FEDERAL INTERNSHIPS & JOBS

Federal application materials & hiring processes are very different from those of non-government sectors. Pay close attention to the resources provided below as you prepare to apply.

Academic Quick Guides
The guides linked below provide information about those federal agencies that hire the most people with those majors. They include sample positions and other key information to help you find federal jobs and internships.

Agriculture and Forestry Environmental Sciences
Art and Design Foreign Languages
Biological Sciences International Relations
Business Law
Communications Medical
Computer Science and IT Physical Sciences
Education Social Sciences
Engineering Social Work

The Red, White and Blue Library
The Partnership for Public Service created the Red, White and Blue series of handbooks to provide an overview of federal job opportunities, sorted by areas of interest.

Federal Jobs by Major
Lists common job titles within the federal government by major most applicable.

Pathways Programs
The Pathways Programs are a great introduction to internship and entry-level programs to help you get your foot into the door. There are three programs: The Internship Program, the Recent Graduates Program, and the Presidential Managment Fellows Program.

Finding Jobs & Internships: Links to Postings
           Making the Difference
           USAjobs.gov

Federal Resumes
Federal Resumes are different from standard industry resumes as they ask for more information than you typically give on a resume. You may want to use the resume builder on USAjobs.gov when you apply to a position. You can also use the samples below to give you an idea of what to include.
           Tips for writing your federal resume
           Sample Entry-level Information Technology Resume
           CEL's Sample Resume
           Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612)

KSA Writing Tips, Examples & Essay Advice
KSA’s are written statements of your Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities as they pertain to the position you are applying for. Use the following resources to help you write your KSA’s when applying.
           KSA Tips
           KSA Worksheet
           12 tips for crafting federal application essays

Government Salary Tables
Get a sense of what you could potentially be making working for the federal government!