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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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Last modified: Wednesday, August 24, 2005