# Oil and Gas Bond Reviews and Maintenance at Bureau of Land Management - Company: [Bureau of Land Management](https://usajobs.gov) - Location: Bakersfield, CA - Type: Full-time · Entry - Posted: 2026-10-16 - Apply: https://www.usajobs.gov:443/job/888716900 - Page: https://newgrad.ai/jobs/oil-and-gas-bond-reviews-and-maintenance-e6fc3fc5 ## Summary by newgrad.ai What you'll do: - Update and maintain bond records in the AFMSS database. - Review data, enter information, and resolve documentation discrepancies. - Collaborate with staff to support oil and gas program operations. What they're looking for: - Students enrolled at least half-time in an accredited institution. - U.S. citizens or nationals not graduating before May 1, 2027. - Ability to volunteer 8 to 20 hours weekly for 90 days. Pay and perks: - This is an unpaid volunteer position. ## Posting Oil and Gas Bond Reviews and Maintenance at Bureau of Land Management · 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: BLM 35126 McMurtrey Ave. Bakersfield, CA 93308 - Work Schedule and Flexibilities: In office (or work site) only - Number of Positions: 2 - 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 ET. Candidates are encouraged to read the entire announcement before submitting their application packages. The student will work at the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Bakersfield Field Office, providing support to the Oil and Gas Division. The primary objective of this project is to update and maintain bond information within the Automated Fluid Minerals Support System (AFMSS), the database used by BLM to track oil and gas operator bonds and related records. Throughout the project, the student will learn to navigate and utilize AFMSS to ensure accurate and up-to-date bond records. Responsibilities will include reviewing existing data, entering new information, and coordinating with staff to resolve discrepancies or verify operator documentation. In addition to data management tasks, the student will collaborate with engineers, Realty Specialists, and Land Law Examiners to support the updating of well records and gain an understanding of how these records relate to broader oil and gas program operations. This project provides hands-on experience with federal data systems, exposure to interdisciplinary workflows, and an opportunity to contribute to essential recordkeeping that supports responsible oil and gas management within the BLM Bakersfield Field Office. 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. ### Qualifications You will be considered based on their knowledge, skills or abilities related to project needs. ### Education To qualify, you must be enrolled not less than half-time in an accredited junior college, 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. ### Additional requirements Conditions of employment To participate in this Program, you must: - Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S National studying in the U.S. or abroad - Be enrolled not less than half-time in an accredited junior college, college, university, or other accredited educational institution (at least Associate's degree or above) throughout the 90 day Semester of Service opportunity. - Students graduating before May 1, 2027 are not eligible. - Selectees will be responsible for contacting a school official to sign a Semester of Service approval form indicating you are currently enrolled at least half-time and in good academic standing. - Qualifying educational institutions must be located within the United States. - Be in good academic standing as defined by your institution. - Commit to volunteering 8 - 20 hours per week for a minimum of 90 days. - Complete all required onboarding documentation assigned by the Department of the Interior and your academic institution. - Agree to volunteer. This position is unpaid. No compensation, stipends, or hiring preference will be granted from this work. You may use this volunteer experience to qualify for future jobs you choose to apply for. - Agree to understanding volunteers are not Federal employees. - Not be a current federal employee. Current federal employees can reach out to the contact below to inquire about job detail opportunities. ### 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 10/29/2026 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/13085848 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://usajobshelp.opm.gov/hc/en-us/articles/52879898157843-How-to-see-your-application-and-job-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. From Bureau of Land Management's public posting, laid out for reading by newgrad.ai with the wording unchanged. Check the original before you apply. --- More new-grad and intern roles: https://newgrad.ai/llms.txt