Student Career Experience Program (SCEP) offers the opportunity to work year round, flexible rescheduling of work assignments, health and life insurance options and leave credit for vacations. This program is available to all students, including high school students, undergraduate, graduate and vocational/technical students. Opportunities include formal periods of work and study while you attend school (requiring a commitment by you, your school and the CFTC). Work experience is directly related to your academic field of study. You will be eligible for permanent employment after you successfully complete the educational and work requirements.
The Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP) offers opportunities to work part-time while school is in sessions and full-time during summer and school breaks, flexible scheduling of work assignments and leave credit for vacations. The program is available to all students, including high school, undergraduate, graduate and vocations/technical students. Work periods are schedules around school schedules, usually on a part-time basis while school is in session. Work experience does not need to relate to the academic program being pursued and there is no eligibility for conversation to a permanent to a permanent position.
The Federal Career Intern Program offers college graduates and experienced professional interested in public service, an opportunity to participate in a paid-two year internship which prepares individuals for career in public service. The program provides training and on-the-job work experience in various career fields. Upon completion of the internship, candidates may be eligible for permanent placement.
• Website: www.cftc.gov
• Contacts: Larry K. Mack or Angela Newcomb, Human Resources, Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Three Lafayette Centre, 1155 21st Street, NW, Room 4077, (202) 418-5003 DIRECT, (202) 418-5530 FAX
• Deadline: Resumes specifying interest in an internship may be submitted at any time. Positions are available throughout the year.
CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) provides the Congress with the objective, timely and nonpartisan analyses needed for economic and budgetary decisions. Interns contribute to CBO’s work in program areas such as budget and tax policy, health care, national defense, the environment, education, retirement and other income assistance, regulation and public investment.
Ideal candidates are pursuing graduate academic programs in Economics, Public Policy/Administration, Health Policy, Financial Management, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics or Engineering. Summer internships typically last for 10 weeks and include compensation based on academic level and work experience.
• Web site: Information about the internship and the application procedure will be posted on CBO’s Web site, www.cbo.gov/employment/intern.shtml. Students provide general information and submit their cover letter, résumé, references and unofficial transcripts or course information online. Students who register at www.cbo.gov/vas_index.cfm will get an e-mail notifying them when CBO begins accepting applications.
• Deadlines: The application period for the 2008 Summer Internship Program is December 17 through March 1.
Selections will be based on academic achievement, the relevance of academic work to CBO’s responsibilities, and work experience. Candidates will be informed of their status in the selection process by early April.
CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from more than 15,000 types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. Deaths, injuries and property damage from consumer product incidents cost the nation more than $700 billion annually. The CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical or mechanical hazard or can injure children. The CPSC's work to ensure the safety of consumer products - such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters and household chemicals - contributed significantly to the 30 percent decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 30 years. The CPSC offers two student intern opportunities, the Student Career Experience Program (SCEP) and the Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP).
• Web site: http://www.cpsc.gov/about/student.html.
Student Career Experience Program - The Student Career Experience Program offers the opportunity to work year round, flexible scheduling of work assignments, health and life insurance options and leave credit for vacations. The Program is available to all students, including high school, undergraduate, graduate and vocational/technical students. Opportunities include formal periods of work and study while you attend school (requiring a commitment by you, your school and the CPSC). Work experience is directly related to your academic field of study. You will be eligible for permanent employment after you successfully complete the educational and work requirements.
Student Temporary Employment Program - The Student Temporary Employment Program offers opportunities to work part-time while school is in session and full-time during summer and school breaks, flexible scheduling of work assignments and leave credit for vacations. The Program is available to all students, including high school, undergraduate, graduate and vocation/technical students. Work periods are scheduled around school schedules, usually on a part-time basis while school is in session. Work experience does not need to relate to the academic program being pursued and there is no eligibility for conversion to a permanent position. Available positions are in Bethesda, Maryland, Gaithersburg, Maryland and, occasionally, around the country. You may choose from a variety of exciting fields, such as Legal/Compliance, Computer, Scientific, Engineering and Administrative.
CORPORATION FOR NATIONAL AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
The Corporation for National and Community Service provides opportunities for Americans of all ages and backgrounds to serve their communities and country through three programs: Senior Corps, AmeriCorps and Learn and Serve America. Members and volunteers serve with national and community nonprofit organizations, faith-based groups, schools and local agencies to help meet community needs in education, the environment, public safety, homeland security and other critical areas. Positions are unpaid. Prospective interns may apply for the volunteer/intern program by submitting a cover letter and resume to Beverly McGoines.
• Contact: Beverly McGoines, Office of Human Resources, Corporation for National and Community Service, 1201 New York Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20525, (202) 606-5000 x 322, Fax (202) 565-2782, bmcgoines@cns.gov.
• Web site: www.nationalservice.org.
• Deadline: Applications may be submitted at any time. Positions are available throughout the year.
COUNCIL OF ECONOMIC ADVISERS
The President's Council of Economic Advisers (CEA) provides the President with objective economic analysis and advice on the development and implementation of a wide range of domestic and international economic policy issues. The Council has a Chairman and two Members, who are Senate-confirmed Presidential Appointees. The staff of the Council consists of Senior and Junior Economists, Analysts, Research Assistants and a statistical and administrative staff. The President's Council of Economic Advisers in Washington, D.C. offers full-time internships during spring and fall semesters and during the summer. Part-time applicants who can commit to at least 30 hours a week will be considered during the spring and fall semester. Interns at the CEA are responsible for assisting the staff in researching a wide range of macroeconomic, microeconomic and international issues, providing assistance in making charts and analyzing data. Administrative duties to support the work of the Council are also involved.
Applicants for the Intern positions should be graduate students or full-time undergraduates with some economic coursework to their credit and have good writing and computer skills. All applicants must be a U.S. citizen (no dual citizenships); at least 18 years of age and a full time student, enrolled in a degree-seeking program at an accredited academic institution. All internship positions at the Council of Economic Advisers are unpaid.
• Contact: If you are interested in applying, please send your resume, a transcript and a cover letter via fax or e-mail to Rosemary Rogers, Intern Coordinator, President's Council of Economic Advisers, The White House, Washington, DC 20502, fax (202) 395-5013, rrogers@cea.eop.gov.
• Web site: http://www.whitehouse.gov/cea.
• Deadlines: October 31 for Spring session (Jan-May); March 31 for Summer (June-Aug) and May 31 for the Fall session (Aug-Dec).
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE UNITED STATES COURTS
The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts supports the mission of the federal courts to provide equal justice under law. Created in 1939 as the administrative arm of the judicial branch, the Administrative Office is dedicated to providing essential administrative, legal, financial, management, program and information technology services of the highest quality to the federal courts. The Administrative Office accepts interns throughout the year in many of its program offices and recruits students with career goals and interests in court administration and management, information technology, human resources, budget and finance, law, criminal justice, legislative and public affairs and education and training. The agency accepts interns throughout the year on a paid and non-paid basis and in certain cases students receive academic credit for their internship.
• Contact: Special Recruitment Services, Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, AO Personnel Division, Suite G-200, (202) 502-1705, Fax (202) 502-4688.
• Website: http://www.uscourts.gov/.
• Deadline: Vacancies are posted throughout the year at www.uscourts.gov, www.studentjobs.gov and www.careerbuilder.com.
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
The Department of Agriculture (USDA) provides national leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development and related issues based upon sound public policy, the best available science and efficient management. Specifically, the Department’s goals are to enhance the international competitiveness of American agriculture, enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of rural farm economics, support increased economic opportunities and improved quality of life in rural America, enhance the protection and safety of the Nation’s agriculture and food supply, improve the Nation’s nutrition and health and protect and enhance the Nation’s natural resource base and environment. When President Abraham established the USDA in 1962, he called it “the People’s Department” because its programs served most Americans. Today the USDA employs over 100,000 individuals and provides services in all counties and states in the country, as well as in over 50 other nations.
Intern positions are available under the Federal Student Educational Employment Program and the Student Volunteer Program.
• Contact for General Information: USDA, Office of Human Capital Management, Attn: Human Capital Strategy Division, Room 320-W, Jamie L. Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20250-9603, (202) 720-6104. Calls may be directed to Linda Campbell at (202) 720-2830 or Marilyn Jenkins at (202) 720-7168.
• Contact for Available Student Positions: For additional information on USDA’s Student Educational Employment Program Managers, visit http://www.usda.gov/da/employ/2003StudentProgramManagers.htm.
• Web site: Student Opportunities, Internships and Scholarships - http://www.usda.gov/da/employ.htm.
• Deadline: Applications may be submitted at any time. Positions are available throughout the year.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s mission is to create the conditions for economic growth and opportunity by promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, competitiveness and stewardship. This mission continues to evolve, as a result of legislative and administrative additions, to encompass broadly the responsibility to foster, serve and promote the Nation’s economic development and technological advancement. The Department fulfills this mission by:
• Participating with other Government agencies in the creation of national policy, through the President’s Cabinet and its subdivisions;
• Promoting and assisting international trade;
• Strengthening the international economic position of the United States;
• Promoting progressive domestic business policies and growth;
• Improving comprehension and uses of the physical environment and its oceanic life;
• Ensuring effective use and growth of the Nation’s scientific and technical resources;
• Acquiring, analyzing and disseminating information regarding the Nation and the economy to help achieve increased social and economic benefit and
• Assisting states, communities and individuals with economic progress.
The Department has jurisdiction over the Office of the Secretary, the Bureau of Industry and Security, the Economic and Statistics Administration, the Bureau of the Census, the Bureaus of Economic Analysis, the Economic Development Administration, the International Trade Administration, the Minority Business Development Agency, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, the Patent and Trademark Office, the Technology Administration, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the National Technical Information Service and the Office of Technology Policy.
A description of each Bureau/Office can be found by visiting the Department’s Web site at http://ohrm.os.doc.gov/Career/dev01_000329 (click on Career Opportunities and then Contact List). For the Department’s general student employment information, visit http://ohrm.os.doc.gov/Career/prod01_001021. Each Bureau/Office implements its own hiring program. Applicants should contact the bureau/office identified on this homepage for specific employment information.
• Contact: Cynthia Brice, U.S. Department of Commerce, Office of Human Resources Management, 14th and Constitution Avenue NW, Room 5119, Washington, DC 20230, cbrice@doc.gov.
• Web site: http://www.commerce.gov.
CENSUS BUREAU
The Census Bureau serves as the leading source of quality data about the nation's people and economy. We do this by collecting data from the decennial census, the American Community Survey, the economic census, Foreign Trade and the 100+ other surveys we conduct throughout the decade. We honor privacy, protect confidentiality, share our expertise globally and conduct our work openly. We are guided on this mission by our strong and capable workforce, our readiness to innovate and our abiding commitment to our customers.
• Web site: Visit http://www.census.gov/hrd/www/jobs/student.html to apply for our internship program.
• Contact: Katherine Clements, U.S.Bureau of the Census, Human Resource Office, 4600 Silver Hill Road, Suitland, MD 20746, (301) 763-3420, Katherine.L,Clements@census.gov.
• Web site: www.census.gov.
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY
The mission of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is to promote U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve our quality of life. NIST offers student employment opportunities under the Student Career Experience Program (SCEP), the Student Temporary Expert Program (STEP) and the Student Volunteer Program. More information on these and other student programs may be found on the NIST webpage at http://www.nist.gov/hrmd/staffing/studentshome.htm. This site provides descriptions of the various programs, application procedures and eligibility requirements.
• Contact: Jerry Cambers, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Human Resources Management Division, 100 Bureau Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20899, (301) 975-3022 DIRECT, Jerry.Chambers@nist.gov
• Website: www.nist.gov
U.S. PATENT AND TRADEMARK OFFICE
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) have been serving the economic interests of America for more than 200 years. Our mission has provided inventors exclusive rights over their discoveries, and assisted businesses in protecting their investments, promoting goods and services. It's an effort that continues to contribute to a strong global economy, to encourage investment in innovation and to cultivate an entrepreneurial spirit for the 21st century. The USPTO is located in Alexandria, Virginia.
Student employment opportunities include the following: Student Education Employment Program (SEEP); Student Volunteer Program; Patent Experience Extern Program; Presidential Management Fellowship (PMF) Program, and the Post Secondary Internship Program. For students with an interest in engineering, science, business, finance, law and others, there may be paid or volunteer positions available. Students are encouraged to visit our web site for more information, or contact the following:
• Diana Mickle, Office of Human Resources, United States Patent and Trademark Office, 550 Elizabeth Lane, ETH-5A18, Alexandria, VA 22314, (571) 272-6185 or (800) 642-5670 DIRECT, (571) 273-6185 FAX
• Website: www.USPTOCareers.gov
• Applications may be submitted year round.
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
The Department of Defense (DoD) is responsible for providing the military forces needed to deter war and protect the security of the nation. Paid and volunteer positions within the Department may be available to qualified undergraduate and graduate students.
WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES
The Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), Human Resources Directorate (HRD) provides human resources services to the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Washington Headquarters Services and a number of Defense Agencies and DoD field activities. HRD offers various types of programs and accepts paid and unpaid internships throughout the year to qualified undergraduate and graduate students. For detailed information regarding available programs, individuals should visit the website listed below.
• Contacts: Donna Whittaker or Bruce Bixby, WHS/HRD, 2521 South Clark Street, Suite 3000, Arlington, VA 22202-3918, (703) 604-6097, Fax (703) 601-2288, donna.whittaker@whs.mil or bruce.bixby@whs.mil.
• Website: http://www.whs.mil/HRD.
DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
The Department of the Air Force's mission is to defend the United States and protect its interests through air and space power. The Air Force offers two centrally managed and funded internship programs. The PALACE ACQUIRE and COPPER CAP intern programs provide full-time paid civilian employment opportunities for personal and professional growth in over 20 career fields with 2-4 years full-time, on-the-job training and performance-based annual salary increases while in training. Positions are filled throughout the United States. Entry level is normally $35,116 per annum with target salaries ranging up to $62,291 per annum, depending on the occupation. U.S. citizenship and mobility are required. Recruiting occurs on various college campuses throughout the United States during the fall and early spring and is advertised on USAJOBS (http://www.usajobs.gov) in June. USAJOBS is the official job site of the United States Federal Government. It is a one-stop source for federal jobs and employment information. For a description of each career field occupation, qualifications for each, location of vacancies and current recruiting schedules, please visit http://ask.afpc.randolph.af.mil and click on Civilian, Employment, Career Intern Program. Contact number is toll-free (800) 847-0108.
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) mission is to provide quality, responsive engineering services to the nation, including planning, designing, building and operating water resources and other civil works projects (navigation, flood control, environmental protections and disaster response, etc.). USACE provides design and construction management support to other Defense and federal agencies. Today as always, USACE stands ready – engineers, scientists, real estate specialists and administrators alike to meet national security, emergency and other national requirements. For employment information about the Corps, please visit its Web site at www.usace.army.mil/employment.
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
The Department of the Navy’s mission is to support and defend the United States’ national security interests through highly visible forward presence, expeditionary readiness and on-scene power projection capability. Close to a third of the Navy and Marine Corps is made up of civilian employees who serve in numerous capacities. The Navy offers paid employment opportunities nationwide to qualified high school, undergraduate and graduate students.
• Website: http://www.donhr.navy.mil.
NAVSEA also offers a limited number of internships for college graduates in conjunction with the Navy's Acquisition Intern and Financial Management Trainee Programs. Both programs are highly structured, span two to three years in duration and consist of increasingly complex work assignments, supplemented by formal classroom training and job rotations. Tuition assistance is also available for continuing education. U.S. citizenship is required.
Acquisition Internships
Acquisition professionals perform "cradle to grave" management of highly technical systems, equipment, facilities, supplies and services. The two- and one-half to three-year career development program is available in four fields: Systems Engineering, Cost Engineering, Logistics and Contracting.
• Contact: Submit your email cover letter and resume (as a separate attachment in Word) to Alex Lathers at latherswa@navsea.navy.mil for consideration. Your resume must state your degree program's major (and minor, if applicable), GPA, educational institution and graduation date.
• Web site: Additional information on the program is available at http://www.navyintern.cms.navy.mil.
Financial Management Internships
This two-year career developmental program is available in the fields of accounting, budget or financial analysis. The program accepts degrees in all major fields of study including business, accounting, economics, liberal arts and the social sciences.
• Web site: Program requirements and application packages are available on the Navy's Financial Management Career Center Web site at http://www.nfmc.navy.mil/cfmtp.html.
Additionally, USA JOBS (www.usajobs.gov) has updated listings of internship and job opportunities.
NATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) provides timely, relevant, and accurate geospatial intelligence in support of national security objectives. Geospatial intelligence is the exploitation and analysis of imagery and geospatial information to describe, assess, and visually depict physical features and geographically referenced activities on the Earth. NGA offers internships and cooperative education programs for students majoring in the following disciplines: Astronomy, Cartography, Cultural Area Studies, Environmental Science, Forestry, Geodesy, Geography (Physical, Political, Demographic, or Regional), Geology, Geophysics, Hydrology, Imagery Science, International Affairs, Marine Science, Meteorology, Photogrammetry, Physical Science, Remote Sensing, Business, Finance, and Accounting. Eligibility requirements and additional information are detailed on NGA's website.
• Contact: Cynthia Coleman, Kimberly Boone or Debra Fitzwater at (703) 755-5900.
• Website: www.nga.mil/careers; click on Student Programs.
• Deadline: Applications may be submitted online throughout the year.
NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY
The National Security Agency (NSA) is America’s cryptologic organization. It coordinates, directs and performs highly specialized activities to protect U.S. information systems and produce foreign intelligence information. College Intern Programs support more than 120 participants majoring in areas including mathematics, computer science, electrical and computer engineering and liberal arts. Our Internship Programs are 12-week work assignments that include experience in computer network security, operations research technology, intelligence analysis, foreign language study and physical sciences. Some programs are aimed at graduate level study, including participants with master’s degrees in technical fields. The following provides a description of NSA’s Intern Programs:
The Graduate Mathematics Program (GMP) is a highly competitive program for exceptional graduate mathematics students. The program provides students with the opportunity to work directly with NSA mathematicians on missions-critical programs. Applicants must be enrolled in a mathematical graduate program and show evidence of successful work on an independent project in pure or applied mathematics or computer science.
The Math Summer Employment Programs (MSEP) allows students to collaborate with the top mathematicians in the country, solving problems critical to the success of NSA’s missions. Participants have the opportunity to learn and develop cryptomathematical theory and to apply the theory to operational problems.
The nationally recognized Director’s Summer Program (DSP) is a 12-week summer workshop for outstanding college mathematics students. Participants work with mathematicians on exciting cryptomathematical problems. The program is highly competitive and is intended primarily for college students between their junior and senior year, although, exceptional freshmen, sophomores and graduate students will be considered. The majority of participants continue on to pursue advanced degrees.
The Summer Program for Operations Research Technology (SPORT) is an internship program for graduate students in Masters or Ph.D. programs who have experience with computer programming languages. This program allows top graduate students who have highly developed operations research skills an opportunity to apply their knowledge in the professional atmosphere.
The Information Assurance Semester Intern Program (SIP/IA) provides an opportunity for students who are concentrating in disciplines related to Information Assurance to earn while they learn. For the purposes of this program, Information Assurance encompasses scientific, technical and management disciplines required to ensure computer network security (e.g. Mathematics, Biometrics, Physics, Computer or Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Database Administration, Operation Research, Information Security and the like.)
The Knowledge Discovery Semester Intern Program (SIP/KD) provides a 12-week experience for students who are majoring in disciplines related to Knowledge Discovery, such as Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computational Linguistics, Mathematics, Cognitive Science and Psychology. Applicants must be 3.0 or higher GPA and must be a college junior or graduate student.
The Intelligence Analysis Summer Program offers college upperclassmen and graduate students the opportunity to receive training in a multi-faceted cryptologic discipline that involves research analysis and the presentation of findings that enable us to provide the fullest possible Signals Intelligence picture to U.S. policymakers, military commanders and other Intelligence Community members.
The Summer Language Program offers foreign language students the opportunity to sharpen their language skills in reading and listening to a professional level. As an apprentice to senior NSA Language Analysts, students will gain intensive experience exploiting communications for vital intelligence missions. They’ll also have the unique opportunity for multi-dimensional and cross-disciplinary growth in analytical skills. The Summer Language Program is currently hiring students studying Arabic, Chinese, Persian Farsi and Korean.
The Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) Collection and Collection Management Summer Intern Program (CCMP) permits undergraduate students to actively participate in on-going SIGINT Collection and Collection Management operations to satisfy national intelligence needs. The students work directly under the guidance of veteran SIGINT Collection professionals managing collection operations, participating in at least one Temporary Duty trip to a remote SIGINT Collection site and working with a senior Mentor to develop career aspirations in Collections or Collection Management.
• Website: www.nsa.gov
• Deadline: October 15 of each year
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
The Department of Education (ED) establishes policy for, administers and coordinates most federal assistance to education. Its mission is to ensure equal access to education and to promote educational excellence throughout the nation. ED offers internships in several departmental offices such as Elementary and Secondary Education, Civil Rights and Leadership and Teacher Development. These unpaid internships are available year-round. Students must be enrolled in a high school, trade school, technical or vocational institute, junior college, college, university or other accredited educational institution.
• Contact: (202) 401-5344.
• Web site: http://www.ed.gov/students/prep/job/intern/index.html.
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
The Department of Energy's overarching mission is to advance the national, economic, and energy security of the United States; to promote scientific and technological innovation in support of that mission; and to ensure the environmental cleanup of the national nuclear weapons complex. The Department's strategic goals to achieve the mission are designed to deliver results along five strategic themes:
Energy Security: Promoting America’s energy security through reliable, clean, and affordable energy.
Nuclear Security: Ensuring America’s Nuclear Security.
Scientific Discovery and Innovation: Strengthening U.S. scientific discovery, economic competitiveness, and improving quality of life through innovations in science and technology.
Environmental Responsibility: Protecting the environment by providing a responsible resolution to the environmental legacy of nuclear weapons production.
Management Excellence: Enabling the mission through sound management.
• Website: www.doe.gov
The DOE Corporate Federal Career Intern Program is designed to attract college graduates to the Department of Energy. Selected interns will build on their college credentials, be exposed to demanding work, meaningful projects, practical training and gain technical expertise in career fields that will stretch their imaginations and influence their career paths.
o Contact: Donna Friend, U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Corporate Workforce and employment Solutions, 1000 Independence Ave, SW, HR-24, 4F-033, Washington, DC, 20858, (202) 586-5880 DIRECT, (202) 586-0636 FAX.
o Website: http://humancapital.doe.gov/pers/cipindex.htm
o Deadline: Applicants may apply year round
FEDERAL ENERGY REGULATORY COMMISSION
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulates key interstate aspects of electric power, natural gas, oil pipeline and hydroelectric industries. The Commission chooses regulatory approaches that foster competitive markets whenever possible, assures assess to reliable service at reasonable prices and gives full and fair consideration to environmental and community impacts in accessing the public interest of energy projects. Paid and volunteer positions are available throughout the year in our Washington, DC office to graduate and undergraduate students. Limited positions may be available in out regional office.
• Contact: Alitza Vega, 888 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20426, (202) 502-8303 DIRECT, (202) 219-3093 (FAX), work@ferc.gov
• Website: www.ferc.gov
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the federal government agency most involved in the nation’s human concerns, serving newborn infants to persons requiring health services to the country’s most elderly citizens. Employment opportunities with HHS are listed on the Department’s Web site at http://www.hhs.gov/careers/index.html and http://www.hhs.gov/careers/elp.html.
ADMINISTRATION FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and its partners – other federal agencies, state, local and tribal governments and the private sector – provide national leadership and create opportunities for low-income, disadvantaged families and individuals to lead economically and socially productive lives, for children to develop into healthy adults and for communities to become more prosperous and supportive of their members. ACF oversees and finances a broad range of programs for children and families, including Native Americans, persons with developmental disabilities, refugees and legalized aliens, to help them develop and grow toward a more independent, self-reliant life. The ACF accepts interns throughout the year in many of its programs on a paid (budget permitting) and non-paid basis and in certain cases interns receive academic credit for their internship.
• Contact: Eileen H. Lohr, Office of Management Resources, ACF, 370 L’Enfant Promenade SW, Washington, DC 20774, (202) 401-9357, Fax (202) 205-4928.
• Website: http://www.acf.hhs.gov.
• Deadline: Applications may be submitted at any time. Positions are available throughout the year.
CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Department of Health and Human Services, has a small Washington, DC-based office that specializes in public health policy and legislative issues. Specifically, The CDC Washington Office (CDC/W) designs strategies for complex public health issues & develops plans for the Agency's work with Congress and other Washington area organizations (agencies, private and non-profit, think tanks and associations) to advance CDC's public health goals. The CDC/Washington is part of the Office of the Director and acts as a liaison between CDC and the Washington policy community.
CDC/W represents the Agency in Washington to the Department of Health and Human Services and other federal agencies and partners. CDC/W is the primary office in CDC for receiving requests for health information and assistance with legislation from Congress. One of the Office's most important functions is educating Congressional offices about CDC accomplishments, collaborations and state and local activities - as well as apprising them of important public health developments. CDC/W also informs Congressional offices about the full array of services that CDC provides through briefings and regular personal, telephonic and electronic communications. Finally, this office tracks legislation impacting CDC programs and coordinates the preparation of CDC testimony and witnesses for hearings.
• Deadline: CDC/Washington Office typically accepts public health interested college and graduate level students for internship positions throughout the year.
• Contact: To apply for a voluntary internship position with this office, please email a letter and resume to Miranda Katsoyannis, CDC/Washington, 746 G HHS Bldg., 200 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, D.C. 20201, (202) 690-8598, fax (202) 690-7519, Mtk7@cdc.gov.
• Web site: www.cdc.gov/washington.
THE NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is the steward of medical and behavioral research for the Nation. It provides leadership and direction to programs designed to improve the health of the public by conducting and supporting research: in the causes, diagnosis, prevention and cure of human diseases; in the processes of human growth and development; in the biological effects of environmental contaminants; in the understanding of mental, addictive and physical disorders and in directing programs for the collection, dissemination and exchange of information in medicine and health. The NIH offers a variety of paid and volunteer internships for undergraduate and graduate students in science-, health- and administrative-related fields of study. Additionally, the NIH partners with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) by offering internship opportunities for students who have recently completed graduate school or who have received undergraduate degrees and have work experience.
• Contact: Cheronn Collins, NIH Training Center, National Institutes of Health, 6120 Executive Blvd., Suite 350, MSC, Bethesda, MD 20892, (301) 594-2507, fax (301) 480-3197, collinscr@od.nih.gov.
• Web sites: http://internships.info.nih.gov; http://www.pmf.opm.gov; http://www.jobs.nih.gov/student.htm; http://www.hhs.gov/careers/elp.html.
• Application Procedures: see Web site for dates and application deadlines and procedures.
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been tasked to provide the unifying core for the vast national network of organizations and institutions involved in efforts to secure our nation. DHS prevents and deters terrorist attacks and protects against and respond to threats and hazards to the nation. The Department reduces America’s vulnerability to terrorism and minimizes the damage from potential attacks and natural disasters. It ensures safe and secure borders, welcomes lawful immigrants and visitors and promotes the free-flow of commerce.
At the Washington, DC headquarters, the Department offers paid summer internship opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students who express an interest in national security issues. Volunteer positions are also available for students working towards degree completion. Applications for summer internships should be submitted by April 15th of each year.
• Contact: Michael Matthews, Human Resource Specialist, Office of Human Capital, Hiring and Transition Response Team, Department of Homeland Security, 7th and D Streets SW, Washington, DC 20528, (202) 692-4273, Michael.Matthews@dhs.gov.
U.S. CITIZEN AND IMMIGRATION SERVICES (CIS)
The USCIS, formerly the Immigration and Naturalization Service, transitioned into the Department of Homeland Security on March 1, 2003. The priorities of USCIS are to promote national security, continue to eliminate immigration case backlogs and improve customer services. USCIS does not currently have a dedicated intern program. However, USCIS employs students throughout the year under the Federal Student Educational Employment Program. Appointments provide temporary employment for a specified period under the Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP) or career-related employment under the Student Career Experience Program (SCEP). Opportunities may be available to graduate and undergraduate students.
• Contact: USCIS, ATTN: Human Capital Management Office, lashawn.walker@dhs.gov.
U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION
As the single unified border agency of the United States, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) mission is vitally important to the protection of America and the American people. The primary mission of CBP is to prevent terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering the United States while facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel. CBP offers internships for high school students and those enrolled in undergraduate, graduate and doctoral academic programs.
Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP) – CBP offers temporary paid internships that range from summer jobs to positions that last as long as the student is enrolled in school and is in good academic standing.
Student Career Experience Program (SCEP) - CBP offers cooperative educational opportunities through the SCEP program, which allows students the opportunity to gain work experience directly related to their academic field of study. This program may also lead to permanent employment at CBP upon graduation and completion of all academic and work requirements.
Student Volunteer Program (SVP) – CBP offers unpaid internships to students who wish to gain experience related to their academic studies.
To qualify for the above programs, candidates must be U.S. citizens, enrolled in an academic program and able to successfully complete a background investigation.
• Contact: Send a resume and cover letter to Mr. Christopher Baron, CBP National Recruitment Office, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20229, (202) 863-6216, Christopher.baron@dhs.gov, Fax (202) 863-6140.
• Web site: http://www.cbp.gov.
• Deadline: Resumes may be submitted at any time. Positions are available throughout the year.
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is the federal agency responsible for national policy and programs that address America’s housing needs, improve and develop the nation’s communities and enforce fair housing laws. HUD’s mission is to help create a decent home and suitable living environment for all Americans, and it has given America’s communities a strong national voice at the Cabinet level. HUD plays a major role in supporting homeownership by underwriting homeownership for lower- and moderate-income families through its mortgage insurance programs. Paid and unpaid internship opportunities for graduate, undergraduate and high school students are available throughout the year. HUD offers many different internship programs:
The HUD Federal Career Intern (FCI) Program is designed to attract exceptional men and women to the federal workforce who have diverse professional experience, academic training and competencies, and to prepare them for careers in analyzing and implementing public programs. Applicants apply directly to HUD through a vacancy announcement and should have significant experience or a Bachelors degree to qualify at the GS-5 or GS-7 level. This is a full-time paid position. Interns must complete a 2-year formal training and development program and upon successful completion, may be converted non-competitively to a permanent position.
The HUD Masters of Business Administration (MBA) Fellows Program is designed to attract outstanding individuals with business skills acquired either through graduate education and/or related equivalent experience. Such skills include quantitative and analytical thinking, strategic planning, project management, leveraging technology and typing organizational goals to performance results. Colleges and universities with MBA curriculums that are compatible with the mission-critical needs of the Department will be included for participation in career fairs and other outreach efforts. Applicants apply directly to HUD through a vacancy announcement. Candidates selected will be given a 2-year excepted service appointment and required to complete a formal 2-year training and development program.
The Student Temporary Employment Program hires students to work in the Department for paid temporary/summer positions. Students work flexible work schedules and are from all educational levels from high school to graduate students. Work assignments may be but are not required to be related to one’s academic field of study.
• Contact: Karen Neil Denton, US HUD, Fellows Program Manager, 451 7th Street SW, Washington, DC 20410, (202) 708-3964.
• Web site: http://www.hud.gov
• Interested applicants should watch for specific vacancy announcements regarding the programs, which will be listed on the current openings page of HUD’s Web site and can be found at www.usajobs.gov. Be sure to follow the specific application and submission instructions outlines in the vacancy announcement.
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
The Department of the Interior’s mission is to protect and provide access to the nation's natural and cultural heritage. The Department manages the nation’s public lands and minerals, national parks, national wildlife refuges and western water resources. The Department also upholds federal trust responsibilities to Indian tribes and reservations. All current employment openings in the Department of Interior are listed on the Department’s Web site at http://www.doi.gov/doijobs/doijobs.html. Intern programs operating within the Department are listed below.
Government-wide Acquisition Management Intern Program (GAMIP) - The DOI University’s GAMIP is a three-year program designed to recruit, develop and retain a group of diverse future leaders in the federal government’s acquisition management field. It is designed for college graduates with a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) with at least 24 hours in any combination of the accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods and organizations and management fields. Upon successful completion of the training program, interns are permanently place in a sponsoring agency.
• Contact: Cori Sabet, U.S. Department of the Interior, National Business Center, DOI University, 1849 C Street NW, MS 7129-MIB, Washington, DC 20240, (202) 219-2213, Corinne_c_sabet@nbc.gov.
• Web site: www.doiu.nbc.gov/intern.html.
• Deadline: Applications for the program are accepted online only through the USAJOBS website. Applications for employment must be submitted by the closing date of the vacancy announcements which are posted at www.usajobs.opm.gov in February/March of each year.
Office of the Secretary Management Intern Program (OSMIP) - The OSMIP is a 2-year program designed to recruit, develop and retain highly qualified diverse candidates for leadership positions. Individuals enter a two-year internship at the GS-5 or GS-7 grade level and receive effective career development through formal/informal training and rotation assignments in the Department’s functional areas such as, Budget Administration; Financial Management; Contracting; Information Management; Human Resources Management; Equal Employment Opportunity and Policy Management. Upon successful completion of the internship, participants are permanently placed in positions targeted to the GS-12 level.
• Contact: Shari Hanscomb, U.S. Department of the Interior, National Business Center, DOI University, 1849 C Street NW, Mail Stop 7129-MIB, Washington, DC 20240, (202) 208-5796, Shari_A_Hanscomb@nbc.gov.
• Web site: www.doiu.nbc.gov/intern.html.
• Deadline: Applications for employment must be submitted by the closing date of the vacancy announcements which are posted at www.usajobs.opm.gov in January/February of each year.
Financial Management Career Intern Program (FMCIP) - The purpose of the FMCIP is to recruit, develop and retain future leaders for the Department, particularly in its Financial Management Offices. Interns are permanently placed in one of the Office of the Secretary Financial Management offices upon completion of the three-year internship. The program provides practical work experience through formal/informal training, mentor relationships and rotational assignments. Participants receive not only a breadth of technical knowledge concerning policy, management and budget, but also a broad exposure to different organizational cultures and leadership styles. Target positions are at the GS-12 grade level.
• Contact: Shari Hanscomb, U.S. Department of the Interior, National Business Center, DOI University, 1849 C Street NW, Mail Stop 7129-MIB, Washington, DC 20240, (202) 208-5796, Shari_A_Hanscomb@nbc.gov.
• Web site: www.doiu.nbc.gov/intern.html.
• Deadline: Applications for employment must be submitted by the closing date of the vacancy announcements which are posted at www.usajobs.opm.gov in January/February of each year.
Many of the Department’s sub-agencies offer internship opportunities:
BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT
As the Nation’s largest land manager, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is responsible for more than 260 million acres of public lands, - nearly one-eighth of all land in the United States – and more 700 million acres of federal subsurface mineral estate nationwide. The BLM’s multiple-use mission is to sustain the health and productivity of the public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. The Bureau accomplishes this by managing such activities as outdoor recreation, livestock grazing, mineral development and energy production and by conserving natural, historical, cultural and other resources on the public lands.
The BLM accepts applications for its Student Career Experience Program (SCEP) and places students in career track internship positions that are located across the United States. Students gain professional experience for a competitive salary. Students may receive tuition and travel assistance packages, which may vary by work site. The BLM also places high-school and college students in non-career track temporary employment positions through the Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP).
• National SCEP and STEP Contact: Anzanette Randall, Special Initiatives, 1849 C Street NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20240, (202) 254-3318, Fax (202) 418-3013, anzanette_randall@blm.gov.
• Web site: www.blm.gov.
• Deadline: Applications may be submitted at any time. Positions are available throughout the year.
U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
The mission of the U.S. Geological Survey is to serve the nation by providing reliable scientific information to describe and understand the Earth; minimize loss of life and property from natural disasters; manage water, biological and energy resources and enhance and protect our quality of life. Paid and volunteer positions may be available.
• Web sites: Employment Opportunities - www.usgs.gov/ohr/. Volunteer Opportunities - www.usgs.gov/volunteer. Student Employment Opportunities - www.usgs.gov/student. Mendenhall Postdoctoral Research Program - http://geology.usgs.gov/postdoc/.
• Deadlines: Applications for volunteer positions may be submitted at any time. Applications for employment must be submitted by the closing date on the vacancy announcements. Applications for the Mendenhall Postdoctoral Research Program are due in the fall each year.
MINERALS MANAGEMENT SERVICE
The Minerals Management Service assesses the nature, extent, recoverability and value of minerals on the Outer Continental Shelf and ensures that revenues from Federal Indian leases are collected and distributed. Positions may be available to graduate and undergraduate students.
• Website: http://www.mms.gov
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
The Department of Justice protects the American citizens from criminals and subversion, ensures healthy competition of business in the free enterprise system, safeguards consumers and enforces national drug, immigration and naturalization laws.
• Website: www.usdoj.gov/careers.
Many of the Department’s sub-agencies offer internship opportunities:
DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION
The mission of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is to identify, target, investigate, disrupt and dismantle the international, national, state and local drug trafficking organizations that are having the most significant impact in America. They are committed to investigating and prosecuting major drug law violators in the United States and all over the world. DEA currently accepts students in volunteer (non-paid) internships throughout the year in many of our domestic offices which are located throughout the U.S. Student Volunteers may work up to six months with the DEA to gain work experience in clerical and administrative support positions which involve work such as organizing non-drug evidence, answering telephones or performing research projects. Students are required to be enrolled at least half-time and in good academic standing in order to participate in the program.
• Contact: (202) 307-4088 for opportunities in Headquarters, (202) 307-4077 for opportunities in Field Offices.
• Web site: www.dea.gov.
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully supports diversity within the workplace by offering numerous paid and non-paid (volunteer) internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. These programs provide a unique working experience for students to explore the many career opportunities within the FBI related to their academic studies. Applications for the Honors Internship Program are due October 10th each year; however, the FBO accepts interns throughout the year on a non-paid basis and in certain cases, students receive academic credit for their internship. Students are encouraged to visit the Student Center located on its Web site www.fbijobs.gov which provides them the opportunity to review all of the FBI’s Internship Programs along with the required qualifications, selection process, application requirements, how to apply, established deadlines, etc., as well as the appropriate contact person(s) and telephone numbers.
• Deadline: October 10th each year for Honors Internship Program, throughout the year for volunteer internships.
• Web site: www.fbijobs.gov.
U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE
The U.S. Marshals Service protects federal courts, apprehends federal fugitives, operates the Witness Protection Program, transports federal prisoners and seizes property forfeited to the government by criminals. Volunteer opportunities for college-age students may be available in the Charlotte district office and the U.S. Marshals Service headquarters in Washington.
• Web site: http://www.usmarshals.gov.
OFFICE OF JUSTICE PROGRAMS
Since its founding in 1984, the Office of Justice Programs (OJP) has provided federal leadership in developing the nation’s capacity to prevent and control crime, administer justice and assist crime victims. It also develops information about crime and its related legal and social implications. OJP’s bureaus and offices provide federal leadership and administer federal grants, provide training and technical assistance, support technology development and research and gather and disseminate statistics. OJP is led by an Assistant Attorney General who ensures that OJP policies and programs reflect the priorities of the President, the Attorney General and the Congress.
OJP’s bureaus are: the Bureau of Justice Assistance, the Bureau of Justice Statistics, the National Institute of Justice, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention and the Office for Victims of Crime. OJP’s program office is the Community Capacity Development Office. Other offices within OJP provide agency-wide support. They are: the Office of Administration, the Office of Management and Budget Services, the Office of the Chief Information Officer, the Office for Civil Rights, the Office of Communications, the Office of the Comptroller, the Office of General Counsel and the Equal Employment Opportunity Office. OJP offers a variety of student employment programs in many of these components.
• Contact: U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Human Resources Division, 810 7th Street NW, Room 3300, Washington, DC, (202) 307-0730. For internship opportunities in OJP’s Office of Communications only, contact Deborah Sheetz at (202) 514-9338.
• Web site: www.ojp.usdoj.gov/about/students.htm. For internship opportunities in OJP’s Office of Communications visit www.ojp.usdoj.gov/ocom/intern.
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
The primary mission of the U.S. Department of Labor is to serve and protect American workers, prepare them for new and better jobs and ensure the adequacy of America’s work places. In serving and protecting workers, the Department of Labor ensures workers’ rights, inspects work sites, shields workers from employment discrimination, administers unemployment insurance programs, collects and analyzes economic data, protects pension benefits and enforces workers’ compensation and wage standards. The Department also sponsors training and retraining programs to help workers and veterans adapt to the demands for new skills in the ever-changing work force. The Department offers paid and voluntary internships in a variety of academic majors. Some of the internships available to both undergraduate and graduate students are: Accounting, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Law, Mathematics, Physical/Biological Sciences, Industrial Hygiene, Statistics, Social
• Website: www.dol.gov.
OFFICE OF DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT POLICY
The Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) provides national leadership by developing and influencing disability-related employment policy, as well as practice affecting the employment of people with disabilities. In furtherance of this mission, ODEP supports two internship programs for college students with disabilities:
The Workforce Recruitment Program for College Students with Disabilities
The Workforce Recruitment Program for College Students with Disabilities (WRP), cosponsored by ODEP and the U.S. Department of Defense, provides summer and permanent job opportunities in the federal government and the private sector for college students with disabilities. Jobs are available in many federal agencies and in a variety of fields. To be eligible for the WRP, a student must have a disability, be a current full-time undergraduate or graduate student or have graduated within one year of the date of the interview. For this year’s program, any student who graduates in May or later would still be eligible. Students must also be U.S. citizens. The program is run on an annual basis and requires an on-campus recruitment visit. The interviews take place during January and February of each year. The WRP does not work directly with individual students but through points of contact at colleges and universities.
• Contact: Betsy Kravitz, Office of Disability Employment Policy, 200 Constitution Avenue NW, Room S-1303, Washington, DC, 20210, (202) 693-7860, Fax (202) 693-7888, kravitz.betsy@dol.gov.
• Website: http://www.dol.gov/odep.
• Deadline: Schools that would like to participate in the WRP should make contact by August for recruitment the following January/February.
OFFICE OF THE 21ST CENTURY WORKFORCE
The 21st Century Workforce helps American workers get the tools and skills they need to compete in the ever changing and increasingly high tech global economy. The office hosts summits like the Asian Pacific Federal Career Advancement Summit, Job Fest DC, Women Entrepreneurship in the 21st Century Conference, and the Workforce Recovery Conference. These summits and conferences match employers and job seekers and offer a series of training seminars and job skills workshops. The Secretary of the Department of Labor formed the 21st Century Workforce Office in 2001 as part of the department.
The 21st Century Workforce offers internships in the spring and summer. The deadline for spring 2008 is December 1, 2007. Deadline for summer 2008 is March 2008.
• Contact: S. Chancellor Dennison, DOL intern Coordinator, 200 Constitution Ave, NW, Room S-2235, Washington, DC 20210, (202) 693-6490 DIRECT, (202) 693-6146 FAX, dennison.stanley@dol.gov.
• Website: http://www.dol.gov/_sec/media/internprogram.htm
MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (MSHA)
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is a federal government agency dedicated to sending miners home safe and healthy every shift, every day. We offer health, life and long-term care insurance; a stable retirement program, including a tax-deferred savings plan; generous annual, sick and holiday leave; a 40-hour work week; travel reimbursement and flexible spending accounts for medical and dental expenses.
MSHA utilizes the Federal Career Intern Program (FCIP) authority for its entry-level Mine Safety and Health Inspector positions throughout the United States at the GS-5 through GS-11 levels. The FCIP is designed to attract qualified candidates and prepare them through formal training for a career as a Mine Safety and Health Inspector.
Interested applicants are required to attend a Federal Career Intern Screening that includes a qualification assessment process to determine the applicant’s basic competence in math and writing and other competencies identified in the Department of Labor competency model for GS-1822 Mine Inspector/Specialist positions.
Information regarding positions and how to apply for Federal Mine Inspector positions is located on MSHA’s Inspector Career Intern Program Web site at www.msha.gov/Inspectors/InspectorsInternProgram.asp.
• Contact: Mine Safety and Health Administration, Human Resources Division, 1100 Wilson Boulevard, Room 2160, Arlington, VA 22209-3939, (202) 693-9875, Fax (202) 693-9856.
• Website: http://www.msha.gov/.
• Deadline: Vacancies are posted throughout the year at http://www.msha.gov/.
DEPARTMENT OF STATE
The U.S. Department of State is the lead U.S. foreign affairs agency. The Department is responsible for formulating, implementing and supporting U.S. foreign policy, assisting U.S. citizens abroad and managing the human and material resources that provide the platform for U.S. foreign policy. The Department begins its mission in Washington, D.C. where Foreign Service, Civil Service and student employees are hired to work at its offices in the United States and at nearly 265 posts abroad. The Student Intern Program provides internship opportunities both domestic and abroad for undergraduate and graduate students. Interns are engaged in issues such as human resource administration, real property management, budget and finance, environmental issues, conflict resolution, nuclear non-proliferation, human rights and democracy, world trade and public diplomacy. Internships are available for summer, fall or spring. The majority of internships are unpaid; a limited number of |
