You are here » Home » Careers » Paid Student Intern Opportunities U.S. Agency for International Development Student Intern ProgramThere are two types of paid internships: - SCEP (Student Career Experience Program) – this component offers you valuable work experience directly related to your academic field of study. It provides formal periods of work and study while you are attending school. It requires a commitment from you, your school, and the employing Federal agency. You may be eligible for permanent employment conversion under this program after successfully completing your education and meeting work requirements.
- STEP (Student Temporary Experience Program) – this component offers temporary employment that will enable you to earn a salary while continuing your studies. Appointments to jobs under this program can range from summer jobs to positions that can last for as long as you are a student. An agency, at their discretion, may establish academic and job performance standards that students must meet to continue in the program. There is no permanent employment conversion element under this program.
The basic qualifying factors to be eligible to participate in this program are: - U.S. Citizenship (does not include “permanent resident”)
- Current Enrollment in an accredited college or university;
- In good academic standing with an accredited institution
- A minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0
- A transcript indicating a student’s major and GPA.
- (An unofficial transcript is acceptable during the application process; however an official transcript must be submitted upon hire.)
We will be accepting applications for the Summer 2012 Paid Student Internship
Program with USAID from December 16, 2011 – January 13, 2012. Students tentatively
selected for the internship program must undergo a background investigation
and receive a security clearance. The clearance process takes approximately
90-120 days to complete from the time the forms are received by our Office
of Security. Failure to obtain a security clearance will preclude candidates
from obtaining an internship. Click here to apply.
Due to the large number of applications received, we are unable to respond to all of the applicants individually. Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Question & AnswersWhat programs does USAID offer students? Students of all levels will find that the U.S. Agency for International Development is a rewarding place to acquire skills that will last a lifetime. We have a variety of programs, including a limited number of paid internships, plus volunteer internship positions and fellowships, which allow students to participate in projects vital to the success of U.S. foreign policy. Overseas or in Washington D.C., there may be a student program that matches your background and will help you to achieve your goals. For more information, visit http://www.usaid.gov/careers/studentprograms.html * Can I participate in a Student Program if I am not a U.S. Citizen? The programs listed on the Agency website are for students who are U.S. citizens. Non-U.S. citizens may apply for programs available through the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), at http://exchanges.state.gov What are some of the responsibilities assigned to Interns? The work assigned to an intern in most office divisions includes research, writing program memoranda, drafting documents, facilitating meetings and special events, attending program discussions in the Agency and at the Department of State, and communicating on program issues USAID field Missions abroad. USAID interns are regularly included in bi-weekly meetings of the entire legal staff for discussions about current issues relating to USAID and to specific foreign assistance programs. Interns may work in one of the Agency Regional Bureaus: Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Eurasia, or Latin America and the Caribbean, or in one of the technical sectors such as democracy, economic growth, education, humanitarian assistance, and global health. USAID internship assignments are also available in the Bureau for Legislative and Public Affairs. What are the benefits of becoming a student intern at USAID? USAID works in agriculture, democracy & governance, economic growth, the environment, education, health, global partnerships, and humanitarian assistance in more than 100 countries to provide a better future for all. Join us in our mission to make the world a better place. How do I apply? Application processes and deadlines vary depending on the particular student internship or fellowship available at the U.S. Agency for International Development. Some positions require you to be nominated for application; others you can initiate on your own. We suggest you review the various opportunities to determine which one is the best match for you. At the end of each description is information, or a link to information, that provides details about the position's specific requirements, application process, vacancy announcements, and deadlines. For more information about student internships and fellowships, visit:
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