Department of the Air Force - Fort George G Meade, MD, US

Student Trainee

Date Posted: 2024-06-15

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Summary

The Air Force Civilian Service is pleased to announce the Air Force College Premier Summer Intern Program. Students in their junior year of a full-time baccalaureate program will be able to apply for a full-time paid summer internship lasting 10-12 weeks during the summer session prior to their senior year. Students in their junior year of their baccalaureate program and eligible (5 Year Program). Seniors will be able to apply for a full time internship.

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Overview

* Accepting applications

* Open & closing dates

09/01/2023 to 08/31/2024

* Salary

$34,584 - $49,009 per year

* Pay scale & grade

GS 4 - 5

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Locations

Few vacancies in the following locations:

* Gunter AFB, AL

* Maxwell AFB, AL

* Clear AFB, AK

* Eielson AFB, AK

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* Elmendorf AFB, AK

* Fort Richardson, AK

* Davis Monthan AFB, AZ

* Luke AFB, AZ

* Little Rock AFB, AR

* Beale AFB, CA

* Edwards AFB, CA

* Los Angeles, CA

* Travis AFB, CA

* Vandenberg AFB, CA

* Air Force Academy, CO

* Buckley AFB, CO

* Colorado City, CO

* Colorado Springs, CO

* Peterson AFB, CO

* Schriever AFB, CO

* Dover AFB, DE

* Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DC

* Cape Canaveral, FL

* Cape Canaveral AFS, FL

* Eglin AFB, FL

* Hurlburt Field, FL

* MacDill AFB, FL

* Patrick AFB, FL

* Tyndall AFB, FL

* Moody AFB, GA

* Robins AFB, GA

* Hickam AFB, HI

* Pearl Harbor, HI

* Pearl Harbor Naval Base, Oahu, HI

* Mountain Home AFB, ID

* Scott AFB, IL

* Grissom AFB, IN

* McConnell AFB, KS

* Barksdale AFB, LA

* Andrews AFB, MD

* Fort Meade, MD

* Fort Meade Naval Facilities, MD

* Linthicum Heights, MD

* White Oak, MD

* Boston, MA

* Hanscom AFB, MA

* Columbus AFB, MS

* Keesler AFB, MS

* Saint Louis, MO

* Saint Louis County, MO

* Whiteman AFB, MO

* Malmstrom AFB, MT

* Offutt AFB, NE

* Omaha, NE

* Nellis AFB, NV

* Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ

* McGuire AFB, NJ

* Cannon AFB, NM

* Holloman AFB, NM

* Kirtland, NM

* Kirtland AFB, NM

* Rome, NY

* Seymour Johnson AFB, NC

* Grand Forks AFB, ND

* Minot, ND

* Minot AFB, ND

* Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

* Altus AFB, OK

* Tinker AFB, OK

* Vance AFB, OK

* Charleston AFB, SC

* Charleston Naval Center, SC

* Shaw AFB, SC

* Ellsworth AFB, SD

* Arnold AFB, TN

* Austin, TX

* Dyess AFB, TX

* Fort Sam Houston, TX

* Goodfellow AFB, TX

* Lackland AFB, TX

* Laughlin AFB, TX

* Randolph AFB, TX

* San Antonio, TX

* Sheppard AFB, TX

* Hill AFB, UT

* Arlington, VA

* Dahlgren, VA

* Hampton County, VA

* Langley AFB, VA

* Pentagon, Arlington, VA

* Fairchild AFB, WA

* Warren AFB, WY

* Remote job

* Telework eligible

* Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

* Relocation expenses reimbursed

* Appointment type

Internships -

* Work schedule

Full-time -

* Service

Competitive

* Promotion potential

* Job family (Series)

0099 General Student Trainee

* Supervisory status

* Security clearance

Secret

* Drug test

* Position sensitivity and risk

Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk

* Trust determination process

Suitability/Fitness

* Announcement number

DHA-FY-23/24-GS-PCIP-JDC

* Control number

746902100

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This job is open to

* Students

Current students enrolled in accredited educational institutions from high school to graduate level. Includes internships, pathways and other student programs.

Clarification from the agency

This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.

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Duties

* You must be a student currently enrolled in an accredited public or other non-profit college or university: Please see Qualifications section for more details.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

* Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.

* U.S. Citizenship is required

* Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov

* Total salary varies depending on location of position

* PCS expenses IF AUTHORIZERD will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations

* This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program

* Position may be subject to random drug testing

* Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays

* Employee must maintain current certifications

* Disclosure of Political Appointments

* This position may reflect a Non-Critical Sensitive clearance or Non-Sensitive.

* Position may require telework

Qualifications

The Air Force Civilian Service is pleased to announce the Air Force Premier College Summer Intern Program. Students in their junior year of a full-time baccalaureate program will be able to apply for a full-time paid summer internship lasting 10-12 weeks during the summer session prior to their senior year. Any individual who meets the following may apply for the DHA Post-Secondary Student Program:

(1) Currently enrolled, and in good academic standing in a full-time program, at a public or other non-profit institution of higher education; AND

(2) Making satisfactory progress toward receipt of a baccalaureate; AND

(3) Completed at least one year of the degree program.

You may be non-competitively converted to a permanent appointment within the PALACE Acquire (PAQ)/Copper Cap (COP) or a similar Program. The target grade of the conversion could be above GS-11. However, it is important to remember that eligibility for conversion does not guarantee you will be offered a permanent position.

General Schedule Salary Table for "Rest of US" (RUS) was used, salaries may vary dependent upon location selected. Please refer to the Salary Tables link for more information:

The Premier College Intern Program targets individuals who are seeking a dynamic career with the Air Force Civilian Service in a variety of career fields by gaining real-world experience. You will be given the opportunity to gain the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to pursue a successful career with the Air Force Civilian Service.

Please note: This is not a developmental opportunity, this position may be filled at the GS-04 or GS-05 grade level, depending on applicant qualifications and organizational requirements.

To qualify for a GS-04: Completion of 2 academic years of post high school study or an associate's degree in a related field of study.

To qualify for a GS-05: Completion of 4 academic years of post-high school study leading to a bachelor's degree or completion of 4 academic years of pre-professional study.

You must be a student currently enrolled in an accredited public or other non-profit college or university:

* Enrolled in an approved program

* Pursing a Baccalaureate Degree or eligible (5 Year program) Seniors

* Enrollment must be in a full-time program

* Have a good academic standing (no less than 2.95 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 grading scale)

* Meet the qualification standards of the position

* Must be at least 16 years of age

* A U.S. citizen or a national (resident of American Samoa or Swains Island)

* Must sign a Participant Agreement.

Applicants must meet requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Other Significant Facts:

1.) Some positions may be deemed drug testing designated positions and require participation in random drug testing.

2.) Incumbent may be subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.

3.) Appointment may be contingent upon passing a physical examination.

4.) Incumbent may be required to obtain and maintain appropriate background investigation or security clearance.

5.) Employment under this announcement will be full-time during the student's summer session, approximately 10-12 weeks.

Note:

There may be additional conditions and/or requirements as determined by the position being filled.

DHA Post-Secondary Students may work full-time schedules during the student's summer session/break.

DHA Post-Secondary Students may be considered for noncompetitive conversion to a permanent appointment within 120 days of completion of degree requirements, if they meet the following:

1. Successfully complete academic course of study with a GPA of at least 2.95.

2. Meet the OPM Qualification requirements for the target position to which the DHA Post-Secondary Student may be converted.

3. Maintain acceptable performance.

It is important to remember that eligibility for conversion to permanent employment is neither automatic nor guaranteed.

You must upload/submit all required documents in order to be considered, i.e., Resume, All transcripts (we will accept unofficial), DD 214, Veterans Award Letter and SF 15 (if applicable).PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. You are required to provide a current official transcript within 30 days following your start date.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

For DHA Positions:

These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the Department of Defense for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates. The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified post-secondary students and recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; these positions may be professional or administrative occupations and are located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location.

* The term "Current post-secondary student" means a person who is currently enrolled in, and in good academic standing at a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and is making satisfactory progress toward receipt of a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and has completed at least one year of the program.

Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. Additionally, if you are serving on a term appointment in the competitive service, you may be converted to a career or career-conditional appointment without further competition.

NOTE: Current federal civilian employees may apply for this position and if selected, a break in service of at least 3 days may be required prior to appointment to this position.

Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

DHA Post-Secondary Students may be considered for noncompetitive conversion to a permanent appointment within 120 days of completion of degree requirements, if they meet the following:

1. Successfully complete academic course of study with a GPA of at least 2.95 (GPA 3.1 for certain engineer positions)

2. Meet the OPM Qualification requirements for the target position to which the DHA Post-Secondary Student may be converted.

3. Maintain acceptable performance.

It is important to remember that eligibility for conversion to permanent employment is neither automatic nor guaranteed.

If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for information regarding Alternate Application. The Vacancy ID is 12067033

If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applications will be evaluated against the Air Force unique qualification standard for student employment. Qualified candidates will be considered in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management.

We will review your application, including an online assessment questionnaire if applicable, to ensure that you meet the requirements to perform in this position satisfactorily.

You must have and maintain a GPA of 2.95 or higher and seeking a degree to be eligible for the program.

Applicants that meets the category will be referred to the selecting official for further review.

Your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications)If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent." It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy. For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.

2. A complete Application Questionnaire

3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name, address, phone number, and last four digits of your social security number.

Veterans' Preference does not apply in the recruitment and hiring procedures of DHA Post-Secondary Students. Selections made under this notice will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Incomplete applications that do not include supporting documentation may be eliminated from consideration. Applicants, who disqualify themselves, in the occupational questionnaire, will not be evaluated further. Your application may not receive appropriate consideration without the required supporting documentation. Falsifying your background, education, and/or experience is cause for not hiring you or removal after hiring.

* Benefits

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* Required Documents

As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application for this Public Notice:

* Online Application - Questionnaire

* Resume - For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Do NOT include photographs (or links to social media such as LinkedIn), inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume.

* Transcripts - if you are basing your qualifications on education or if the position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts

* Veterans' Preference - If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD Form 214, which must include character of service or a Statement of Service/Proof of Service which must include service dates and character of service. In addition, if claiming 10-point preference you must submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces (or documentation of Purple Heart, if applicable) and a SF 15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference).

ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires agencies to treat active duty service member as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligible, when they submit, at the time they apply for a Federal job, a "certification" of active service in lieu of a DD214, assuming the service member is otherwise eligible. A "certification" letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. The "certification" must reflect the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date of submission. The "certification" must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin (if applicable), your rank, dates of active duty service, the type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable). Further, agencies are required to verify a qualifying separation from military service prior to appointment, through the DD214 or other appropriate documentation. Active duty members that fail to provide a valid "certification" of service with their application will be found "not eligible." Military members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

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.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

* How to Apply

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 08/31/2024.To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire.

Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent."

* It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.

* If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy.

* For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.

2. A complete Application Questionnaire

3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name. PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.

Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center

Phone

1-800-###-####

...@CALL.ONLY

Address

AF Force Renewal

550 C Street W

JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150

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Next steps

After you submit your application, you will be contacted if further evaluation or interviews are required.

Your application will remain active through the open period of this Public Notice. Once this Public Notice closes, you must reapply.

* Fair and Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

* Reasonable accommodation policy

* Financial suitability

* Selective Service

* New employee probationary period

* Signature and false statements

* Privacy Act

* Social security number request

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Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application for this Public Notice:

* Online Application - Questionnaire

* Transcripts - if you are basing your qualifications on education or if the position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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How to Apply

* It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.

* If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, you will not be considered for this vacancy.

2. A complete Application Questionnaire

Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center

Phone

1-800-###-####

...@CALL.ONLY

Address

AF Force Renewal

550 C Street W

JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150

Learn more about this agency

Next steps

After you submit your application, you will be contacted if further evaluation or interviews are required.

Your application will remain active through the open period of this Public Notice. Once this Public Notice closes, you must reapply.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

* Reasonable accommodation policy

* Financial suitability

* Selective Service

* New employee probationary period

* Signature and false statements

* Privacy Act

* Social security number request

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Overview

* Accepting applications

* Open & closing dates

09/01/2023 to 08/31/2024

* Salary

$34,584 - $49,009 per year

* Pay scale & grade

GS 4 - 5

* Locations

Few vacancies in the following locations:

* Gunter AFB, AL

* Maxwell AFB, AL

* Clear AFB, AK

* Eielson AFB, AK

* Show more locations (92)

* Elmendorf AF

2024-07-24

Student Trainee, Department of the Air Force, Fort George G Meade, MD

Student Trainee

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