About the role#
The United States Air Force offers a formal internship program designed to prepare recent graduates for careers as Federal employees. This program focuses on developing competent and effective professionals through training, mentorship, and hands-on assignments. You will work on projects that support Air Force operations and gain experience in IT principles, program management, and systems acquisition.
What you'll do#
- Develop knowledge in applying IT principles, methods, and techniques to real-world assignments.
- Assist in planning, organizing, and managing software and hardware systems acquisition.
- Participate in the development and maintenance of management information systems to support customer needs.
- Conduct special projects that utilize your training and professional development.
- Assess IT systems and equipment to ensure they meet project requirements.
- Present findings and proposals while working directly with customers.
- Keep current with emerging technologies and professional developments in the field.
- Participate in requirements determination for Cyberspace and Information Technology systems.
What you'll need#
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- A bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement for GS-7 or a master's degree for GS-9.
- A degree in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management, or at least 24 semester hours in these fields.
- A minimum GPA of 2.95 out of 4.0.
- All educational requirements must be completed by June 2027.
- Males must be registered for the Selective Service.
- Ability to meet suitability requirements for Federal employment and maintain necessary certifications.
- You may be required to relocate during or after your training.
- You must submit transcripts to verify your education.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site position with locations available in Arlington, Virginia, and throughout various states including Texas, California, Florida, Alaska, Wyoming, Utah, Massachusetts, Hawaii, Mississippi, New Mexico, Alabama, Nebraska, Colorado, Georgia, South Carolina, Illinois, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Ohio.
- This is a rolling opportunity.
- This position may require work outside of normal duty hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
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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