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Summary
This position is being filled under the for Post-Secondary Intern Hiring Authority. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) invites students to apply to our Intern positions. The ideal candidates are seeking a bachelor or graduate degree and demonstrate innovation and self-initiative.
Duties
What You May Be Doing: As a Student Trainee, you will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of tasks and projects. Some of the responsibilities you may undertake include: Assisting with researching, designing and writing digital content for public-facing digital services and platforms. Assisting internal customers with defining web content needs and ensuring content is consistent and clear. Assisting with content optimization strategy to increase website traffic and audience engagement. Assisting content strategist to build editorial calendars. Presenting findings for projects and assignments. Participating in team meetings and collaborating with colleagues. Liaising with other employees to resolve information or project requests. Compiling and analyzing information to develop reports, proposals, or documents. Maintaining accurate documentation and records for all assigned projects. Engaging with peers and team members to obtain knowledge needed to complete projects. Following all current standards utilized by your team. Complying with all agency privacy and data security policies and practices. Leveraging enterprise project management principles and concepts. Communicating clearly to a wide range of stakeholders through verbal and written means. Using analytical and problem-solving skills to organize and prioritize projects and tasks. Ensuring projects adhere to defined scope, budget, schedule, and other project boundaries. Tracking project progress and following up with accountable parties. The Skills to be Successful as a Student Trainee: To excel as a Student Trainee, you should possess the following skills and qualities: Ability to work smart, driving projects, meeting deadlines, and achieving goals. Proactive nature and bias for action. Attention to detail, precision, and ability to handle tasks with high accuracy. Flexibility, creativity, curiosity, and willingness to take initiative. Quick and adaptable learner, comfortable with ambiguity and dynamic change. Ability to inspire trust, build relationships quickly, and earn the confidence and cooperation of business partners. High standards, integrity, and ethics. What We're Looking For: To be considered for the Student Trainee position, you should meet the following criteria: Currently enrolled in an educational institution. Strong team player while also demonstrating independent thinking. Ability to work under deadlines, organize tasks, and multitask effectively. Robust analytical skill set. Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills. Endless curiosity and a penchant for thinking outside the box. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software products. Attentive to team needs, providing rapid and high-quality responsiveness to requests. Excellent interpersonal skills, maintaining rapport with team members and professionalism with others outside of the team. Excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrating a professional demeanor and the ability to interact with others with discretion and tact. Keen attention to detail. Capable of identifying and completing tasks independently, with a sense of urgency and ownership. Demonstrated success in maintaining high personal work standards. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and tact. Strong presentation skills to audiences comprising all levels of leadership. Highly motivated and self-starter, able to work autonomously and effectively drive forward the work assigned. If you possess these skills and qualities, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Student Trainee opportunity.
Requiremennts
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen or National Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Age: You must be at least 16 years of age Background Investigation: Must be suitable for Federal employment as determined by a background investigation. Graduation Status: Applicants that graduate prior to May 2025 will not be considered for this position unless you have been accepted into a follow-on degree or certificate program. Trial/Probationary Period: Selectee may have to complete a trial/probationary. This position is eligible for inclusion in the bargaining unit. The union that represents employees in this position is the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 32.
Qualifications
To qualify for the GS-7 grade level: You must meet one requirement below: A. Experience: One year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the GS-5 or 6 level (or equivalent) performing the following: Assisting in researching, designing, and writing digital content; and utilizing HTML and/or using Content Management Systems like Drupal. -OR- B. Education: Completion of one academic year of graduate level education; or bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement. Superior Academic Achievement means you meet one of the following: upper one-third of the graduating class; or a GPA of 3.0 or higher out of 4.0, as recorded on an official transcript, or based on courses completed during final 2 years of curriculum; or a GPA of 3.5 or higher out of 4.0, based on average of required courses completed in major or required courses in major completed during the final 2 years of curriculum. The preferred degrees for this position are as follows: Communications Digital Communications Public and Media Relations Marketing Computer Science Information Design or Library Science English Information Technology To meet the Post-Secondary Intern Eligibility requirements, you must be currently enrolled in, or accepted for enrollment in and pursuing a baccalaureate or graduate degree on at least a part-time bases as determined by the academic institution. All education must be obtained at an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants may verify accreditation at the following website: Accreditation. All education claimed by applicants will be verified by OPM accordingly. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. 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.
Why Join Us? At our agency, we have a crucial mission to build, strengthen, and support the 2.1 million federal employees who work tirelessly to serve the American people. Here are some reasons why you should consider joining us: Meaningful Work: As an intern, you will have the chance to work on projects that directly align with our agency's strategic objectives. Your contributions will help us address current agency needs or identify untapped opportunities. Industry Exposure: Working with us will provide you with valuable insights into the federal government and its various agencies. You will gain a deeper understanding of how programs like hiring assistance, healthcare and insurance, and retirement benefits are developed and implemented to support federal employees. Inclusive Environment: We value diversity and inclusion, and we believe that every federal employee, regardless of their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, should feel inspired to serve. By joining us, you will become part of a team that fosters an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Networking Opportunities: During your internship, you will have the chance to connect with professionals in your field and build a network of contacts. By joining our Student Internship Program, you will not only gain practical experience and develop your skills, but also contribute to serving the American people and making a difference in the lives of federal employees.
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Summary
This position is being filled under the for Post-Secondary Intern Hiring Authority. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) invites students to apply to our Intern positions. The ideal candidates are seeking a bachelor or graduate degree and demonstrate innovation and self-initiative.
Duties
What You May Be Doing: As a Student Trainee, you will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of tasks and projects. Some of the responsibilities you may undertake include: Assisting with researching, designing and writing digital content for public-facing digital services and platforms. Assisting internal customers with defining web content needs and ensuring content is consistent and clear. Assisting with content optimization strategy to increase website traffic and audience engagement. Assisting content strategist to build editorial calendars. Presenting findings for projects and assignments. Participating in team meetings and collaborating with colleagues. Liaising with other employees to resolve information or project requests. Compiling and analyzing information to develop reports, proposals, or documents. Maintaining accurate documentation and records for all assigned projects. Engaging with peers and team members to obtain knowledge needed to complete projects. Following all current standards utilized by your team. Complying with all agency privacy and data security policies and practices. Leveraging enterprise project management principles and concepts. Communicating clearly to a wide range of stakeholders through verbal and written means. Using analytical and problem-solving skills to organize and prioritize projects and tasks. Ensuring projects adhere to defined scope, budget, schedule, and other project boundaries. Tracking project progress and following up with accountable parties. The Skills to be Successful as a Student Trainee: To excel as a Student Trainee, you should possess the following skills and qualities: Ability to work smart, driving projects, meeting deadlines, and achieving goals. Proactive nature and bias for action. Attention to detail, precision, and ability to handle tasks with high accuracy. Flexibility, creativity, curiosity, and willingness to take initiative. Quick and adaptable learner, comfortable with ambiguity and dynamic change. Ability to inspire trust, build relationships quickly, and earn the confidence and cooperation of business partners. High standards, integrity, and ethics. What We're Looking For: To be considered for the Student Trainee position, you should meet the following criteria: Currently enrolled in an educational institution. Strong team player while also demonstrating independent thinking. Ability to work under deadlines, organize tasks, and multitask effectively. Robust analytical skill set. Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills. Endless curiosity and a penchant for thinking outside the box. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software products. Attentive to team needs, providing rapid and high-quality responsiveness to requests. Excellent interpersonal skills, maintaining rapport with team members and professionalism with others outside of the team. Excellent oral and written communication skills, demonstrating a professional demeanor and the ability to interact with others with discretion and tact. Keen attention to detail. Capable of identifying and completing tasks independently, with a sense of urgency and ownership. Demonstrated success in maintaining high personal work standards. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and tact. Strong presentation skills to audiences comprising all levels of leadership. Highly motivated and self-starter, able to work autonomously and effectively drive forward the work assigned. If you possess these skills and qualities, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Student Trainee opportunity.
Requiremennts
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen or National Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Age: You must be at least 16 years of age Background Investigation: Must be suitable for Federal employment as determined by a background investigation. Graduation Status: Applicants that graduate prior to May 2025 will not be considered for this position unless you have been accepted into a follow-on degree or certificate program. Trial/Probationary Period: Selectee may have to complete a trial/probationary. This position is eligible for inclusion in the bargaining unit. The union that represents employees in this position is the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 32.
Qualifications
To qualify for the GS-7 grade level: You must meet one requirement below: A. Experience: One year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the GS-5 or 6 level (or equivalent) performing the following: Assisting in researching, designing, and writing digital content; and utilizing HTML and/or using Content Management Systems like Drupal. -OR- B. Education: Completion of one academic year of graduate level education; or bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement. Superior Academic Achievement means you meet one of the following: upper one-third of the graduating class; or a GPA of 3.0 or higher out of 4.0, as recorded on an official transcript, or based on courses completed during final 2 years of curriculum; or a GPA of 3.5 or higher out of 4.0, based on average of required courses completed in major or required courses in major completed during the final 2 years of curriculum. The preferred degrees for this position are as follows: Communications Digital Communications Public and Media Relations Marketing Computer Science Information Design or Library Science English Information Technology To meet the Post-Secondary Intern Eligibility requirements, you must be currently enrolled in, or accepted for enrollment in and pursuing a baccalaureate or graduate degree on at least a part-time bases as determined by the academic institution. All education must be obtained at an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants may verify accreditation at the following website: Accreditation. All education claimed by applicants will be verified by OPM accordingly. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. 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.
Why Join Us? At our agency, we have a crucial mission to build, strengthen, and support the 2.1 million federal employees who work tirelessly to serve the American people. Here are some reasons why you should consider joining us: Meaningful Work: As an intern, you will have the chance to work on projects that directly align with our agency's strategic objectives. Your contributions will help us address current agency needs or identify untapped opportunities. Industry Exposure: Working with us will provide you with valuable insights into the federal government and its various agencies. You will gain a deeper understanding of how programs like hiring assistance, healthcare and insurance, and retirement benefits are developed and implemented to support federal employees. Inclusive Environment: We value diversity and inclusion, and we believe that every federal employee, regardless of their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, should feel inspired to serve. By joining us, you will become part of a team that fosters an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Networking Opportunities: During your internship, you will have the chance to connect with professionals in your field and build a network of contacts. By joining our Student Internship Program, you will not only gain practical experience and develop your skills, but also contribute to serving the American people and making a difference in the lives of federal employees.
