This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/826292300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This is a Student Volunteer Trainee position for Summer 2025. The Department of Education (ED) offers internships for students interested in seeking valuable work experience in government and federal education policy and administration. Volunteers have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the Department's mission to promote student achievement and preparation for global competitiveness by fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access.
01/02/2025 to 01/19/2025
$0 - $0 without compensation
This opportunity offers no compensation.
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Many vacancies in the following location:
Yes - Principle Offices have option to offer remote positions as well as telework.
Not applicable, this is a remote position.
Not required
No
Internships
Multiple Schedules - Full or Part-Time
Excepted
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No
No
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This announcement is only open to applicants who meet the definition of a student as defined in the "Requirements" section of this vacancy announcement. Applicants must also be in good academic standing as defined by their accredited educational institution.
APPLICATION LIMIT: This vacancy announcement is limited to the first 500 applications received and will close at 11:59PM Eastern Time on the day that we receive the 500th application, or at 11:59PM Eastern Time on the listed closing date, whichever occurs first.
The Department works to tailor each intern's experience to the interests and skills of the student against the needs of Department Program Offices. This opportunity offers training and development in the following areas:
Applicants must meet the definition of a “Student” at the time of appointment and throughout the duration of the appointment.
Student means an individual who has been accepted for enrollment or enrolled and seeking a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.) in a qualifying educational institution, on a full or half-time basis (as defined by the institution in which the student is enrolled).
At the time of appointment, applicant must:
REMOTE ELIGIBILITY:
OR
· You may be eligible for occasional telework in which you are required to report to the office on a regular basis. Participation must be requested and approved by the supervisor and there must be a signed telework agreement. The number of telework days approved is determined by the agency policy, emergency situations, the approval of your immediate supervisor. You must have access to high speed internet and cell phone service meeting current Agency policy from the approved work location.
Applicants should select which two training and developmental areas they're interested in. Please keep in mind that due to the volume of applications received, internships within listed areas may vary due to availability. Applicants must meet all requirements at time of appointment.
This position has an education requirement (as referenced in the “Requirements” section) and therefore, transcripts and/or proof of enrollment are required. Failure to submit this documentation at the time of application will result in your application being marked incomplete and you will not receive further consideration. No documents will be accepted after the announcement has closed.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
ED will review application packages, determine eligibility and provide recommended placement into program office for review. ED Employees interested in bringing an intern onboard for the respective cohort will interview perspective interns.
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.
Step 1: Create a USAJOBS account (if you do not already have one) at www.usajobs.gov.
Step 2: Create a resume using the USAJOBS resume builder or upload a resume into your USAJOBS account. Ensure that your resume demonstrates your education, experience, training, and accomplishments as it relates to the qualifications for this position and substantiates your responses to the occupational questionnaire.
Step 3: Upload any required documents into your USAJOBS account (must be less than 3MB and in one of the following document formats: GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, PDF, or Word (DOC or DOCX)).
Step 4: Click "Apply Online" and follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire and attach any required documents. Verify that uploaded documents from USAJOBS transfer into the agency's hiring system. You will have the opportunity to upload any additional required documents in the agency's hiring system. Click “Finish” to submit your application.
NOTE: You may update your application or required documents at any time while the announcement is open by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking on "Application Status," clicking on the position title, clicking "Update Application,” and following the prompts.
In order to receive consideration for this position, you must submit your complete application, including all required documents, by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date of the vacancy announcement. We will not accept any required documentation after the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
If you are tentatively selected for an internship, you will be subject to a background investigation/fingerprint check, and you will also be required to provide the requested documentation listed below:
U.S. Department of Education Student Volunteer Agreement
U.S. Office of Personnel Management Declaration for Federal Employment (OF306)
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Employment Eligibility Form (I-9)
U.S. Department of Education Emergency Contact form [PDF, 69KB]
U.S. Department of Education Cyber security awareness training [PDF, 1.5MB]
U.S. Office of Personnel Management Fair Credit Release form.
Transcript or school schedule.
Letter of Recommendation from your school (optional).
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/826292300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.