GENERAL STUDENT TRAINEE (CONTRACTS)

GENERAL STUDENT TRAINEE (CONTRACTS) at National Reconnaissance Office · Department of Defense. Grade: 6-9. Applications close 2026-11-12.

Summary

Apply to participate in NRO's Dr. Chris Scolese Summer Internship Program today! We're actively seeking motivated highly qualified candidates in the Contracting Career Field. The NRO Summer Internship Program provides students pursuing education with paid opportunities to work at the NRO and explore career paths related to their academic field of study or career interest. Interns will receive training and guidance to prepare them to support NRO projects and initiatives.

Duties

• This is a temporary position - JUNE 2027 NTE AUGUST 2027. As a GENERAL STUDENT TRAINEE (CONTRACTS) you will be responsible for the following duties: Support management on all aspects of contract management, including contract information, solicitation, negotiation, cost analysis, administration, termination and closeout.
• Plan, develop, and establish procurement plans strategies, and approaches for acquisition projects.
• Support the developments of procurement objectives for the program regarding competition and price range; construct the contract vehicle.
• Prepare statements of work, acquisition plans, source selection plans and solicitation documents.
• Responsible for contract administration functions following award throughout the contract life cycle.
• Monitor and ensure contractor performance in accordance with the terms of the contract.
• Support negotiations and issue contract modification driven by technological advances or upgrade operational requirements.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include: Strong oral and written communication skills. Good organization and planning skills and be able to demonstrate effective project coordination and implementation based on past work or school experiences. Possess deductive reasoning skills and be able to analyze and synthesize information for problem-solving.

To qualify at the GG-06 level, you must meet the criteria specified below: Undergraduates must have a completed a minimum of 24 credit hours at the time of application. Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at time of application. A GPA of 3.0 must be maintained throughout the duration of the program; and Maintain a full-time student status (as defined by your university or college).

To qualify at the GG-07 level, you must meet the criteria specified below: Completion of a conferred bachelor's or equivalent degree. and Enrolled as full-time student in a graduate program for Fall 2027; 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).

To qualify at the GG-09 level, you must meet the criteria specified below: Completion of a Graduate degree or equivalent degree; and Enrolled as full-time student in a graduate program for Fall 2027; 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).

Summer interns are full-time employees on a temporary appointment for the period of 10 weeks between June and August. With a successful evaluation at the end of the summer, there may be an opportunity to return during subsequent summers based on mission requirements, continued eligibility, and the student's availability. 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-06, GG-07 or GG-09 level depending on applicant educational level. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: 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. 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. Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals. 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. Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Ability to research, analyze and present information. Be available, and geographically located near Chantilly, Virginia for the 10-week summer program from June - August.

Education

All applicants must submit college or university unofficial transcripts as proof of enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program, current enrollment in a full-time course load, and to confirm GPA requirement. Official Transcripts and other required Official supporting documentation must be submitted by selected students prior to their start date. Undergraduates must have a completed a minimum of 24 credit hours at the time of application. 1st year Graduate Students must submit their transcript from their previous undergraduate program to show they meet the GPA requirement. Transfer Students must submit their transcript from their previous institution if their GPA is not included on the unofficial transcript from their current institution. Superior Academic Achievement does not apply to DCIPS positions. Failure to provide transcripts and additional documentation to support your eligibility will result in you being rated ineligible for this position. Foreign Education: For further information, click on the following link: FOREIGN EDUCATION

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13085729. Please review the General Application Information and Definitions at: https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d As required by 5 C.F.R. § 302.106., DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. § 1194).