Summary Exciting internship opportunity with an agency whose mission is to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world! Work on capstone project to learn and contribute to daily operations of the FAA! Internship targeted start date is June 2, 2025 and targeted end date August 15, 2025. Management may offer to extend an intern past the targeted August 15th date. Responsibilities Internship positions are not remote. Telework may be authorized at manager discretion in alignment with their office policy and work requirements. Additional locations may be considered based on manager availability. These exciting opportunities are located across a variety of offices within the Federal Aviation Administration Gateways program with an emphasis in partnership with Minority Serving Institution (MSI) Internship Program. Opportunities are in multiple fields and there are options for many different degree programs and majors. We are searching for highly motivated student interns to serve as student trainees where they will have the opportunity to advise on, administer, learn, and/or perform work in one or more of the below career concentrations. Accounting/Finance Aviation Human Resource Management Computer Science/Cybersecurity Communication Data Science Engineering Law Policy Mathematics/Statistics Natural Sciences Other related fields of study Additionally, all selected interns will have engagement opportunities at Regional FAA facilities to meet executive leadership, tour FAA facilities, and have exciting aerospace experiences. Other features of the Gateways Internship Program APPOINTMENT - If selected, your appointment may not exceed a total of 120 days after graduation. AGREEMENT - All participants must sign a written Gateways Internship Agreement with the FAA that clearly identifies expectations of the appointment such as duties, length of appointment, work schedule, training, mentorship etc. CONVERSION - Although it is not guaranteed, an intern may be converted from the Internship program to a permanent excepted service position without further competition after successful completion of the educational program (awarding of degree), completion of a minimum of 640 hours of career-related work, required training, mentorship, and other requirements in accordance with the intern's participant agreement. TERMINATION- The FAA may terminate an intern's appointment at any time. TRANSCRIPTS - Official Transcripts must be provided prior to target appointment (May 23, 2025), in order to validate program eligibility. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications ALL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION At time of application, you must be able to show proof of enrollment for Fall 2024 or Spring 2025 courses and meet the academic criteria specified below. Positions are open to students pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate in an accredited college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution on at least a half-time basis (as defined by the institution in which the student is enrolled). Short-term training programs (e.g., several two-week programs completed) are not considered an academic course of study. Students must be in good standing at an accredited college or university, or state approved high school program. Undergraduate students, or students working towards their bachelor's degree, are eligible for the FV-0399-C band positions only. Graduate students, or student who have their bachelor's and are working towards any post-graduate degree, would be eligible for the FV-0399-D band positions only. Education You must currently be enrolled at least half time in a qualifying educational institution for Fall 2024 or Spring 2025. This includes public high school, private high school, or homeschool program approved or allowed to operate in that state. This also includes undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate degree program at an accredited institution. Fall being defined as August, September, October, November, or December 2024. Spring being defined as January, February, March, April, or May 2025. Additional Information We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions. Position may be subject to a background investigation. A one-year probationary period may be required. The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family. Work schedule will be determined at the discretion of management and will not be available until after appointment and onboarding. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working\_here/benefits Selectees will be required to complete a "Declaration for Federal Employment", (OF-306), prior to being appointed to determine their suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. False statements or responses on your resume or questionnaire can jeopardize your employment opportunity and subject you to disciplinary action, including removal from Federal service. This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA