The NASA Pathways Intern Program provides students with the opportunity to explore NASA careers and gain meaningful developmental work experience. This position(s) is for entry level positions within these occupational areas at various locations throughout the Marshall Space Flight Center and will allow interns to gain valuable experience while contributing to critical engineering programs such as - leading the development of NASA's Space Launch System -- the most powerful rocket ever built -- to carry human explorers, their equipment and science payloads deeper into space than ever before, to an asteroid and to Mars; building elements of the International Space Station and managing the astronauts' work on the growing number of science programs in orbit is advancing the technology and knowledge about living and working in space that are vital for deep-space missions and a journey to Mars; and, developing safe, affordable space vehicles, telescopes, instruments and other systems that use the unique vantage point of space to look back at Earth and out into the universe.
All these efforts increase understanding and create real benefits for life on Earth, while preparing the way for long-term, high-value research and discovery missions in deep space. Interested interns can learn more about Marshall programs at: http://www.nasa.gov/centers/marshall/missions/about.html
COMMENT: INTERNS SELECTED ARE EXPECTED TO REPORT FOR DUTY FROM JUNE 2017 THRU AUGUST 2017.
The first 75 applications received will be considered and any applications received up until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time the day the limit is reached to accommodate applicants in different time zones.
Summary
The NASA Pathways Intern Program provides students with the opportunity to explore NASA careers and gain meaningful developmental work experience. This position(s) is for entry level positions within these occupational areas at various locations throughout the Marshall Space Flight Center and will allow interns to gain valuable experience while contributing to critical engineering programs such as - leading the development of NASA's Space Launch System -- the most powerful rocket ever built -- to carry human explorers, their equipment and science payloads deeper into space than ever before, to an asteroid and to Mars; building elements of the International Space Station and managing the astronauts' work on the growing number of science programs in orbit is advancing the technology and knowledge about living and working in space that are vital for deep-space missions and a journey to Mars; and, developing safe, affordable space vehicles, telescopes, instruments and other systems that use the unique vantage point of space to look back at Earth and out into the universe.
All these efforts increase understanding and create real benefits for life on Earth, while preparing the way for long-term, high-value research and discovery missions in deep space. Interested interns can learn more about Marshall programs at: http://www.nasa.gov/centers/marshall/missions/about.html
COMMENT: INTERNS SELECTED ARE EXPECTED TO REPORT FOR DUTY FROM JUNE 2017 THRU AUGUST 2017.
The first 75 applications received will be considered and any applications received up until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time the day the limit is reached to accommodate applicants in different time zones.
The purpose of the Pathways Intern Employment Program is to provide the intern with exposure to public service, enhance educational experience, and provide financial support to encourage and support educational goals. The program is formally structured to give interns the opportunity to work in positions related to their academic/career goals. Participant completes assigned duties, tasks, and readings and developmental activities specified in the program. We are seeking students who have a core foundation of critical thinking, are self-motivated, and who work well with teams. You will support experienced professional employees and will engage in trainee experiences based on your current educational level.
Must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree-seeking student
Must be taking at least half-time academic course load
Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.9 or higher on a scale of 4.0
Must be at least 16 years old
To receive consideration, you must submit a resume and answer NASA-specific questions. The NASA questions appear after you submit your resume and are transferred to the NASA web site. If you successfully apply, USAJOBS will show your application status as 'Received'. If your status is 'Application Status Not Available', you have not successfully applied. Do not rely on a USAJOBS email to confirm successful application. Only an email from NASA confirms a successful application.
You will be expected to comply with Center Pathways Policies identified in the vacancy announcement.
You will serve a trial period for the duration of the Intern appointment.
You will be required to sign a Pathways Participant Agreement which includes: Description of duties, work schedule, length of appointment and termination date, mentorship opportunities, training requirements, performance evaluation, requirements for continuation in and successful completion of the program, minimum requirements for non-competitive conversion to a term or permanent appointment in the competitive service, and show proof that he/she is maintaining a grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.9 by providing official transcripts after completing each semester or quarter of study.
Qualifications
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION, YOU MUST: a. Be a U.S. citizen; b. Be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment; c. Be enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) as a degree seeking student in an accredited educational institution; d. Be enrolled at least half-time as defined by your educational institution; e. Have and maintain a grade point average (GPA) of at least a 2.9 (on a 4.0 scale); and f. Undergraduate students must have at least 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours remaining prior to graduation.
STARTING GS GRADE LEVELS ARE DETERMINED BY EDUCATION LEVEL: GS-05: Enrolled in a certificate program or bachelor's degree program and have completed at least 60 semester hours or at least 90 quarter hours of undergraduate education.
GS-07: Accepted in a master's or juris doctor program OR in the first year of a master's or juris doctor program.
Education
You must be pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university with major study in engineering, physical science, mathematics, life sciences, computer science, or other field of science. Engineering degree programs must be from a school with at least one engineering program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). Degree programs in other acceptable majors must be from colleges or universities accredited by the Department of Education.
The following major is preferred: Electrical Engineering
Many NASA positions have specific educational requirements, so we encourage you to provide a complete description of your educational achievements.
Additional information
You must meet eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
You will be considered for the highest grade for which you qualify.
Interns may be promoted to higher grades based on the amount of education completed, student trainee work experience, and acceptable performance. The promotion potential of the position to which you may be converted is (GS-13); however, promotions are not guaranteed.
Interns may be considered for conversion to a term or permanent appointment within 120 days of completion of degree requirements provided they:
1. Successfully complete an academic course of study with a grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.90 (on a 4.00 scale) and provide proof that the degree was conferred; 2. Complete a minimum of 640 hours of work experience under the Internship Program before completing degree requirements; 3. Meet the qualification requirements for the position to which they are converted; 4. Maintain acceptable performance; 5. Receive a favorable recommendation for conversion from his/her supervisor; and 6. Receive at least a fully successful or equivalent performance rating on the final evaluation.
Eligibility for conversion does not guarantee that NASA will offer conversion.
If you are tentatively selected for this position, you may be required to undergo a pre-employment background investigation.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, who are 18 but not yet 26 years old, must be registered with the selective service system (or have an exemption) to be eligible for federal employment. For additional information or to register, click here (http://www.sss.gov/default.htm).
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The payment of relocation expenses is not authorized.
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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.
We will review your application, including your answers to the NASA-specific questions, to ensure that you meet eligibility requirements and minimum qualifications. Candidates may be further evaluated based on preferred areas of study described above.
Veterans' preference applies in the hiring process. In order to receive preference in hiring, you must clearly identify your claim for veterans' preference when you apply. Veteran's preference will only be considered based on what is supported. For instance, if you claim 10-point preference, but are only able to document 5-point preference, you will be considered accordingly. For more information about Veterans' Preference, please visit this link.
Falsifying your background, education, and/or experience is cause for not hiring you or removal after hiring.
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.
NASA's application process has been specifically developed to ensure that we only ask you for information we absolutely need to evaluate your qualifications and eligibility. In order to apply for this position, you only need to submit your resume and answer the NASA supplemental questions. No additional documentation is accepted at the time of application. In this way we allow you to focus on preparing a resume that best describes your background and abilities. Nothing further is required until requested by the Human Resources Office. At that point, we may ask you to submit documentation to support statements made in your resume. For example, we may ask you to provide academic transcripts.
If you are claiming veterans' preference, we may ask you to submit proof of veterans' preference (DD-214, and, if claiming 10-point preference, SF-15 plus proof required by that form).
If you fail to provide the required documents within the stated time period, we may withdraw a job offer and/or remove you from further consideration.
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.
Before you begin the application process, please read the vacancy announcement carefully and have all required information available. Failure to submit a resume that contains all of the required information may result in loss of consideration.
Your application must be received no later than midnight Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You may begin the process of submitting your resume by clicking on the 'Apply Online' link. In order to be considered, you must submit a resume using the resume builder available on the USAJobs site.
NASA does not accept uploaded resumes created outside of the USAJobs resume builder process. Additionally, NASA does not accept documents attached through the USAJobs' document attachment feature. Once you submit your resume to NASA, you will be transferred to a NASA website and asked to complete a short series of NASA-specific questions.
You must finish the entire process in order to have a complete application package and receive consideration. Your answers will not be saved unless you finish the entire application. If you successfully apply, USAJobs will show your application status as 'resume received - complete' (if your status is 'Application Started', you have not successfully applied.) Do not rely on a USAJOBS email to confirm successful application. Only an email from NASA confirms a successful application. If you are unable to apply electronically for this position, submit your resume to: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) 4200 Rideout Road Resume Operations Center/Mailstop: HS50 Marshall Space Flight Center, AL 35812.
DO NOT submit your resume directly to the Center advertising this vacancy. Mailed resumes must be received by the close of business on the closing date of the announcement. Hard copy resume requirements are provided at: Hard Copy Resume Requirements.
NASA's Resume Operations Center
4200 Rideout Road, Mailstop HS50
Marshall Space Flight Center, AL 35812
US
Next steps
If you are found qualified, you may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. Whether or not you are contacted for an interview depends upon the location of the position and the judgment of the selecting official.
If you are selected, you will be notified by phone or email with a tentative job offer pending verification that you meet all eligibility and qualification requirements. An official, written firm job offer will only be issued once all requirements have been verified.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
NASA's application process has been specifically developed to ensure that we only ask you for information we absolutely need to evaluate your qualifications and eligibility. In order to apply for this position, you only need to submit your resume and answer the NASA supplemental questions. No additional documentation is accepted at the time of application. In this way we allow you to focus on preparing a resume that best describes your background and abilities. Nothing further is required until requested by the Human Resources Office. At that point, we may ask you to submit documentation to support statements made in your resume. For example, we may ask you to provide academic transcripts.
If you are claiming veterans' preference, we may ask you to submit proof of veterans' preference (DD-214, and, if claiming 10-point preference, SF-15 plus proof required by that form).
If you fail to provide the required documents within the stated time period, we may withdraw a job offer and/or remove you from further consideration.
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.
Before you begin the application process, please read the vacancy announcement carefully and have all required information available. Failure to submit a resume that contains all of the required information may result in loss of consideration.
Your application must be received no later than midnight Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You may begin the process of submitting your resume by clicking on the 'Apply Online' link. In order to be considered, you must submit a resume using the resume builder available on the USAJobs site.
NASA does not accept uploaded resumes created outside of the USAJobs resume builder process. Additionally, NASA does not accept documents attached through the USAJobs' document attachment feature. Once you submit your resume to NASA, you will be transferred to a NASA website and asked to complete a short series of NASA-specific questions.
You must finish the entire process in order to have a complete application package and receive consideration. Your answers will not be saved unless you finish the entire application. If you successfully apply, USAJobs will show your application status as 'resume received - complete' (if your status is 'Application Started', you have not successfully applied.) Do not rely on a USAJOBS email to confirm successful application. Only an email from NASA confirms a successful application. If you are unable to apply electronically for this position, submit your resume to: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) 4200 Rideout Road Resume Operations Center/Mailstop: HS50 Marshall Space Flight Center, AL 35812.
DO NOT submit your resume directly to the Center advertising this vacancy. Mailed resumes must be received by the close of business on the closing date of the announcement. Hard copy resume requirements are provided at: Hard Copy Resume Requirements.
NASA's Resume Operations Center
4200 Rideout Road, Mailstop HS50
Marshall Space Flight Center, AL 35812
US
Next steps
If you are found qualified, you may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. Whether or not you are contacted for an interview depends upon the location of the position and the judgment of the selecting official.
If you are selected, you will be notified by phone or email with a tentative job offer pending verification that you meet all eligibility and qualification requirements. An official, written firm job offer will only be issued once all requirements have been verified.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
