FAA Gateways Internship Program (Student)

U.S. Department of Transportation
  • Washington, DC
  • $29,062–$51,306 Per Year
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FAA Gateways Internship Program (Student)

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

Office of Human Resource Management, AHR

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Summary

This internship is part of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Gateways Internship Program, expected to begin May 30, 2027. This is a temporary internship with a possibility of extension throughout the academic year provided the employee remains eligible for employment in the Gateways Intern Program. To qualify, applicants must be enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) on at least a half-time basis in a qualifying educational institution.

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Summary

This internship is part of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Gateways Internship Program, expected to begin May 30, 2027. This is a temporary internship with a possibility of extension throughout the academic year provided the employee remains eligible for employment in the Gateways Intern Program. To qualify, applicants must be enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) on at least a half-time basis in a qualifying educational institution.

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Overview

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Accepting applications

This job will close when we have received 700 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more

Location

Many vacancies in the following locations:

Anchorage, AK

El Segundo, CA

Washington, DC

College Park, GA

Des Plaines, IL

Burlington, MA

Kansas City, MO

Atlantic City, NJ

Queens, NY

Oklahoma City, OK

Fort Worth, TX

Des Moines, WA

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible Yes-Situational telework may be permitted in accordance with agency policy. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $29,062 - $51,306 per year

FV-C ($29,062 - $43,591) FV-D ($34,205 - $51,306) The salary listed does not include locality. Locality will be determined upon selection.

Pay scale & grade

FV C - D

Promotion potential NA

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.

Appointment type Internships

Occupations and job series

  • 0399 Administration And Office Support Student Trainee

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service

Drug test No Security clearance Other

Announcement number 300-AHR-27-INTERN-101114 Control number 890300800

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Veterans

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

Students

Current students enrolled in an accredited high school, college or graduate institution.

Clarification from the agency

This position is part of the Gateways Program and is open to current students who are enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a qualifying educational institution and enrolled at least half-time.

Duties

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The FAA Internship Program provides aspiring public servants with opportunities to contribute to the mission of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and gain firsthand experience addressing the operational, technical, and policy challenges of the nations aviation system. Interns work alongside experienced FAA professionals across a variety of disciplines, including aviation safety, engineering, information technology (IT), mathematics, business, finance, economics, human resources, and policy. Through meaningful, hands-on assignments and collaboration with professionals, interns gain insight into how these disciplines work together to ensure the safety and efficiency of the National Airspace System (NAS), support the aviation industry, and advance the FAAs mission to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world.

The FAA Student Trainee supports the mission and operations of the assigned office by performing developmental assignments designed to provide practical experience, build professional skills, and prepare the student for progressively more complex responsibilities. Duties may include:

  • Assisting FAA professionals with administrative, analytical, research, and program support activities related to the offices mission and responsibilities.
  • Gathering, reviewing, organizing, and analyzing information to support projects, program activities, and operational needs.
  • Assisting in the preparation of reports, briefings, presentations, correspondence, meeting materials, and other documents for staff and leadership.
  • Supporting the coordination, tracking, and monitoring of projects, assignments, and program activities.
  • Participating in team meetings, special projects, and other developmental activities to gain an understanding of FAA operations and the National Airspace System.
  • Performing other related trainee assignments that provide opportunities to apply academic knowledge, develop professional competencies, and contribute to the FAAs mission.

The FAA seeks motivated, adaptable, and enthusiastic students who are interested in public service and contributing to the safety, efficiency, and advancement of the nations aviation system. Ideal candidates demonstrate a willingness to learn, take initiative, collaborate with others, and apply their academic knowledge to support organizational goals and improve government operations.

Academic Background: Students pursuing a degree or other qualifying educational credential in a field relevant to the assigned offices work.

Core Competencies: Strong communication, organization, attention to detail, problem-solving, time management, and the ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities.

Mission Alignment: An interest in learning about FAA programs and operations, supporting the agencys mission, and contributing to the continued safety and efficiency of the National Airspace System.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • This position has a positive education requirement. Transcript(s) required.
  • Successful completion of a security investigation may be required.
  • Selectee is required to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) to determine suitability for federal employment.
  • The intern will be required to report to the designated onsite location as identified upon selection.
  • Please review Required Documents & Additional Information.

Qualifications

To qualify for the FV-C (FG/GS - 3/4) level, you must be currently enrolled full time or at least half time in an accredited educational institution (college, university, vocational school, trade school, etc.) and show completion of 1 full academic year of post-high school study. Full or half time enrollment is defined by your educational institution.

To qualify for the FV-D (FG/GS - 5/9) level, you must be currently enrolled full time or at least half time in an accredited educational institution (college, university, vocational school, trade school, etc.) and show completion of 4 academic years of post-high school study leading to a bachelors degree or equivalent degree. Full or half time enrollment is defined by your educational institution.

Due to the education requirement of this position, an official or unofficial transcript must be submitted at the time of application. If transcripts are not received, you will be rated as ineligible.

Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required prior to a final offer of employment. You may use 2026 in-progress semester/quarter hours to qualify for a higher grade level. Qualifications will be determined based on completed and in-progress hours stated on your unofficial transcript submitted at the time of application.

You must provide updated transcripts that show any/all degrees conferred, current grades and registration with cumulative GPA to support your educational claims (acceptance letter is also required if applicable to current academic status).

Degree Requirement: course of study leading to a degree or equivalent.

AND

Interns must meet the following requirements at time of appointment and throughout the duration of the appointment:

(1) Must meet the definition of student. An intern who is graduating from a degree-seeking program and has been accepted into another degree-seeking program (e.g., graduating with a bachelors degree and immediately enrolling into a masters degree program) may be eligible to remain in the Internship Program if the student continues to meet program eligibility requirements.

(2) Must provide proof of enrollment (e.g., official/unofficial transcript, letter from registrars office, or tuition bill) to the Gateways Program Coordinator prior to appointment and following each quarter or semester, as appropriate, to confirm that they continue to meet eligibility requirements. Interns in a certificate program, not on a quarter hour or semester hour system, must submit a bi-annual statement from the registrar or instructor showing that the student is progressing in the program on at least a half-time basis and that their performance/progress is acceptable.

(3) Must be a United States citizen.

(4) Must meet qualification requirements, security, and/or medical requirements (if applicable), and any other requirements specific to the position for which appointed/converted.

(5) Must have registered with the Selective Service System or have an approved exemption (only applies to males born after December 31, 1959). See EMP-1.38, Selective Service Registration Requirements.

(6) Meet specific requirements as specified in the Participant Agreement.

Features of the Gateways Internship Program

Appointment: This is an Excepted Service appointment on a temporary basis. This temporary internship is not-to-exceed August 7, 2027. The temporary appointment can be extended and/or converted to a new temporary appointment at managements discretion based on the needs of the organization for the work to continue and provided the employee remains eligible for employment in the Gateways Intern Program. Promotion is not permitted during this temporary appointment.

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 480 hours of career-related work, required training, mentorship, and other requirements in accordance with the interns participant agreement.

Termination: Participation in this program may be terminated at any time.

Transcripts: Must be submitted. If you do not submit your transcripts, your application will be considered incomplete and will not be given further consideration.

Housing: Housing is the responsibility of the applicant.

Education

This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcripts(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcement to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. You may upload these documents with your application in USAJOBS or fax it to fax number provided in the announcement (please include announcement number on each page).

Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.

Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation may be verified at the following website: www.ed.gov/accreditation.

Foreign education must be evaluated by a private professional organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials or an accredited U.S. educational institution in terms of equivalence to a degree acquired at an American college or university. A copy of the evaluation results must be included, otherwise your foreign education will not be considered.

As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.

In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or priority grouping and referred to the selecting official for consideration.

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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 person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements

Notes:

1) Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted. Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.

2) Some, none, or all candidates may be interviewed.

3) Positions to be filled anywhere within FAA Regional Offices, Centers and/or Headquarters.

4) Work Schedules will be determined at the discretion of management and will not be available until after appointment and onboarding.

5) 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.

This is not a bargaining unit position.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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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.

IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.

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Required Documents

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To be considered, you must submit all required resume details and applicable documents by the closing date. Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.

  • Resume
  • Completed Questionnaire.
  • Transcripts and/or Enrollment Verification is REQUIRED. The transcript may be an unofficial transcript at the time of application but must show that you meet the stated education requirements, including specific major or class requirements. However, you will need to provide an official transcript before you are given a final job offer.
  • Acceptance Letter of Enrollment: A letter from the educational institution that confirms the following: The degree/diploma program in which you have been accepted and that you will be enrolled at least on a half-time basis. Required from all applicants who need to verify enrollment per the stated education requirements.

This position has a positive education requirement; college transcripts are required for ALL candidates newly appointed to the FAA in the 399 series.

College transcripts must be submitted from current FAA employees applying for internal vacancies if they have never held a position in the 399 series with the FAA.

College transcripts are not required from current FAA employees who are currently occupying a 399 series.

If selected, official transcripts are required prior to employment.

All Veterans: If you are claiming veterans preference, you must submit either a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 Copy or equivalent), or a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions. If you are claiming 10 point preference, you must also submit a completed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference, and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.

If you are claiming 10 point preference but fail to submit the supporting documents outlined on the SF-15, you will be tentatively assessed as a 5 point preference eligible provided your DD Form 214 reflects that you have the service required to qualify for preference. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.

Veterans currently on active duty claiming veterans preference: You will be granted tentative preference if you submit a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions and your application shows that you have the required service. Prior to being appointed, you must provide to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office a DD Form 214 documenting discharge/release and showing that the service was honorable or general. If you are on terminal leave, you must provide documentation certifying authorized terminal leave.

If you want consideration for one or more of the Special Hiring Authorities, documentation that must be submitted at time of application can be found at Direct Hiring Authorities | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov).

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

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Applicants may be required to complete one or multiple assessments as part of the evaluation process. This assessment aims to evaluate the competencies and qualifications essential for the position.

You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register.

RESUMES ARE LIMITED TO TWO PAGES. IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC AND INCLUDE INFORMATION AS IT RELATES TO THE QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION.

Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:

Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)

  • Relevant work experience: should align to the Job Announcement and address all required qualifications and include job title, employer name, start/end dates, number of hours worked per week.
  • Education, certification or licensure: If required, education should include school/institution name, completion date, degree type and GPA.

Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible.

You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies.

Agency contact information

Centralized Recruitment & Early Careers

Phone 1 (000) 000-0000 Fax 1 (405) 954-3003 Email studentprograms@faa.gov Address Federal Aviation Administration

ATO Programs and Staffing Division

6500 S MacArthur Blvd, HQ 1, RM 155

AHO-300

Oklahoma City, OK 73169

US

Next steps

Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.

Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.

All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

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To be considered, you must submit all required resume details and applicable documents by the closing date. Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.

  • Resume
  • Completed Questionnaire.
  • Transcripts and/or Enrollment Verification is REQUIRED. The transcript may be an unofficial transcript at the time of application but must show that you meet the stated education requirements, including specific major or class requirements. However, you will need to provide an official transcript before you are given a final job offer.
  • Acceptance Letter of Enrollment: A letter from the educational institution that confirms the following: The degree/diploma program in which you have been accepted and that you will be enrolled at least on a half-time basis. Required from all applicants who need to verify enrollment per the stated education requirements.

This position has a positive education requirement; college transcripts are required for ALL candidates newly appointed to the FAA in the 399 series.

College transcripts must be submitted from current FAA employees applying for internal vacancies if they have never held a position in the 399 series with the FAA.

College transcripts are not required from current FAA employees who are currently occupying a 399 series.

If selected, official transcripts are required prior to employment.

All Veterans: If you are claiming veterans preference, you must submit either a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 Copy or equivalent), or a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions. If you are claiming 10 point preference, you must also submit a completed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference, and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.

If you are claiming 10 point preference but fail to submit the supporting documents outlined on the SF-15, you will be tentatively assessed as a 5 point preference eligible provided your DD Form 214 reflects that you have the service required to qualify for preference. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.

Veterans currently on active duty claiming veterans preference: You will be granted tentative preference if you submit a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions and your application shows that you have the required service. Prior to being appointed, you must provide to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office a DD Form 214 documenting discharge/release and showing that the service was honorable or general. If you are on terminal leave, you must provide documentation certifying authorized terminal leave.

If you want consideration for one or more of the Special Hiring Authorities, documentation that must be submitted at time of application can be found at Direct Hiring Authorities | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov).

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

Help

Applicants may be required to complete one or multiple assessments as part of the evaluation process. This assessment aims to evaluate the competencies and qualifications essential for the position.

You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register.

RESUMES ARE LIMITED TO TWO PAGES. IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC AND INCLUDE INFORMATION AS IT RELATES TO THE QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION.

Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:

Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)

  • Relevant work experience: should align to the Job Announcement and address all required qualifications and include job title, employer name, start/end dates, number of hours worked per week.
  • Education, certification or licensure: If required, education should include school/institution name, completion date, degree type and GPA.

Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible.

You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies.

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Agency contact information

Centralized Recruitment & Early Careers

Phone 1 (000) 000-0000 Fax 1 (405) 954-3003 Email studentprograms@faa.gov Address Federal Aviation Administration

ATO Programs and Staffing Division

6500 S MacArthur Blvd, HQ 1, RM 155

AHO-300

Oklahoma City, OK 73169

US

Next steps

Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.

Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.

All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.

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Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Additional locations

Des Plaines, IL

Burlington, MA

Kansas City, MO

Atlantic City, NJ

Queens, NY

Oklahoma City, OK

Fort Worth, TX

Des Moines, WA

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Agency contact information

Centralized Recruitment & Early Careers

Phone 1 (000) 000-0000 Fax 1 (405) 954-3003 Email studentprograms@faa.gov Address Federal Aviation Administration

ATO Programs and Staffing Division

6500 S MacArthur Blvd, HQ 1, RM 155

AHO-300

Oklahoma City, OK 73169

US

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Summary

This internship is part of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Gateways Internship Program, expected to begin May 30, 2027. This is a temporary internship with a possibility of extension throughout the academic year provided the employee remains eligible for employment in the Gateways Intern Program. To qualify, applicants must be enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) on at least a half-time basis in a qualifying educational institution.

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Overview

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Accepting applications

This job will close when we have received 700 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more

Location

Many vacancies in the following locations:

Anchorage, AK

El Segundo, CA

Washington, DC

College Park, GA

Des Plaines, IL

Burlington, MA

Kansas City, MO

Atlantic City, NJ

Queens, NY

Oklahoma City, OK

Fort Worth, TX

Des Moines, WA

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible Yes-Situational telework may be permitted in accordance with agency policy. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $29,062 - $51,306 per year

FV-C ($29,062 - $43,591) FV-D ($34,205 - $51,306) The salary listed does not include locality. Locality will be determined upon selection.

Pay scale & grade

FV C - D

Promotion potential NA

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.

Appointment type Internships

Occupations and job series

  • 0399 Administration And Office Support Student Trainee

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service

Drug test No Security clearance Other

Announcement number 300-AHR-27-INTERN-101114 Control number 890300800

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Numbers & Facts

LocationWashington, DC
Salary$29,062–$51,306 Per Year

Skills

  • Academic Backgroundunmatched
  • Administrative Skillsunmatched
  • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
  • Air Traffic Control (ATC)unmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Aviation Industryunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Economicsunmatched
  • Federal Assistanceunmatched
  • Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)unmatched
  • Federal Governmentunmatched
  • Financeunmatched
  • Governmentunmatched
  • Government Organizationsunmatched
  • HTTPS (HyperText Transport Protocol Secure)unmatched
  • Human Resourcesunmatched
  • Human Resources Managementunmatched
  • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Mathematicsunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Network Attached Storage (NAS)unmatched
  • Onboardingunmatched
  • Operational Improvementunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Plan Meetingsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Project Trackingunmatched
  • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
  • Publicationsunmatched
  • Registrarunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Reimbursementunmatched
  • Reporting Skillsunmatched
  • Research & Development (R&D)unmatched
  • Safety Engineeringunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Secondary Schoolunmatched
  • Solar Powerunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • Tuition Feesunmatched
  • United States Citizenunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched

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