This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/466859000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) is the research arm of the U.S. Department of Agriculture whose mission is finding solutions to agricultural problems of high national importance. The Pathways Student Internship Program provides students with a meaningful paid work experience in a Federal agency while still in school.
Internships are open to individuals who have been accepted for enrollment or who are enrolled and seeking a degree from a qualifying educational institution on a full or half-time basis.
Upon successful completion of the internship program, students MAY be non-competitively converted to a term or permanent position; however, conversion eligibility is not an entitlement of the Student Internship Program.
This appointment is not to exceed 120 Days and may be extended in increments not-to-exceed 1 year or less for up to 8 years in total, as long as the student remains eligible for the program.
PLEASE NOTE: These positions will be filled at the GS-01, GS-02, GS-03 or GS-04 levels. There is no promotion potential beyond the grade level for which you may be selected.
Salary listed in this announcement is a basic rate of pay. Locality pay will be determined based on the duty location of the position. Work schedules are both part time and full time.
MANRRS, or Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences, is a great source of high quality, early career scientists. ARS is announcing Pathways Intern positions to coincide with the MANRRS annual conference in Pittsburgh, PA (March 29, 2017-April 1, 2017). Interested candidates can apply to these Intern position with Not to Exceed (NTE) dates via USAJOBS.
The Agricultural Research Service advertises student internship positions on USAJOBS throughout the year as part of our overall recruitment strategy.
Learn more about this agency03/30/2017 to 04/05/2017
$18,526 - $33,164 per year
GS 01 - 04
6 vacancies in the following locations:
Not required
No
Internships
Multiple Schedules
04
No
ARS-PATH-17-MANRRS-0035
466859000
As a trainee, you will perform duties in support of the mission of the unit assigned. Typical, but not all inclusive, duties include the following:
Students must be at least 16 years of age and meet Federal, State and Local laws governing the employment of minors.
Must be in good academic standing as defined by the educational institution.
Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
If you are newly hired, the documentation you present for purposes of completing the Department Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 on your entry-on-duty date will be verified through the DHS "E-VERIFY" system. Federal law requires the use of E-VERIFY to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. Under this system, the new hire is required to resolve any identified discrepancies as a condition of continued employment.
Must be a U.S. citizen prior to non-competitive conversion to a term or permanent position.
Program Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment at a qualifying educational institution on a full or half-time basis in a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.) seeking program and be in good academic standing. The duties of the position must be related to either the student’s academic or career goals.
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet the qualification requirements stated below:
GS-0399-01 – Enrollment in a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) program.
GS-0399-02 – Completion of high school or GED diploma.
GS-0399-03 – Completion of 1 full academic year of post-high school study.
GS-0399-04 – Completion of 2 full academic years of post-high school study or an associate’s degree.
All academic degrees or course work must be completed in an educational institution that has obtained accreditation from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see http://www.edu.gov/
A post-secondary certificate program must have been completed at a qualified educational institution equivalent to at least 1 academic year or full-time study that is part of an accredited college-level, technical, trade, vocational, or business school curriculum.
This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Commuter Transit Subsidy: pending the availability of budgeted funds/allocations
Telework and/or flexible Work Schedule: Upon supervisor approval
Background Investigation and Fingerprint Check: Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check) and a background investigation.
Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition (ICTAP): If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, provide proof of eligibility to include your most recent performance appraisal, SF-50, and proof of eligibility such as a RIF separation notice or letter from OPM/your agency. Information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility is on OPMs Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp .
Persons with Disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact: USDAs TARGET Center at 202-720-2600 (voice and TDD).
Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/reasonable-accomodations/
EEO Policy Statement: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/diversity-and-inclusion/reports/#url=Federal-Equal-Opportunity-and-Recruitment-Program.
Veterans Information: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-authorities/veterans-authorities/#url=Overview
Conditions of Employment: Selection for this position is contingent upon: 1) completion of Form OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment during the pre-employment process and 2) proof of U.S. citizenship or, for non-citizens, proof of authorization to work in the United States. For a list of documents that may be used to provide proof of citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, please refer to Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, available at http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-9.pdf
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Note: If, after reviewing your resume and / or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you provided false documentation, you will be removed from consideration.
Individuals will be evaluated against the OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Schedule D, Pathways Internship Positions.
The following documents are required for your application to be complete. Our office cannot be responsible for incompatible software, illegible fax transmissions, delays in mail service, your system failure or downtime, etc. Encrypted and digitally signed documents will not be accepted. Failure to submit required, legible documents may result in loss of consideration.
You must submit the documents below if you claim any of the following:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Please follow steps 1-3 to apply for this position:
Step 1: Create a USAJOBs account (if you do not already have one) at www.usajobs.gov. It is recommended that as part of your profile, you set up automatic email notification to be informed when the status of your application changes. If you choose not to set up this automatic notification, then you will have to log into your USAJOBS account to check on the status of your application.
Step 2: Create a Resume with USAJOBS or upload a Resume into your USAJOBS account. You may want to customize your resume to ensure it documents duties and accomplishments you have gained that are directly related to the positions you are applying for. In addition, your resume should include your GPA/academic standing, degree program and major/concentration, work and/or volunteer experience and references.
Step 3: Click “Apply Online” and attach any additional documents that may be required. You can update your application or documents anytime while the announcement is open. Simply log into your USAJOBS account and click on “Application Status”. Click on the position title, and then select “Update Application” to continue.
USDA Student Trainees who study veterinary or biological science or attend an 1890 Land Grant university, 1994 Tribal College, or Hispanic Serving Institution, may be eligible for the USDA Scholars Program to receive scholarship as well as a university grant for room and board.
If you set up your USAJOBS account to send automatic email notifications, you will receive an email acknowledging: 1) the submission of your online Occupational Questionnaire and resume was successful, 2) if you were referred to the selecting official for consideration, and 3) if you were selected or not selected. If you choose not to set up automatic email notifications, you must check your USAJOBS account for the latest status of your application. Your application may be reviewed to verify that you meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements for the position prior to issuing lists to a selecting official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted. Normally, a final job offer to the selected candidate is made within 30-60 days after the issuance of the certificate.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/466859000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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