About the role#
This is a paid, full-time student internship for Summer 2027. The position operates under the Pathways Student Internship Authority, which provides students with professional experience within a federal agency. The role is offered on a hybrid basis.
What you'll do#
- Assemble PowerPoint presentation packages for division briefings.
- Prepare and type documents using Microsoft Word.
- Perform routine office and technical tasks to support program operations.
- Assist division members with special projects.
- Manage data entry, editing, and report creation using Microsoft Access and Excel.
- Monitor and track administrative activities and efforts.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment at least half-time in an accredited educational institution, pursuing a degree or certificate in fields such as Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or Human Resources.
- Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- Completion of at least 480 hours of work experience before degree completion.
- US Citizenship or status as a US National.
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service or exempt.
- Ability to pass a background investigation, fingerprint check, and E-Verify employment verification.
- Signed participant agreement.
- Education requirements: GS-02 requires a high school diploma or GED; GS-03 requires one full academic year of post-high school study; GS-04 requires two full academic years of post-high school study.
Location & details#
Positions are located within the USDA Farm Service Agency Southwest Region. Eligible states include Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Kansas, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and Utah. Specific duty locations are negotiable.
About USDA
The United States Department of Agriculture is a federal executive department. It manages government policy regarding farming, food, and agriculture. The agency works to support ranchers and farmers while promoting agricultural trade. It also oversees food safety, rural community development, and natural resource protection. The department maintains offices in Washington, DC and other locations.
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