U.S. Department of State Fall 2015 Student Internship Program (unpaid): Now Accepting Applications

We are now accepting applications for the U.S. Department of State 2015 Fall Student Internship Program (unpaid). Please visit http://careers.state.gov/intern/student-internships for more information about the U.S. Department of State Fall 2015 Student Internship Program (unpaid), and to start the online application process via USAJobs. Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is March 2, 2015. We highly encourage you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible. This program offers U.S. citizen undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to participate in 10-week, unpaid internships that provide intensive educational and professional experience within the environment of America’s principle foreign affairs agency. The unpaid internships are available at many of the over 270 U.S. embassies, consulates and missions to international organizations around the world, as well as at the Department of State in Washington, D.C. and other locations throughout the U.S. Participants gain first-hand, hands-on experience, and learn the realities of working in – and with – Foreign and Civil Service professionals who are at the forefront of America’s diplomatic efforts. As an unpaid intern, you may have the opportunity to: Participate in meetings with senior level U.S. government or foreign government officials; Draft, edit, or contribute to cables, reports, communications, talking points, or other materials used by policy makers in furthering U.S. foreign policy objectives; Help organize and support events, including international and/or multi-lateral meetings and conferences on critical global issues; Contribute to the management and administration of the Department of State and America’s foreign policy; and Engage directly with U.S. or foreign audiences to promote U.S. foreign policy and improve understanding of U.S. culture and society. So consider spending your Fall 2015 with the U.S. Department of State, witnessing and participating in the formulation and implementation of U.S. foreign policy, working closely with the U.S. diplomats and civil servants who carry out America’s foreign policy initiatives. You’ll not only have an experience of a lifetime, you may even earn educational credit.* *Applicants who are selected for a U.S. Department of State Student Internship Program (unpaid) can contact the selecting bureau, or the central Student Programs office, if they require further details about the program to support their request for academic credit. Visit our forums if you have any questions, or to search for topics of interest. The forums can be found under Connect on the careers.state.gov website. You can also search our FAQs for more information. We appreciate your interest in a career with the U.S. Department of State.

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Pathways Internships (IEP/ITEP) Open Now

We are accepting applications for the U.S. Department of State Pathways Internship Experience Program (IEP) and the Internship Temporary Experience Program (ITEP).

Visit USAJobs to start the online application process and search for the following vacancy announcement numbers. Please note the cutoff number for each position. Applications received after the cutoff number is reached will not reviewed.  Therefore, timely submission of applications is important.

IEP	Grade	Location	Cutoff	Announcement Number
GS-399 Program Analyst	5-9	Washington, DC and New York and Arlington, VA	200	HRSC/PATH-2015-0005
GS-599 Budget Analyst	5-9	Washington, DC and Arlington, VA	200	HRSC/PATH-2015-0004
ITEP	Grade	Location	Cutoff	Announcement Number
GS-1099 Public Affairs	5/7	Washington, DC	100	HRSC/PATH-2015-0010

 

The Internship Experience Program (IEP) allows for non-temporary appointments that are expected to last the length of the academic program for which the intern is enrolled. IEP participants, while in the program, are eligible for noncompetitive promotions.

The Internship Temporary Experience Program (ITEP) places interns on temporary appointments not to exceed one year with the possibility of extensions in one-year increments. The temporary nature of ITEP allows for interns to work during seasonal and holiday breaks in academic programs. ITEP participants are ineligible for noncompetitive promotions. If an ITEP participant is qualified at a higher grade level, he/she must compete for the position via a USAJobs vacancy announcement.

Both programs allow for noncompetitive conversion into the competitive service following successful completion of all program requirements. Veteran’s preference applies.

Pathways internship opportunities with the U.S. Department of State allow students to witness and participate in the formulation and implementation of U.S. foreign policy, and work closely with the U.S. diplomats and civil servants who carry out America’s foreign policy initiatives.

We appreciate your interest in a career with the U.S. Department of State.

Visit our forums if you have any questions, or to search for topics of interest. The forums can be found under Connect on the careers.state.gov website. You can also search our FAQs for more information.

 

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U.S. Department of State Passport Specialist: Accepting Applications

Hello:   We are currently accepting applications for U.S. Department of State Passport Specialist positions in Philadelphia, PA. Visit USAJobs to start the online application process and use the links below to access the specific location in which you are interested in working. Location Grade # of Positions Available Announcement Link Philadelphia, PA 5/7 6 https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/382039800 As a Passport Specialist, your role and responsibilities are significant to overall national security, citizenship, and border security. Whether you are helping U.S. citizens to maintain their passports, screening documents to ensure accuracy, or providing exceptional customer service, you can make a difference in someone’s life. With career opportunities available throughout the United States, working for the U.S. Department of State does not mean you have to live a world away. Passport Specialists support all of life’s adventures, both big and small. Each day, you will have the chance to touch people’s lives as you work with students preparing to study abroad, families visiting distant relatives, professionals expanding their businesses’ reach, and individuals planning the vacation of a lifetime. You will use your customer service skills and strong sense of purpose to help Americans get passports. While being a U.S. citizen is a key requirement, along with qualifying experience and/or the completion of necessary educational requirements. Passport Specialists must have the ability to learn complex regulations and standard operating procedures, and apply them to different situations. Exceptional attention to detail, a keen sense of judgment, and the capacity to make sound decisions are critical to the success of our Passport Specialists. We appreciate your interest in a career with the U.S. Department of State. Visit our forums if you have any questions, or to search for topics of interest. The forums can be found under Engage on the careers.state.gov website. You can also search our FAQs for more information. U.S. citizenship is required. An equal opportunity employer. Questions? Contact Us   STAY CONNECTED with Careers at the U.S. Department of State: DOWNLOAD the new Foreign Service mobile app, DOSCareers          SUBSCRIBER SERVICES: Manage Preferences  |  Unsubscribe  |  Help This email was sent to intl@indiana.edu using GovDelivery, on behalf of: U. S. Department of State Careers · 2401 E Street NW · Washington, DC 22520

Foreign Service Security Technical Specialists: Accepting Applications. Deadline is October 29, 2014

Hello, We are currently accepting applications for the U.S. Department of State's Foreign Service Security Technical Specialist positions. Click here (http://careers.state.gov/specialist/vacancy-announcements/sts) for more information, and to start the online application process via USAJobs. Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is October 29, 2014. Security Technical Specialists provide support and assist in worldwide technical security programs. These programs for which you will give overall program management, maintenance and support, provide protection for Department of State facilities and personnel from technical espionage, acts of terrorism, and crime. Potential applicants are strongly urged to read the entire vacancy announcement to ensure they meet all of the requirements for this position, and fully understand the special circumstances involving a career in the Foreign Service before applying. All applicants must be U.S. citizens, be available for worldwide service, be at least 20 years old to apply and at least 21 years of age to be appointed, and be able to obtain all required medical, security and suitability clearances. Please visit our forums if you have any questions or to search for answers regarding the Foreign Service Specialist selection process. The forums can be found under "Connect" on the careers.state.gov website. We appreciate your interest in a career with the U.S. Department of State. U.S. citizenship is required. An equal opportunity employer. Questions? Contact Us   STAY CONNECTED with Careers at the U.S. Department of State: DOWNLOAD the new Foreign Service mobile app, DOSCareers          SUBSCRIBER SERVICES: Manage Preferences  |  Unsubscribe  |  Help This email was sent to intl@indiana.edu using GovDelivery, on behalf of: U. S. Department of State Careers · 2401 E Street NW · Washington, DC 22520

Internships with the U.S. Department of State

We wanted to let you know that the application for the Summer 2015 Student Internship Program (unpaid) will open on September 2, 2014 and close on October 17, 2014. Please note this is an earlier-than-usual deadline. We highly encourage you to complete and submit your application as soon as possible. This program offers U.S. citizen undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to participate in 10-week, unpaid internships that provide intensive educational and professional experience within the environment of America’s principle foreign affairs agency. So if you would like to spend next Summer as an intern with the U.S. Department of State, please mark your calendar and make sure to apply before the deadline. You’ll not only have an experience of a lifetime, you may even earn educational credit.* * Applicants who are selected for a U.S. Department of State Student Internship Program (unpaid) can contact the selecting bureau, or the central Student Programs office, if they require further details about the program to support their request for academic credit. Please visit http://careers.state.gov/intern/which-program-is-right-for-you for more information about the Summer 2015 Student Internship Program (unpaid), and to start the online application process via USAJobs. Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is October 17, 2014. We appreciate your interest in an internship with the U.S. Department of State. Visit our forums if you have any questions, or to search for topics of interest. The forums can be found under Connect on the careers.state.gov website. You can also search our FAQs for more information.   Visit our forums if you have any questions, or to search for topics of interest. The forums can be found under Engage on the careers.state.gov website. You can also search our FAQs for more information. U.S. citizenship is required. An equal opportunity employer.       Questions? Contact Us   STAY CONNECTED with Careers at the U.S. Department of State: DOWNLOAD the new Foreign Service mobile app, DOSCareers          SUBSCRIBER SERVICES: Manage Preferences  |  Unsubscribe  |  Help