About the role#
The USDA Farm Service Agency is hiring Student Trainees to work as Loan Specialists. This is a paid, full-time internship under the Pathways Student Internship Authority. You will receive on-the-job training in programs and activities at State or County offices. This role is designed to provide practical experience that complements your formal education. You must serve a 2-year trial period, and you may be eligible for non-competitive conversion to a permanent position upon successful completion of the program requirements.
What you'll do#
- Perform farm loan program work.
- Track, maintain, and report on the status of assigned projects.
- Log proposals in the electronic tracking system.
- Ensure financial and technical reports are received and approved.
- Greet and receive visitors.
- Send, receive, and distribute correspondence.
- Assemble award documents and ensure packages are complete and accurate.
What you'll need#
- You must be a US Citizen or US National.
- You must be enrolled at least half-time at a qualifying educational institution in a field such as Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, or other related areas.
- You must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
- You must complete at least 480 hours of work experience prior to graduation.
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service or exempt.
- You must sign a participant agreement and pass a background investigation or fingerprint check.
- You must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
Location & details#
- Work modality: Hybrid.
- Locations: Positions are located within the FSA Midwest Region, including Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin, and Ohio.
- This is a full-time, paid position.
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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