Student Trainee (Contracting)

Find Your Future With Us at USDA – Animal Plant Health Inspection ServiceJob SummaryThe selectee of this position will be part of the Pathways Program as a Student Intern for a comprehensive mentorship and career development program intended to prepare the employee for a career in the field of contracting. The target position for this internship is Contract Specialist, GS-1102 with the full performance level of 12. QualificationsApplicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. ELIGIBILITY: Students who are currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment on at least a half-time basis at a qualifying educational institution in a certificate, degree, or diploma program. Applicants can qualify by meeting the EDUCATION requirements specified below. EDUCATION: GS-4: Completion of 2 full academic years (60 semester or 90 quarter hours) of post-high school study or an associate's degree. Major DutiesThe duties may include, but are not limited to:Major projects will include contract closeouts, market research, reviewing and editing statements of work, and file documentation.Contributes ideas and recommendations to Contract Specialists, providing weekly reports outlining accomplishments and progress.Communicates effectively with all personnel to assure assigned tasks are thoroughly understood and results are achievable.Learns nomenclature, workflow, and procedures for work assignments, and formulates routine reports as requested.Gains knowledge and skills by participating in all requested on-the-job training activities; educational opportunities; and routine tasks. Position Start Date:08/21/2024 Position Close Date:08/27/2024 Salary Offered: 17.35 - 21.1 USD Per HourYou can make a difference! The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Marketing and Regulatory Programs (MRP) needs bright, energetic and committed professionals to facilitate the domestic and international marketing of U.S. agricultural products and to protect the health and care of animals and plants in the United States. MRP offers an array of occupations and is committed to diversity in the workplace. We operate in domestic and global markets. Be part of an organization that protects the health and agriculture of the American people. Join our team! To learn more about what it's like to work at the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, what the agency does, and the types of careers, please visit the APHIS careers site. APHIS is an emergency response agency. This means that all Agency employees may be asked or assigned to participate in rotating temporary duty assignments to support emergency programs at some time during their careers with APHIS. For details click: APHIS Emergency ResponsePlease see the full announcement on USAJobs by clicking on the APPLY button!