Student Trainee

Company:

Department of the Air Force

Location:

Scott AFB, IL

Posted:

February 09, 2026

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Summary The Air Force Civilian Service is pleased to announce the Air Force College Premier Summer Intern Program.

Students in their junior year of a full-time baccalaureate program will be able to apply for a full-time paid summer internship lasting 10-12 weeks during the summer session prior to their senior year.

Students in their junior year of their baccalaureate program and eligible (5 Year Program). Seniors will be able to apply for a full time internship.

Summary The Air Force Civilian Service is pleased to announce the Air Force College Premier Summer Intern Program.

Students in their junior year of their baccalaureate program and eligible (5 Year Program). Seniors will be able to apply for a full time internship.

Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 09/29/2025 to 03/06/2026 Salary $36,825 to - $52,426 per year Pay scale & grade GS 4 - 5 Locations Few vacancies in the following locations: Clear AFB, AK Eielson AFB, AK Elmendorf AFB, AK Fort Richardson, AK Show morefewer locations (92) Gunter AFB, AL Maxwell AFB, AL Little Rock AFB, AR Davis Monthan AFB, AZ Davis Monthan AFB, AZ Luke AFB, AZ Beale AFB, CA Edwards AFB, CA Los Angeles, CA Travis AFB, CA Vandenberg AFB, CA Air Force Academy, CO Buckley AFB, CO Colorado City, CO Colorado Springs, CO Peterson AFB, CO Schriever AFB, CO Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DC Dover AFB, DE Cape Canaveral, FL Cape Canaveral AFS, FL Eglin AFB, FL Eglin AFB, FL Hurlburt Field, FL MacDill AFB, FL Patrick AFB, FL Tyndall AFB, FL Moody AFB, GA Robins AFB, GA Hickam AFB, HI Pearl Harbor, HI Pearl Harbor Naval Base, Oahu, HI Mountain Home AFB, ID Scott AFB, IL Grissom AFB, IN McConnell AFB, KS Barksdale AFB, LA Boston, MA Hanscom AFB, MA Andrews AFB, MD Fort Meade, MD Fort Meade Naval Facilities, MD Linthicum Heights, MD White Oak, MD Saint Louis, MO Saint Louis County, MO Whiteman AFB, MO Columbus AFB, MS Keesler AFB, MS Malmstrom AFB, MT Seymour Johnson AFB, NC Grand Forks AFB, ND Minot AFB, ND Offutt AFB, NE Omaha, NE Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ McGuire AFB, NJ Cannon AFB, NM Holloman AFB, NM Kirtland, NM Kirtland AFB, NM Nellis AFB, NV Rome, NY Wright-Patterson AFB, OH Wright-Patterson AFB, OH Altus AFB, OK Tinker AFB, OK Vance AFB, OK Charleston AFB, SC Charleston Naval Center, SC Shaw AFB, SC Pennington County, SD Arnold AFB, TN Austin, TX Dyess AFB, TX Fort Sam Houston, TX Goodfellow AFB, TX Lackland AFB, TX Laughlin AFB, TX Randolph AFB, TX San Antonio, TX Sheppard AFB, TX Hill AFB, UT Arlington, VA Arlington County, VA Dahlgren, VA Hampton County, VA Langley AFB, VA Pentagon, Arlington, VA Fairchild AFB, WA Warren AFB, WY Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential None Job family (Series) * 0099 General Student Trainee Supervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test No Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk Trust determination process * Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No Announcement number DHA-FY25/26-GS-PCIP-1-JSC Control number 846866000 This job is open to Help Students Current students enrolled in an accredited high school, college or graduate institution.

Clarification from the agency This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.

Duties Help * You must be a student currently enrolled in an accredited public or other non-profit college or university: Please see Qualifications section for more details.

Requirements Help Conditions of employment * Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.

* U.S.

Citizenship is required * Males must be registered for Selective Service, see * Total salary varies depending on location of position * PCS expenses IF AUTHORIZED will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations * This position subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program * Position may be subject to random drug testing * Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays * Employee must maintain current certifications * Disclosure of Political Appointments * This position may reflect a Non-Critical Sensitive clearance or Non-Sensitive.

* This position may require a Physical Exam Qualifications The Air Force Civilian Service is pleased to announce the Air Force Premier College Summer Intern Program.

Any individual who meets the following may apply for the DHA Post-Secondary Student Program: (1) Currently enrolled, and in good academic standing in a full-time program, at a public or other non-profit institution of higher education; AND (2) Making satisfactory progress toward receipt of a baccalaureate; AND (3) Completed at least one year of the degree program.

You may be non-competitively converted to a permanent appointment within the PALACE Acquire (PAQ)/Copper Cap (COP) or a similar Program.

The target grade of the conversion could be above GS-11.

However, it is important to remember that eligibility for conversion does not guarantee you will be offered a permanent position.

General Schedule Salary Table for "Rest of US" (RUS) was used, salaries may vary dependent upon location selected.

Please refer to the Salary Tables link for more information: The Premier College Intern Program targets individuals who are seeking a dynamic career with the Air Force Civilian Service in a variety of career fields by gaining real-world experience.

You will be given the opportunity to gain the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to pursue a successful career with the Air Force Civilian Service.

Please note: This is not a developmental opportunity, this position may be filled at the GS-04 or GS-05 grade level, depending on applicant qualifications and organizational requirements.

To qualify for a GS-04: Completion of 2 academic years of post high school study or an associate's degree in a related field of study.

To qualify for a GS-05: Completion of 4 academic years of post-high school study leading to a bachelor's degree or completion of 4 academic years of pre-professional study.

. You must be a student currently enrolled in an accredited public or other non-profit college or university: * Enrolled in an approved program * Pursing a Baccalaureate Degree or eligible (5 Year program) Seniors * Enrollment must be in a full-time program * Have a good academic standing (no less than 2.95 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 grading scale) * Meet the qualification standards of the position * Must be at least 16 years of age * A U.S.

citizen or a national (resident of American Samoa or Swains Island) * Must sign a Participant Agreement.

Applicants must meet requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Other Significant Facts: 1.) Some positions may be deemed drug testing designated positions and require participation in random drug testing.

2.) Incumbent may be subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.

3.) Appointment may be contingent upon passing a physical examination.

4.) Incumbent may be required to obtain and maintain appropriate background investigation or security clearance.

5.) Employment under this announcement will be full-time during the student's summer session, approximately 10-12 weeks.

Note: There may be additional conditions and/or requirements as determined by the position being filled.

DHA Post-Secondary Students may work full-time schedules during the student's summer session/break.

DHA Post-Secondary Students may be considered for noncompetitive conversion to a permanent appointment within 120 days of completion of degree requirements, if they meet the following: 1.

Successfully complete academic course of study with a GPA of at least 2.95.

Meet the OPM Qualification requirements for the target position to which the DHA Post-Secondary Student may be converted.

Maintain acceptable performance.

It is important to remember that eligibility for conversion to permanent employment is neither automatic nor guaranteed.

You must upload/submit all required documents in order to be considered, i.e., Resume, All transcripts (we will accept unofficial), DD 214, Veterans Award Letter and SF 15 (if applicable).PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims.

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S.

Department of Education.

You are required to provide a current official transcript within 30 days following your start date.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.

You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S.

education program.

It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information For DHA Positions: These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the Department of Defense for Post-Secondary Students and Recent Graduates.

The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified post-secondary students and recent graduates directly into competitive service positions; these positions may be professional or administrative occupations and are located Air Force-Wide.

Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule.

Pay will vary by geographic location.

* The term "Current post-secondary student" means a person who is currently enrolled in, and in good academic standing at a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and is making satisfactory progress toward receipt of a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and has completed at least one year of the program.

DHA Post-Secondary Students may be considered for noncompetitive conversion to a permanent appointment within 120 days of completion of degree requirements, if they meet the following: 1.

Successfully complete academic course of study with a GPA of at least 2.95 (GPA 3.1 for certain engineer positions) 2.

Meet the OPM Qualification requirements for the target position to which the DHA Post-Secondary Student may be converted.

Maintain acceptable performance.

It is important to remember that eligibility for conversion to permanent employment is neither automatic nor guaranteed.

Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition.

Additionally, if you are serving on a term appointment in the competitive service, you may be converted to a career or career-conditional appointment without further competition.

NOTE: Current federal civilian employees may apply for this position and if selected, a break in service of at least 3 days may be required prior to appointment to this position.

Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.

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Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.

Expand Hide additional information 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.

Benefits Help 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.

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Review our 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.

For DHA Positions: These positions are being filled under Direct-Hire Authority for the DoD for Post-Secondary Students.

The Secretary of the Air Force has delegated authority by the Office of the Secretary of Defense to directly appoint qualified students directly into competitive service positions; positions may be professional or administrative occupations and located Air Force-Wide.

Positions may be filled as permanent/term with a full-time schedule.

Pay will vary by geographic location.

* The term "Current post-secondary student" means a person who is currently enrolled and in good academic standing at a full-time program at an institution of higher education; and is progressing toward a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and has completed at least 1 year of the program.

Your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position.

Please follow all instructions carefully.

Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit.

The documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire.

If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.