Internships

Your guide to interning with the federal government — and how to get the most out of your gig

Forget Silicon Valley. Class of 2024 wants to work for Uncle Sam.

Big Tech layoffs at Apple, Google, Tesla and others cast doubt on the stability of that job market among recent grads.

2 days ago

New rule makes it easier for interns, graduates to work for Uncle Sam

This rule softens some of the rigidity surrounding government hiring.

5 weeks ago

Opinion

Registered Apprenticeships: An old idea to renew the federal workforce

A third of all federal employees are nearing retirement, while just 7% are younger than 30. Registered Apprenticeships can aid the youth movement.

USAJobs tool created to help agencies find candidates ‘ready for hire’

Agencies will be able to share certifications for positions that are similar in grade level, duty location and performance level.

5 months ago

Government jobs get more attention than other sectors, report finds

Job postings from federal employers on Handshake increased by 22% over the past year.

7 months ago

Federal internship finder includes agency openings beyond USAJobs

Looking for a federal internship? It just got easier.

8 months ago

How to navigate the world of paid vs unpaid federal internships

Not all federal internships are paid, so here's some advice on how to determine if one is before applying.

9 months ago

How to write winning resumes and cover letters for federal internships

Commonly asked federal internship questions are answered, including resume and cover letter tips, interview pointers, and program suggestions.

9 months ago

Baby’s first clearance: What to expect when expecting secret access

What employers know and what students may not realize is that security clearances equal money.

9 months ago

Office of Personnel Management to revamp Pathways internship program

New regulations bring changes to the Pathways Program for the first time since 2012.

9 months ago

Federal Intern Experience Program aims to connect students with future

Future cohorts of federal interns can take advantage of professional development training, Q&As with former interns and mentorships.

11 months ago

Students throw their caps during a mock graduation ceremony at the West Front of the U.S. Capitol April 20, 2004 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

New job search portal to recruit student interns to federal government

The Office of Personnel Management just made it easier to find federal internship opportunities on USA Jobs.

15 months ago

How to land a federal internship or fellowship

On the hunt for a federal internship? These university career counselors weighed in on where to look and how agencies can recruit better.

20 months ago

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