Summer Internship Program
The Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) offers paid summer internships involving substantive work assignments to college students as part of the USDA Summer Internship Program. Internships are located in Washington, D.C.
Who May Apply?
The FAS Summer Internship Program is open to all degree-seeking college or university students. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply.
When Do I Apply?
Summer Internship positions are usually advertised in mid-December.
A copy of FAS internship opportunities may be found in the USDA Summer
Internship Program brochure. Applications must be received by mid-February
(specific dates will appear in the USDA Summer Internship Program brochure).
Where Can I Get a Copy of the USDA Summer Internship Program Brochure?
Contact your college or university’s career placement office, or
visit the USDA website at http://www.usda.gov/da/employ/sipvac.htm
How to Apply?
Submit a separate application, resume, and a current copy of your
college transcript for each position to the address shown in the Summer Intern
Program Booklet.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation varies, however most students will earn pay at the
Federal GS/4-7 level for the duration of the internship.
Housing expenses may be covered by the Agency.
What About Other Federal Summer Employment Opportunities?
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) website is a great tool for
obtaining information on all aspects of Federal employment. Please visit the OPM
website at: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov
For More Information:
Please contact Nancy Rodriguez by e-mail at Nancy.Rodriguez@usda.gov
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