Student Trainee Engineering

Student Trainee (Engineering and Architecture)

Department of the Army

US Army Civilian Human Resources Agency

Qualifications

Who May Apply: To be eligible for consideration you must meet the definition of post-secondary student as defined below:

Post-Secondary Student: a person who, (1) is currently enrolled in, and in good academic standing at, a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and (2) is making satisfactory progress towards receipt of a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and (3) has completed at least one year of the program.

Salary

$36,464 - $55,183 per year

Locations

Huntsville, AL

4 vacancies

Mobile, AL

4 vacancies

Little Rock, AR

2 vacancies

Davis, CA

2 vacancies

Los Angeles, CA

7 vacancies

Wellington, FL

1 vacancy

West Palm Beach, FL

1 vacancy

Savannah, GA

5 vacancies

Fort Riley, KS

1 vacancy

Louisville, KY

1 vacancy

Concord, MA

4 vacancies

Saint Paul, MN

3 vacancies

Fort Leonard Wood, MO

1 vacancy

Kansas City, MO

4 vacancies

Lake City, MO

1 vacancy

Whiteman AFB, MO

1 vacancy

Vicksburg, MS

2 vacancies

Wilmington, NC

1 vacancy

Tulsa, OK

1 vacancy

Portland, OR

4 vacancies

Fort Worth, TX

2 vacancies

Winchester, VA

3 vacancies

Seattle, WA

10 vacancies

Walla Walla, WA

7 vacancies

Relocation expenses reimbursed (No)

Appointment type

Internships - Term

Work schedule

Full-time

Summary

About the Position: The Student Intern Program provides selectees an exciting opportunity to embark on a training and development path for a successful career as an Army Civilian employee. Students may also receive payment for tuition/training, which is subject to availability, and potential conversion into full-time positions upon graduation. Don't wait! Apply now to start your Army Civilian internship today!

This position is being filled under the Direct Hire Authority for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates.

The Student Intern Program offers post-secondary students 12 weeks of full-time employment, up to 480 hours, during the summer months. Employment dates will vary depending on when summer break begins for each college, however, the earliest start date is the end of May. Actual length of employment is contingent upon budget and workload. Employment is intended to continue each subsequent year during the summer months while the student is enrolled in a degree program.

MAY be non-competitively converted to a career/career-conditional appointment within 120 days of successful completion of academic program.

Pay will vary by grade level and geographic location.

Duties

• As a Student Trainee (Engineering and Architecture), the incumbent will work under closer supervision performing assignments and completing training. At the full-performance level, you will be expected to:
• Perform a variety of standardized and non-standardized engineering tasks to accomplish or provide technical support on assigned projects.
• Assist in design analysis and modifications by compiling, computing, tabulating and making graphic or model presentations of pertinent data.
• Review specifications, drawings, technical reports and other documentation.
• Research standard references, guides, precedents and other sources to obtain pertinent technical information.
• Prepare drawings and sketches using familiar methods, procedures and data inputs.
• Conduct tests on materials and equipment which involves collecting and preparing samples, adjusting and operating equipment, recording instrument readings and evaluating test data.

Basic Requirements:

In order to qualify, you must meet the education requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant education and experience.

Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

GS-03 Minimum Qualifications:

Education: To qualify at the GS-03 level, students must have completed 1 academic year of post-high school study (one year of full-time academic study is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university).

GS-04 Minimum Qualifications:

Education: To qualify at the GS-04 level, students must have completed 2 academic years of post-high school study or associate's degree (one year of full-time academic study is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university).