The document summarizes three pathways programs for students and recent graduates seeking jobs with the US federal government: the Intern Program for currently enrolled students, the Recent Graduates Program for those who graduated in the last 2-6 years depending on veteran status, and the Presidential Management Fellows Program for those who recently completed advanced degrees. The programs provide opportunities for full or part-time paid positions and experience within the federal civil service.
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Pathways handout
1. https://www.usajobs.gov/StudentsAndGrads
Pathways Tutorial
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQzXYVqBmZg&feature=youtu.be
Intern Program (Formerly called SCEP/STEP or
Co-Op)
• Students currently enrolled in high school,
vocational/trade school, and college or
university]
• You must be enrolled in an academic
institution (at least half time)
• Agencies can require a minimum GPA
Recent Graduates Program (Formerly called FCIP)
• Veterans within six years of receiving their degree
due to interruption of education related to service,
and non-veterans within two years of receiving their
degree
• Agencies can include a GPA requirement
Presidential Management Fellows Program
• Individuals who are completing, or have completed
within the past two years, a qualifying advanced degree
Two-year, paid, full-time position with benefits
• Initially appointed at the GS-9, 11, or 12 (or
equivalent), based on applicant qualifications and
agency need
• Promotion potential up to the GS-13 during fellowship
http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-authorities/students-recent-graduates/