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Student Trainee (Business and Industry)-Intern

Summary

Are you interested in an internship with the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA)? Are you currently a junior graduating in May or June of 2022? Want to make an impact while enjoying meaningful work assignments, fantastic benefits and enriching career development opportunities, all while getting paid? Join our team at GSA and find out why we’re one of the Best Places to Work in the federal government!



Responsibilities

YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE VIA APPLICATION LINKS ON OUR STUDENTS AND RECENT GRADUATES website.
If you visit this website and there are no links to apply, then we are not yet accepting applications for this position. Please check the website regularly to ensure you do not miss this job opportunity.
This is to advise you that we will SOON be accepting applications for the following career track within our Federal Acquisition Service (FAS). A component of GSA that focuses on procuring goods and services for the federal government):
  • General Business Trainee: The General Business Trainee (1199 Series) is part of the Pathways Internship Program.
  • If you become an intern, you will be expected to help with a range of tasks and will be afforded the opportunity to learn the scope and foundation of GSA/FAS acquisition responsibilities, assisting contract specialists and management with day-to-day operations. Assignments are made with the objective of challenging your abilities and initiative, and to provide opportunities to display self-motivation. The ultimate goal is to give you a good overview of the organization and set you up for success if you are offered a permanent position after graduation.
GSA’s core mission is to help federal agencies buy smarter, reduce their real estate footprint, provide efficient, cost saving technology and create a better, faster federal government. We leverage the tremendous buying power of the federal government to acquire best value for taxpayers and our federal customers. Our jobs are as diverse as the services we provide, which makes us a great place to start, build, and expand your career! 
We employ nearly 12,000 employees nationwide. Headquartered in Washington, DC, we have eleven regional offices located across the country; Atlanta, GA, Auburn, WA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Fort Worth, TX, Kansas City, MO, Lakewood, CO, New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA, San Francisco, CA, and Washington, DC.
Who We Are Looking For:  
Talented, motivated students who are looking to build their career at GSA, and who:
  • Are currently juniors who have one full academic year remaining after June 2021
  • Have completed at least 2 full academic years (or associate degree) by June 30, 2020
  • Will be completing a bachelor’s degree between May - July 2022
  • Are able to work full-time from June 7 - August 13, 2021
  • Will commit to working part-time during the school year, for an additional 200 hours before graduating in May/June 2022
  • Are U.S. Citizens (As a federal agency, all of our employees must be U.S. Citizens)
What We Offer:
  • Orientation Session, an engaging orientation designed to provide information on program components, requirements, roles and responsibilities, and other essential information
  • Networking with and learning from each other and current employees
  • Technical training
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • Opportunity for full-time employment after graduation
  • Career ladder position that offers rapid advancement, including potential annual promotions for the first 4 years (full performance level at a GS-12)
Agency Benefits:
If selected, the following benefits may apply, including:
  • Multiple health insurance plans & life insurance
  • Vacation, sick leave & 10 paid holidays
  • Flexible work schedules & telework opportunities
  • A monthly transit subsidy
  • An outstanding retirement plan
If you participate in our Pathways Intern program, you will be required to:
  • Receive formal training directly linked to your employment field in addition to soft skill training
  • Serve a trial period, which will allow your supervisor to evaluate your conduct and performance on the job and determine if our appointment will become final
  • Sign a participant agreement
  • Complete a bachelor's degree by July, 2022
  • Work full-time from June 7 - August 13, 2021
  • Commit to working part-time during the school year to complete the required hours before graduating in May/June 2022.
When you apply to this position via the link on our Students and Recent Graduates page, you will be asked to submit
documentation of your qualifications and education. This will include:
  • Resume (with current cumulative GPA and expected date of graduation)
  • Current Transcript (official or unofficial are accepted)
  • Documentation of veterans preference (if applicable)

Benefits

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. Learn more about federal benefits.




Agency contact information

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