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Semester of Service Student Volunteer

Department of Justice
U.S. Marshals Service

Summary

The Semester of Service Program offers students a volunteer project-based opportunity to support real Federal missions, gaining hands-on experience and valuable career skills.

This vacancy is for Student Volunteer Internship for Spring 2027, Summer 2027 and Fall 2027.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Location
Many vacancies in the following locations:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$0 - $0 without compensation
Pay scale & grade
GS 00
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Part-time
Travel Required
Not required
Appointment type
Internships
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
STU-13058088-26-KH
Control number
888908900

Duties

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The duties associated with this position will vary based on the team or office assignments. The following list is to provide applicants with a general overview of the duties and responsibilities.

  • Plan and complete work assignments on time.
  • Collect and analyze relevant information.
  • Prepare quality documents.
  • Communicate relevant and accurate information, clearly and concisely during formal or informal meetings.
  • Collaborate with others to accomplish goals.
  • Contribute to team efforts.
  • Use various enterprise tools and technology to prepare and share documents.
  • Provide essential support such as arranging meetings, taking notes, responding to routine inquires.

Applicants may select up to two (2) locations. Districts offices also have suboffices in other cities which can be viewed here: https://www.usmarshals.gov/local-districts. If you select a district you may be considered for any of the sub office locations.

Arlington, VA is the headquarters location for divisions that can be viewed here: https://www.justice.gov/media/1414886/dl

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

To participate in this Program, you must:

  • Be a U.S. Citizen or U.S National studying in the U.S. or abroad. International students on valid visas may participate if they meet applicable immigration, visa, and agency authorities.
  • Be enrolled not less than half-time in an accredited trade school, technical or vocational institute, junior college, college, university, or other accredited educational institution.
  • Be in good academic standing as defined by your institution.
  • You must be at least 18 years old
  • Commit to volunteering 8 - 20 hours per week for a minimum of 90 days.
  • Complete all required onboarding documentation assigned by the Federal agency and your academic institution.
  • Must be able to pass a valid background check
  • Agree to volunteer. This position is unpaid. No compensation, stipends, or hiring preference will be granted from this work. You may use this volunteer experience to qualify for future jobs you choose to apply for.
  • Agree to understanding volunteers are not Federal employees.
  • Adhere to Personal Appearance Standards, https://www.usmarshals.gov/careers/deputy-us-marshals/personal-appearance-standards

Qualifications

Applicants will be considered based on their knowledge, skills or abilities related to project needs. Specifically, student volunteers should posses the following qualifications:

  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing to a variety of audiences
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to organize a variety of assignments simultaneously to meet deadlines.
  • A working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft: Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
Note: If at any point during the internship (and for any reason) your status as a student changes to that of a non-student, your internship will be terminated.

Education

To qualify, you must be enrolled not less than half-time in an accredited trade school, technical or vocational institute, junior college, college, university, or other accredited educational institution. You also must be in good academic standing as defined by your institution. Attach a copy of your transcripts to your application package for verification. The transcripts may be unofficial or official and must show your status as a student, as well as support your educational claim.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.

Additional information

This vacancy posting is a standing register that will be used to fill ongoing Student Intern Volunteer positions in a variety of offices. This posting does not guarantee selection.

Student Volunteers may work during the school year and/or during summer or school vacation periods. The nature of the volunteer assignment as well as the work schedule will be established once on-board.

This position does not offer salary, benefits, or conversion to permanent employment.

Travel and relocation expenses related to this hiring process will not be paid.

USMS reserves the right to discontinue the volunteer experience at any time.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application must show that all requirements are met, including education. You will be found "INELIGIBLE" or "NOT QUALIFIED" if you do not possess the minimum requirements described above. If your application is incomplete, you will be deemed ineligible.

U.S. Marshals Service


The United States Marshals Service (USMS) is the Nation's oldest and most versatile federal law enforcement agency. The USMS consists of a Headquarters component, 94 District Offices led by a Presidentially Appointed United States Marshal (USM), and offices Outside of the Continental United States (OCONUS). The missions of the USMS include protection of the judiciary, court security, witness security, asset forfeiture, investigating and apprehending fugitives and violent offenders, investigating and apprehending unregistered sex offenders, prisoner transportation, management, and custody, and providing assistance in matters of Federal emergencies and other critical incidents.

Agency contact information

Student Volunteer
Email
USMS.StudentVolunteer@usdoj.gov
Address
US Marshals Service
HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION
ARLINGTON, VA 22202
US

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