Come make the most of your internship at the National Institutes of Health (NIH)! The NIH is the premier biomedical research center for the world. Its 27 Institutes and Centers employ approximately 18,000 employees doing a vast array of jobs, all supporting efforts for a healthy nation. This is an opportunity to work with top professionals who exemplify and promote creative discoveries, innovative strategies, and collaborative exchange of information. Be a part of the mission- apply now!
For information on the NIH mission, goals, and Institutes and Centers, visit NIH Overview.
Summary
Come make the most of your internship at the National Institutes of Health (NIH)! The NIH is the premier biomedical research center for the world. Its 27 Institutes and Centers employ approximately 18,000 employees doing a vast array of jobs, all supporting efforts for a healthy nation. This is an opportunity to work with top professionals who exemplify and promote creative discoveries, innovative strategies, and collaborative exchange of information. Be a part of the mission- apply now!
For information on the NIH mission, goals, and Institutes and Centers, visit NIH Overview.
As a Student Trainee (Biological Science Laboratory Technician), your typical work assignments may include:
Performing a variety of standard and non-standard tests, examinations, and procedures in support of one or more higher-level technicians/scientists
Performing delicate manipulative work using specially designed tubes, glassware, and equipment
Calibrating, operating, and maintaining laboratory equipment which may include routine preparation and production of reagents, antigens, buffers, vaccines, and/or other biological material
Preparing and maintaining detailed and precise records of experiments
Must be at least 16 years old by the closing date of this announcement.
Must have obtained and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. We do not round.
Position is subject to a background investigation.
Must be a U.S. citizen prior to conversion to a career-conditional appt.
Qualifications
To be eligible, you must be currently enrolled on at least a half-time basis at an accredited educational institute in a degree-seeking program for Spring 2018, OR accepted for enrollment on at least a half-time basis in an accredited educational institution for Summer or Fall 2018. These institutions include (but are not limited to):
High School
College (including 4-year colleges/universities, community college, and junior college)
Professional, Technical, Vocational, and Trade School
Advanced Degree Program
Certificate Program
A note about certificate programs: Certificate programs are defined as post-secondary education in a qualifying educational institute and must be equivalent to at least one academic year of full-time study, as defined by your university. The certificate program must also bea part of an accredited college-level, technical, vocational, trade, or business school curriculum.
Other qualifying educational institutions
The Pathways Program requires students to be enrolled in one of the curriculums stated above throughout the duration of their appointment with NIH.
Other qualifications:
Applicants must be 16 years of age by the closing date of the announcement.
You must possess a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. We do not round. GPA is based on current enrollment.
This announcement is open to U.S. citizens, non-citizens, national or legal permanent residents.
Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by June 30, 2018, unless otherwise noted.
To qualify for the GS-1: You must be enrolled in a high school or General Education Diploma (GED) program.
To qualify for the GS-2: You must have completed the requirements for a high school diploma or GED OR 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-1 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: operating standard laboratory equipment; and performing basic laboratory procedures such as weighing, measuring liquids, cleaning glassware, sterilization of culture rooms, transfer hoods, glassware instruments, media or similar procedures.
To qualify for the GS-3: You must have completed at least one (1) full year of post high school education OR 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-2 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: performing laboratory tests (under close supervision); operating standard laboratory equipment; and performing basic laboratory procedures such as weighing, measuring liquids, cleaning glassware, sterilization of culture rooms, transfer hoods, glassware instruments, media or similar procedures.
To qualify for the GS-4: You must have completed at least two (2) full academic years of post high school study or an associate's degree OR 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-03 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: preparing and maintaining detailed and precise records of experiments; maintaining laboratory areas fit for purpose and following established safety procedures; and operating standard laboratory equipment such as autoclave, automatic pipetting machine, centrifuge, homogenizers, pH meters analytical balance, incubator, scintillation counter, spectrophotometer, light microscope, laminar hood flow, or similar instruments; prepares routine slides of tissues.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
A combination of education and specialized experience can be used to meet the qualification requirements for this position.
Education
You must submit a copy of your transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Your transcript must demonstrate that you are currently enrolled on at least a half-time basis at an accredited institution and possess a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. We do not round.
If you are enrolled for the Summer or Fall 2018 semester and do not yet have a transcript, please provide an acceptance or enrollment verification letter with your application (e.g. a graduating high school student that is enrolled for a bachelor's degree program for Fall 2018 must provide proof of acceptance).
Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer.
Applicants who have completed their education outside of the U.S. must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization and must provide a copy of the evaluation prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education. Students participating in Study Abroad programs will still need to furnish transcript documentation from the host or home school verifying current enrollment status, accreditation and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
Additional information
This announcement accepts applications during the open period, 04/02/2018-04/02/2018. However, there will be a 50 applicant cut-off. This announcement will close at 11:59PM EST on the day the 50th application is received. Early submission of your application is highly encouraged.
This position is a temporary Student Trainee position with a not-to-exceed (NTE) date of September 30, 2018. Managers will have the option to extend these appointments on a case-by-case basis. Extensions are not guaranteed and are held at the Agency's discretion.
Student Trainees and their supervisors must sign a Pathways Participant Agreement which outlines expectations for the internship prior to entrance on duty.
A cumulative GPA of 3.0 of higher on a 4.0 scale is required throughout the duration of the program.
Students graduating in May or June 2018 and are not enrolled for a new degree-seeking program after graduation will be rated ineligible for this position.
Applicants under 18 years of age will require a work permit prior to appointment.
This announcement can be used to fill a variety of scientific support positions such as: Biological Science Technician (0404), Health Specialist (0601), Public Health Analyst (0685), and Health Technician (0640). Non-competitive conversion may be made to either a one-grade or two-grade interval position, depending on the agency's needs. An individual participating in the Student Trainee Program who otherwise meets the Program requirements for conversion (i.e., work hours, satisfactory performance, educational requirements, training completed, etc.) may be converted to a position that has an established career ladder.
While conversion is not guaranteed, Student Trainees, with U.S. citizenship, may be converted to a career-conditional appointment (permanent, or to a term position lasting 1-4 years) within 120 days of successful completion of all program requirements as specified by the Pathways Participant Agreement. Student Trainees must work 640 hours prior to graduation in order to be eligible for conversion.
Student Trainees appointed for less than 90 days in duration are generally not eligible for benefits.
Additional selections may be made through this vacancy announcement across the NIH.
This position is designated as a "non-emergency/non-teleworker" position and the selected candidate will be considered a "non-emergency/non-teleworker" employee.
The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Traditional rating and ranking of applications does not apply to this vacancy. Applications will be evaluated against the basic qualifications.
Veteran's Preference does apply. If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you MUST submit supporting documents with your application package to verify your preference claim and receive preference. These documents may include, but are not limited to: DD-214 member 4 copy (which indicates character of service), SF-15, VA Letter and/or Activation/Deactivation orders. If you are a veteran, click here for additional information and about required documents.
Selections will be made in preference order. All individuals in the highest preference group must be selected before making selections from the next lower preference eligible group. All preference eligibles must be selected before making selections from the non-preference eligible group.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package, which includes:
Your resume (see How to Apply section for requirements) and cover letter (if you wish to submit one)
Responses to the online questionnaire
Official or unofficial transcript, or acceptance/enrollment verification letter. Education documents must show enrollment, GPA, and status at accredited institution.
Other supporting documents including:
Veteran documents: DD-214 member 4 copy, SF-15, VA letter, etc.
Do not submit any other supplementary documentation that is not requested of you. We will not use this documentation.
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
To ensure your information is secure, please redact social security numbers and birth dates. Original copies may be requested if you are hired.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
Your Resume:
Must clearly articulate how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. For each position you must describe your duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities. Your resume must also include the day, month, and year that you began and ended for each position held. Full-time employment will be assumed unless otherwise stated on your resume. Part-time employment will be prorated in crediting experience. Not providing this information may result in the lowering of your assessment score or an ineligible rating. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself on your resume or cover letter. We will not access web pages linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications. For resume writing guidance, please visit the USAJOBS Resource Center or view their video tutorial.
Your educational documents:
To qualify based on education: You must meet the Basic Requirement above and submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
You will NOT be considered under Pathways unless you provide supporting information from your school. Documentation may be provided in letter format from your academic advisor, school counselor, admission office, etc. to prove enrollment OR it may be provided in the form of several official documents from your school such as a copy of your official transcripts and a copy of your class schedule for next semester. Copies of documents from your school website are acceptable if they contain all relevant information as listed above. Letters from advisors or other school officials must be on school letterhead.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
A complete Assessment Questionnaire
Other required supporting documents (See the Required Documents section for any additional forms and/or supplemental materials required.)
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
For additional information, click on the links below:
National Institutes of Health
2115 East Jefferson Street
Rockville, MD 20851
US
Next steps
This announcement accepts applicants during the open period: 04/02/2018 to 04/02/2018 however, there will be a 50 applicant cut-off. This announcement will close at 11:59PM EST on the day the 50th application is received. Early submission of your application is highly encouraged.
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Within 15 business days of the closing date, 04/02/2018, your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application. In addition, you may also check your status online at USAJOBS.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package, which includes:
Your resume (see How to Apply section for requirements) and cover letter (if you wish to submit one)
Responses to the online questionnaire
Official or unofficial transcript, or acceptance/enrollment verification letter. Education documents must show enrollment, GPA, and status at accredited institution.
Other supporting documents including:
Veteran documents: DD-214 member 4 copy, SF-15, VA letter, etc.
Do not submit any other supplementary documentation that is not requested of you. We will not use this documentation.
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
To ensure your information is secure, please redact social security numbers and birth dates. Original copies may be requested if you are hired.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
Your Resume:
Must clearly articulate how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. For each position you must describe your duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities. Your resume must also include the day, month, and year that you began and ended for each position held. Full-time employment will be assumed unless otherwise stated on your resume. Part-time employment will be prorated in crediting experience. Not providing this information may result in the lowering of your assessment score or an ineligible rating. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself on your resume or cover letter. We will not access web pages linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications. For resume writing guidance, please visit the USAJOBS Resource Center or view their video tutorial.
Your educational documents:
To qualify based on education: You must meet the Basic Requirement above and submit a legible copy of transcripts from an accredited institution with your name, school name, credit hours, course level, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Transcripts do not need to be official, but if you are selected for this position and you used your education to qualify, you must provide official transcripts before you begin work.
You will NOT be considered under Pathways unless you provide supporting information from your school. Documentation may be provided in letter format from your academic advisor, school counselor, admission office, etc. to prove enrollment OR it may be provided in the form of several official documents from your school such as a copy of your official transcripts and a copy of your class schedule for next semester. Copies of documents from your school website are acceptable if they contain all relevant information as listed above. Letters from advisors or other school officials must be on school letterhead.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
A complete Assessment Questionnaire
Other required supporting documents (See the Required Documents section for any additional forms and/or supplemental materials required.)
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
For additional information, click on the links below:
National Institutes of Health
2115 East Jefferson Street
Rockville, MD 20851
US
Next steps
This announcement accepts applicants during the open period: 04/02/2018 to 04/02/2018 however, there will be a 50 applicant cut-off. This announcement will close at 11:59PM EST on the day the 50th application is received. Early submission of your application is highly encouraged.
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Within 15 business days of the closing date, 04/02/2018, your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application. In addition, you may also check your status online at USAJOBS.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
