What are the responsibilities and job description for the student trainee position at Defense Information Systems Agency?
Year-Round Internship Opportunity
To be eligible for the Pathways Intern Program, individuals must have been accepted for enrollment or be enrolled during the current semester and seeking a degree in an accredited educational institution on a full or half-time basis.
Responsibilities
- Serve as trainee in contracting working closely with team leader and supervisor in a training capacity on assigned tasks.
- Observe and assist contract specialists to develop skills in contracting.
- Perform a variety of limited technical tasks designed to familiarize the incumbent with regulatory guidelines, terminology, procedures and techniques of the government.
Requirements
- Completion of a High school diploma or equivalent for the GS-02 grade level.
- Completion of 1 full academic year of post high school study for the GS-03 grade level.
- Completion of 2 full academic years of post-high school study or associate's degree for the GS-04 grade level.
Program Completion and Conversion Eligibility: This is an Excepted Service appointment. Upon successful completion of their academic program and the internship program, interns may be converted to a term or permanent position in the competitive service consistent with agency needs, academic achievement, and demonstrated potential.
