STEM/Arts Undergraduate Internship/Co-op Job in Washington DC, DC

Vacancy No. 24-12189741-7228/THD Department Central Intelligence Agency
Salary $52,668.00 to $55,677.00 Grade 5 to 6
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/1/2024 Close Date 9/30/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Washington DC, DC


Summary

Undergraduate students focus on a variety of technical capabilities, ranging from R&D, analysis of technology trends, and/or involvement in engineering programs and activities.

Duties

As a STEM/Arts undergraduate student for CIA, you will work on teams alongside our full-time officers in an R&D or quick-turnaround environment on any number of different programs to further mission through software/hardware development, custom engineering, analysis of technologies, and/or the integration of art-focused skills in a technical field.

You will have the opportunity to use and enhance your knowledge of operating systems, communications technologies, mobile platforms, and computer networks.

Two 90-day tours are preferred; however, one 90-day tour is the minimum requirement.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
  • You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
  • You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
  • You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
  • You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
  • For further requirements information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/how-we-hire/requirements/

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
  • Two 90-day tours are preferred; however, one 90-day tour is the minimum requirement.
  • Attending school on a full-time basis before/following this student tour
  • Creative problem solving and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment with multiple competing priorities
  • Organizational and planning skills
  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation

Education

  • Full-time student pursuing an undergraduate degree in STEM/STEAM field at an accredited academic institution with at least one semester/quarter completed at the time of MyLINK submission. Majors include, but are not limited to:
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Computer Engineering
    • Computer Science
    • Data Science/Analytics
    • Machine Learning
    • Mathematics
    • Biology
    • Chemistry
    • Digital Communications
    • Engineering (All)
    • Fiber/Textile Science
    • Geographic Information Systems
    • Information Systems/Networking
    • Material Science
    • Physics
    • Statistics
    • Telecommunications
    • Graphic Design/Illustration
    • Costume Design/Fabrication
    • Apparel Design/Fabrication
    • Multimedia Design
    • Industrial Design
  • At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

For more information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/stem-arts-undergraduate-internship-co-op/.

Required Documents

For further information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/stem-arts-undergraduate-internship-co-op/.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit https://www.cia.gov/careers/jobs/stem-arts-undergraduate-internship-co-op/, where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.

Agency contact information

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Next steps

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