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USAJOBS · 4 weeks ago

STUDENT TRAINEE (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/APPSW)

Multiple Locations, USA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$17.64/hr - $23.45/hr

USAJOBS is seeking a Student Trainee in Information Technology as part of DFAS's Pathways Program for current students enrolled in accredited institutions. This paid summer internship involves practical applications of IT concepts, assisting senior staff, and participating in various projects.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of assignments involving the practical application of information technology (IT) (APPSW) basic concepts, principles, procedures, processes and regulations

Specialization to include software development life-cycle principles and agile software development concepts

Assists senior staff members in the collection and analysis of data

Participates in a variety of projects utilizing basic computer skills to provide assistance in evaluating requirements and procedures, assisting with the preparation of technical reports and interacting with senior program officials

Assist in the preparation of recurring and special reports

All other duties as assigned

Qualification

Software EngineeringComputer ScienceCyber SecurityInformation TechnologySelf-ManagementTechnology ApplicationAttention to DetailFlexibilityInterpersonal SkillsProblem Solving

Required

Must be a U.S Citizen or National

Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)

Suitable for Federal employment

Enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full-time or half-time student

Must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale

Must maintain student eligibility for the duration of internship

New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check

Enrolled or formally accepted for enrollment as a full-time or half-time (Half-time basis is defined by the academic institution that the student is enrolled or accepted into) student into an accredited college or university in a qualifying degree-seeking program, or enrolled or formally accepted for enrollment in a qualifying certificate program

Qualifying education must be conferred or awarded by the closing date of this announcement

Students must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) at time of application and must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA throughout the entire Pathways Student Trainee Internship appointment to remain in the Program

Applicants MUST submit a transcript or proof of enrollment with the online application

Please note that if you are graduating from your current academic program prior to September 2026, you will not be eligible for this student appointment unless you are accepted for enrollment at a qualifying educational institution seeking an ADDITIONAL qualifying degree, diploma, certificate, etc., OR an advanced degree

If selected, must sign a Pathways Participant Agreement; be able to furnish course registration information at the start of each school term; and be able to provide verification of academic status (official transcript) at the end of each academic term