About the role#
This is a paid, full-time summer internship with the USDA Farm Service Agency. This role operates under the Pathways Student Internship Authority, which provides students with professional experience within a federal agency. You will gain hands-on experience in program administration and office operations while continuing your academic studies.
What you'll do#
- Assemble PowerPoint presentation packages for division briefings.
- Prepare and type documents using Microsoft Word.
- Support division members by assisting with various special projects.
- Perform routine office and technical work to support program administration.
- Use Microsoft Access and Excel to enter data, create reports, and track project activities.
What you'll need#
- U.S. Citizenship or National status.
- Enrollment at least half-time in an accredited high school, college, or graduate institution.
- A minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Completion of 480 hours of work experience prior to graduation.
- Registration with the Selective Service (for males born after 12/31/1959).
- Ability to pass a background investigation, fingerprint check, and E-Verify screening.
- A signed participant agreement.
- Academic focus in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or Human Resources.
Location & details#
- Locations: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
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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