GENERAL STUDENT TRAINEE (SECURITY)

Department: Department of Defense

Location(s): Hanover, Maryland, Boyers, Pennsylvania

Salary Range: $41700 - $74318 Per Year

Job Summary: Interested in a career in national security? DCSA is offering a paid internship: the DCSA Student Experience (DSE) '26 Cohort. Open to undergraduate and graduate students with a 3.0+ GPA, students must maintain full-time status through October 2027. The program runs 1 OR 15 June - 21 August 2026, requiring a minimum of 10 weeks of participation. This announcement is selecting students for Personnel Vetting.

Major Duties:

This is a temporary position NTE 1 year from appointment. As a GENERAL STUDENT TRAINEE (SECURITY) you will be responsible for the following duties: The DCSA Student Experience is looking for a General Student Trainee (Security) to join our team to perform the following duties: Interacts security personnel and other staff regarding issues or other developments in specific cases. Utilizes risk management principles in the analysis, selection and application of effective security countermeasures. Provide investigative support as well as assist in achieving the goals of the assigned program. Based upon provided guidance, determines required resources, length, breadth and scope of assignment as well as ensure work is efficiently accomplished. Collaborate with integrated teams of security and counterintelligence professionals. Assesses a range of security requirements, information reporting, inspections, classified material controls, reproduction and disposition, physical protection measures, investigations, adjudications and administrative security elements. Responsible for identifying and recording instances of noncompliance, provide timely analysis and recommendations regarding countermeasures/corrective actions.

Qualifications: To qualify at the GG-05 level, you must meet the criteria specified below: Completion of 1 full academic year of post-high school study by May 2026 (spring quarter/semester); Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at time of application. A GPA of 3.0 or higher must be maintained throughout the duration of the program; and Maintain a full-time student status (as defined by your university or college) through October 2027. To qualify at the GG-07 level, you must meet the criteria specified below: Completion of 4 academic years of post-high school education leading to a bachelor's or equivalent degree (expected graduation date of May 2026 or earlier); and Enrolled as full-time student in a graduate program for Fall 2026; and Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at time of application. A GPA of 3.0 or higher must be maintained throughout the duration of the program; and Maintain a full-time student status (as defined by your university or college) through October 2027. Students who successfully complete the Summer 2026 Cohort may be considered for participation with the Summer 2027 Cohort, pending educational qualification status. Students graduating prior to October 2027 from their current college/university must intend to continue their education and be enrolled as full-time students through October 2027. Proof of this enrollment and full-time status will be required prior to returning for the Summer 2027 Cohort. Education: All applicants must submit college or university unofficial transcripts as proof of enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program, current enrollment in a full-time course load and to confirm GPA requirements. See below for further instructions on transcripts. **PLEASE NOTE** - This is not a developmental career ladder opportunity - this position will be filled at the GG-05 or GG-07 depending on applicant qualifications and organizational requirements. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: 1. Communication: Written and oral communication techniques sufficient to develop and deliver briefings, project papers, status/staff reports and correspondence to managers to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations 2. Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations 3. Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals 4. Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems; uses sound reasoning to arrive at conclusions; finds alternative solutions to complex problems; distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical judgments 5. Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail 6. Ability to research, analyze and present information. Relocation expenses or housing benefits are NOT offered for our student positions. This position does not offer remote work. If you are selected, you will have to report to the office throughout your internship and be living within commuting distance of the office during the summer program.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package as described in REQUIRED DOCUMENTS. Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. 1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents. 2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application. 3. Applications must be received by the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12827748. To review the status of an application through USAJOBS: 1. Log into your USAJOBS account 2. Click Application Status within your profile to expand your application 3. Locate the job announcement and click the more information link under the Status column for this position. You will be routed to Application Manager. The Details tab displays by default. The Details tab displays comprehensive information about the selected Application Package including: assessment(s) and the status, supporting documents and their status, correspondence sent to you by the hiring agency, and your application processing status.

Application Deadline: 2025-12-08