# Environmental Management System (EMS) Data Analysis at Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs

- Company: [Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs](https://usajobs.gov)
- Location: Remote (Remote (US))
- Type: Full-time · Entry
- Posted: 2026-10-16
- Apply: https://www.usajobs.gov:443/job/888868900
- Page: https://newgrad.ai/jobs/environmental-management-system-ems-data-analysis-ffae4bb4

## Summary by newgrad.ai

What you'll do:

- Collect and analyze environmental compliance audit data for the BIA.
- Support policy development for the Indian Affairs Manual, Chapter 2.
- Participate in supervised onsite facility audits and engage with Tribal professionals.

What they're looking for:

- Students enrolled at least half-time in an accredited institution.
- Preference for graduate students in environmental, sustainability, or engineering fields.
- Ability to commit to a minimum of 8 hours per week.

## Posting

Environmental Management System (EMS) Data Analysis at Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs · Department of the Interior. Grade: 00-00. Applications close 2026-10-29.

### Summary

Make an impact while you learn. The Semester of Service Program offers students a volunteer project-based opportunity to support real Federal missions, gaining hands-on experience and valuable career-ready skills. The government-wide "Semester of Service" Student Volunteer Program enables Federal agencies to engage students in unpaid, project-based assignments of limited duration aligning with each agency's strategic priorities.

### Duties

- Location: Remote (100% work off site) Work Schedule and Flexibilities: The project may be paced according to student’s schedule and available hours. At minimum 8 hours per week is preferred. Number of Positions: 1
- Term: Spring 2027 (90 day term between mid-January and mid-June) This vacancy will be open until Thursday, October 29th, 2026 at 11:59pm. Candidates are encouraged to read the entire announcement before submitting their application packages.
- The student will work with the BIA Central Office’s (national support) Branch of Environmental Services on data collection (environmental compliance audits), data analysis and research (audit findings), and policy development (EMS) support to update
- Part 59 of the Indian Affairs Manual, Chapter 2 in collaboration with BIE and other relevant offices and programs. This project will address data gaps through occasional (optional/as available) onsite travel to BIA facilities for the audits, as well
- as opportunities to engage with local Tribal government professionals during audits where a Tribal program is operating out of a BIA facility via a P.L. 93-638 agreement. Environmental compliance audits are a form of evaluation for the BIA to ensure
- that implementation of our EMS policy is effective. This is an opportunity for students with environmental, sustainability, chemical/engineering interests to learn more about developing an organizational Environmental Management System program
- evaluation through practicing onsite audits (with supervision).

### Qualifications

Applicants will be considered based on their knowledge, skills or abilities related to project needs. Environmentally-focused graduate students are preferred, however undergraduate students including underclassmen are welcome to apply. The government-wide "Semester of Service" Student Volunteer Program, as authorized under 5 U.S.C §31114 and 5 CFR Part 3085, enables Federal agencies to engage students in unpaid, project-based assignments of limited duration. These assignments are designed to align with each agency's strategic priorities, offering participants practical experience within Federal operations while supporting the advancement of targeted initiatives.

### Education

To qualify, you must be enrolled not less than half-time in an accredited college, university, or other accredited educational institution. You also must be in good academic standing as defined by your institution. Attach a copy of your transcripts to your application package for verification.

### How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online assessment which you must complete to apply for the position. Complete the online assessment, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. You can view the assessment here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13083308 To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://www.usajobs.gov/), all your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/howto/application/status. Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered. Requests for Reasonable Accommodations should be sent to the vacancy contact listed below.

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