The incumbent will be part of the Pathways Internship Program as a Student Trainee (Clerk) with the USDA's Animal & Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) in Mission, TX. This program is designed to provide students enrolled in a variety of educational institutions from high school to graduate level with opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school.

Duties

The duties may include, but are not limited to: Receives visitors and telephone calls, determines the nature of the requests, and directs callers to the appropriate official or provides the information desired on routine or procedural matters. Aids in establishing and maintaining file systems of general and program related material by coding materials, filing, locating and retrieving materials, and disposing of material. Maintains inventory in accordance with instructions to insure an adequate supply of forms, supplies, etc. Consolidates purchase requests and prepares and types requisitions. Consolidates statistical data from reports submitted by field units and maintains the data to prepare various periodic and financial reports as instructed. Types letters, memorandums, reports, and other forms of materials from rough drafts and/or oral instructions into final form with responsibility for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Individuals who were born male after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Must be in good academic standing as defined by their academic institution.
• Complete at least 640 hrs of work experience prior to completion of degree.
• Enrolled at least half-time at a qualifying educational institution.
• A signed participant agreement is required for employment under Pathways.
• Must be available to work a regular schedule when classes are in session as well as during scheduled breaks. [REMOVE IF NOT APPLICABLE]
• Satisfactory Background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• All USDA employees are required to be enrolled in Continuous Vetting, which authorizes government agencies to receive notifications of criminal activity on individuals who hold low risk, public trust, or national security positions.
• Successful completion of two-year trial period.
• Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/
• Work will be performed between Monday-Friday, 6:00 am through 6:00 pm. The work schedule will be determined/finalized by supervisor upon appointment.
• The target position for this Pathways Internship is a Program Support Assistant GS-0303-05/06 position.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. ELIGIBILITY: Students who are currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment on at least a half-time basis at a qualifying educational institution in a certificate, degree, or diploma program. Applicants can qualify by meeting the EDUCATION requirements specified below. EDUCATION: GS-4: Completion of 2 full academic years (60 semester or 90 quarter hours) of post-high school study or an associate's degree.

Education

Please see the above for education requirements.

If selected, official transcripts will be required prior to entrance on duty. Proof of enrollment or acceptance for the upcoming academic term or semester will also be required unless graduating in the current semester.

Contacts

• Address Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service USDA APHIS MRPBS 250 Marquette Avenue, Suite 410 Minneapolis, MN 55401 US
• Name: MRP Human Resources
• Phone: 612-336-3227
• Email: [email protected]