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Engineering Internships 2026

Middletown, RI · On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

SEACORP is seeking a well-qualified Engineering Internships 2026 . Primary Duties and ... Secret SEACORP follows ITAR guidelines for the work it performs as a federal contractor.

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for federal internships in the United States is $21.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Federal internships are temporary positions offered by U.S. government agencies to students and recent graduates, allowing them to gain work experience in public service. These internships can be paid or unpaid and are available in a wide range of fields, such as policy, engineering, public health, and administration. They typically last for a few months, often over the summer, and provide valuable networking opportunities and insights into federal careers. Many federal internships are designed to lead to permanent positions within the government after successful completion.

What do federal interns do?

As a federal intern, you can expect to be involved in a variety of projects that support the mission and daily operations of the agency you’re placed in. Typical tasks might include conducting research, drafting reports, attending meetings, assisting with program administration, and collaborating on team projects. The exact nature of your responsibilities will vary by department, but most interns are given meaningful assignments that contribute to larger agency goals, offering a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience and expand your professional network within the federal government.

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To thrive as a Federal Intern, you typically need strong academic performance, analytical skills, and an interest in public service, often supported by enrollment in or recent graduation from an accredited degree program. Familiarity with government databases, office productivity software, and sometimes security clearance procedures is valuable. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability set top interns apart in collaborative and fast-changing federal environments. These skills enable interns to contribute effectively, learn quickly, and build a foundation for future government careers.

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Required CredentialsTypically high school diploma or current college studentSimilar; often current college students or recent graduates
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies at the federal level, often in Washington D.C. or regional officesState government offices, often in state capitals or regional offices
Employer & Industry UsageU.S. federal agencies like DHS, EPA, or DOJState departments like health, transportation, or education
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for federal government experienceSeeking state government roles or experience

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Infographic showing various Federal Internships job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,236 per year, or $21.3 per hour.

Internship Specialist - HBCU and TCU Internship Program DC

Guardians of Honor LLC

Washington, DC • On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of a federal internship program from outreach to program evaluation.

  • Develop outreach materials and conduct activities to increase student participation in internships and research experiences.

  • Manage internship applications, communicate with applicants and stakeholders, and support participant onboarding and program close-out.

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
GOH is a small management consulting firm supporting the federal government since 1997 (www.gohnow.com). We are seeking a new team member experienced in internship program recruitment, management, and coordination to support our federal clients.
GOH is recruiting in anticipation of potential future openings that are subject to final approval and funding. No guarantee of position availability can be made at this time; however, candidate identification and preliminary interviews are being conducted to support timely hiring should authorization be granted.
Summary:
The Internship Specialist supports the planning, coordination, and day-to-day delivery of a federal internship program. The position helps connect students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Minority Institutions (MIs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), and other eligible institutions with high-quality research internship opportunities. Working closely with GOH program leadership, government stakeholders, institutional partners, mentors, and students, the Internship Specialist supports the full participant lifecycle from outreach and application through selection, placement, onboarding, internship support, completion, and program evaluation.
Preferred experience emphasis: GOH strongly prefers candidates with demonstrated experience building trusted relationships with tribal communities, Tribal Colleges and Universities, tribal education departments, Native-serving organizations, and/or American Indian and Alaska Native students. The successful candidate should bring cultural humility, respect for tribal sovereignty, and an understanding that outreach and engagement must be community-informed, relationship-based, and responsive to local protocols.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provide ongoing support during internship cycle - outreach and recruitment, application review and selection, housing and stipend processing, coordination and communication during internship experience, and post-internship close out communications.
  • Develop outreach materials and conduct outreach activities to students to increase interest and participation in student internships, fellowships, research experiences - to include flyers, social media posts, website announcements, email communications.
  • Support management of internship applications and provide support through application assessment process.
  • Draft internship selection determination letters and manage communications regarding selection, housing, stipends, and preparation for internship experiences.
  • Identify and routinely communicate with potential mentors in support of internship program opportunities.
  • Build relationships and collaborate with institutions of higher education; communicate effectively with students, faculty, mentors, administrators, and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrate strong project coordination, organization, customer service, and follow-through skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Professionally handle sensitive information and personally identifiable information with sound judgment and in accordance with applicable requirements.
  • Collect, validate, organize, analyze, and communicate quantitative and qualitative program data.
  • Develop recruitment, outreach, and communication protocols and templates that demonstrate equitable and inclusive practices for engaging students from historically underrepresented and underserved communities.
  • The scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Also, the essential functions described are not a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities; additional tasks may be assigned.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Preferred demonstrated experience working with tribal communities, Tribal Colleges and Universities, tribal education departments, Native-serving organizations, or American Indian and Alaska Native students.
  • Knowledge of tribal sovereignty, government-to-government context, culturally responsive engagement, and community-specific protocols relevant to education and workforce outreach.
  • Established relationships or outreach experience with HBCUs, Minority Institutions, Tribal Colleges and Universities, STEM departments, research programs, or career-services networks.
  • Experience supporting STEM education, research, workforce development, or federal internship programs.
  • Experience with student application portals, applicant-tracking systems, Salesforce or another CRM, SharePoint, Smartsheet or similar project-management tools, survey platforms, and virtual-event technology.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional correspondence, guidance, reports, presentations, and student-facing materials.
  • Experience preparing accessible electronic materials and familiarity with Section 508 accessibility practices.
  • Experience supporting participants placed at multiple geographic locations or host sites.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint; ability to learn applicant-tracking, customer-relationship-management, survey, and project-management platforms.
  • Must be able to contribute to our positive and proactive culture while working in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, and high-tempo team environment.
  • Ability to pass background investigations as required for access to federal facilities and systems; position requires Public Trust clearance.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Reports to: Program Manager and Program Director
Work Environment: The work environment is a typical office setting or virtual/remote setting. Work location and arrangement are subject to change based on contract requirements.
Physical demands: The physical demands of the job include sitting for extended periods, and occasional walking and standing.
Position type and expected hours of work: This is a full-time non-exempt position. Typical work hours are Monday-Friday, 40-60 hours per week. Some job activities may be required outside of typical workdays/hours. Overtime may be expected during peak periods.
Travel: 20% local and regional travel may be required, with overnight stays necessary
Required education and experience: Bachelor's degree required
Additional eligibility qualifications: Minimum of four years of relevant professional experience supporting student programs, higher-education partnerships, outreach and recruitment, workforce development, program coordination, or a related area.
Equal employment opportunity statement: Guardians of Honor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We prohibit discrimination and harassment and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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