There are many excellent opportunities and programs for students and recent graduates with the federal government.  Interesting and challenging positions exist for just about every major.  Consider attending one of our federal government workshops to learn more.

Programs range from summer internships to two-year commitments:

Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP)
The STEP, or temporary internship with a federal agency, is a great way for students to be exposed to the government.  STEP positions are paid and can range from a summer job to a position that lasts as long as the student is in school.  It is not necessary for the work to be related to the student’s academic major, which allows the student to gain experience in a variety of fields.  Students enrolled in high school, a two-year or four-year college or university, a technical or vocational school, or a graduate program, are eligible to apply.

Student Career Experience Program (SCEP)
SCEP positions, which are for undergraduate and graduate students, are substantive internships in federal agencies.  The work must be related to the student’s area of study and requires the agency to have a formal commitment with the student’s institution.  Most positions are paid, and the student may receive academic credit.  If the student successfully completes 640 hours of work, he or she can be appointed to a permanent position without going through the traditional hiring process.

Federal Career Intern Program (FCIP)
FCIP is designed to help agencies attract outstanding undergraduate and graduate students to a variety of entry-level paid positions.  These are two-year, full-time commitments, and are not short-term internships.  They involve various development and training programs, often grouping new FCIPs into a cohort.  Upon successful completion of the program, participants may be eligible for permanent placement within an agency.  Individuals interested in Career Intern opportunities should contact the specific agency directly.

Presidential Management Fellows Program (PMF)
The highly competitive PMF program is an excellent way to launch a career in the federal government upon completion of a graduate program.  These are two-year positions in which fellows have the opportunity to complete rotational assignments and receive extensive training.  The application deadline is in early fall of the final year of graduate school, and students must be nominated by their school.

Makingthedifference.org
Federal jobs and internships: Where to find them and how to get them

Studentjobs.gov
One-stop portal for a range of employment opportunities for students within the federal government whether in high school, college, or graduate school

Usajobs.gov
The official jobsite for the United States Government

Usa.gov
Contains an A-Z index of all federal, state, local, and tribal government agencies

Americorps.org
Serve individuals and communities through a network of partnerships with local and national nonprofit groups and earn an education award

Peacecorps.gov Peace Corps To help the people of interested countries in meeting their need for trained men and women, promote a better understanding of Americans, and help promote a better understanding of other peoples on the part of Americans