SummaryMake an impact while you learn. The Semester of Service offers students a volunteer project-based opportunity to support Federal missions, gaining hands-on experience and valuable career-ready skills. Students must be enrolled not less than half-time in an accredited trade school, technical or vocational institute, junior college, college, university, or other accredited educational institution, and participation must be with the permission of the institution at which the student is enrolled.
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Human Capital Policies is looking for student(s) to assist HC Policy Experts with research and analysis to contribute to the development of various policy written assignments, including human capital related policies, bulletins, flyers, PPTs, etc. Student will use AI tools to assist with HC research and analysis support. Student will also review, analyze, and refresh HCP's online presence (SharePoint, Teams, intranet, and internet); and recommend improvements to maximize user accessibility, including what is extraneous or outdated.
Work Schedule: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. ET
Compressed/Flexible: Flexible
Telework: Some telework available
Virtual/Remote: This is not a virtual/remote position.
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Conditions of employmentTo participate in this program you must:- Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. National studying in the U.S. or abroad. International students on valid visas may participate if they meet applicable immigration, visa, and agency authorities.
- Be enrolled not less than half-time in an accredited trade school, technical or vocational institute, junior college, university, or other accredited educational institution.
- 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 your agency and academic institution.
- Agree to volunteer. This position is unpaid. No compensation, no stipends, and no 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.
QualificationsPreferred qualifications: students majoring in human resources/human capital, business management, and/or organizational psychology. Possession of strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to research and analyze data, familiarity with basic AI, ability to work collaboratively via in-person and virtual environments.
EducationTo qualify, you must be enrolled not less than half-time in an accredited trade school, technical or vocational institute, junior college, college, university, or other accredited educational institution. You also must be in good academic standing as defined by your institution.
You must attach a copy of your transcripts and proof of enrollment to your application package for verification.
You will not be considered if transcripts and proof of enrollment are not received at the time of application.
Unofficial transcripts may be submitted, if selected, we will request official transcripts.Additional informationCandidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.