About the role#
The PALACE Acquire internship offers a structured 2 to 3 year training plan. This program is designed to develop your skills through hands-on experience, leading to a permanent position upon successful completion of your training. You will work on defense systems acquisition while navigating complex projects and problem-solving tasks.
What you'll do#
- Build knowledge in Acquisition Program Management principles, methods, and techniques.
- Learn the fundamental precepts of defense systems acquisition.
- Support the development of acquisition logistics for the operation and maintenance of systems.
- Carry out special projects to gain practical experience and training.
- Perform tasks designed to increase your proficiency in acquisition program management.
What you'll need#
- A 4-year bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- Documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance.
- Ability to meet suitability requirements for Federal employment.
- Compliance with Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) requirements.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship.
- Geographic mobility is a condition of employment, and you must sign an Air Force-wide mobility agreement.
- You may be required to work evenings, weekends, or holidays, and shift work or emergency overtime may occur.
- Work may require travel on military or commercial aircraft.
- Locations include Maxwell AFB (AL), Edwards AFB (CA), Los Angeles (CA), Eglin AFB (FL), MacDill AFB (FL), Robins AFB (GA), Scott AFB (IL), Hanscom AFB (MA), Wright-Patterson AFB (OH), Tinker AFB (OK), Arnold AFB (TN), Lackland AFB (TX), Hill AFB (UT), and Langley AFB (VA).
About United States Air Force
The United States Air Force is a government agency founded in 1947. It operates within the defense and space manufacturing sector. The organization focuses on air, space, and cyberspace operations. It maintains a large workforce of over 246,000 personnel. The headquarters is located at Randolph AFB in Texas.
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