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US Department of the Air Force

$49K/yr

This is a formal Air Force position, established under the PALACE ACQUIRE program. It is centrally managed and funded by the Civilian Career Management Directorate and administered by the History and ...

US Department of the Air Force

LAW CLERK

Trenton, NJ

$61K/yr

This is a formal Law Clerk intern position, established under the PALACE ACQUIRE (PAQ) program; centrally managed and funded by the Air Force Personnel Center, Directorate of Civilian Personnel ...

US Department of the Air Force

$49K/yr

The PALACE Acquire Program offers you a permanent position upon completion of your formal training plan. As a Palace Acquire Intern you will experience both personal and professional growth while ...

US Department of the Air Force

$49K/yr

The PALACE Acquire Program offers you a permanent position upon completion of your formal training plan. As a Palace Acquire Intern you will experience both personal and professional growth while ...

US Department of the Air Force

$61K/yr

This is a formal Law Clerk intern position, established under the PALACE ACQUIRE (PAQ) program; centrally managed and funded by the Air Force Personnel Center, Directorate of Civilian Personnel ...

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for palace acquire in the United States is $29.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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The Palace Acquire (PAQ) program is a civilian career development program within the U.S. Air Force designed to recruit and train entry-level professionals in various fields such as finance, logistics, and human resources. It offers structured training, mentorship, and developmental assignments over a multi-year period, leading to full-time career placement. Participants receive competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within the federal government.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Palace Acquire position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Palace Acquire (Pathways Recent Graduates Program participant within the U.S. Department of the Air Force), you typically need a relevant bachelor's degree, strong organizational abilities, and an eagerness to learn about federal careers. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, government databases, and standard project tracking tools is beneficial, and eligibility often requires U.S. citizenship and recent graduation status. Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and initiative are key soft skills that help you excel in rotational assignments and collaborative settings. These qualifications and abilities are important as the program prepares entry-level professionals for long-term government service by exposing them to varied projects and fostering professional development.

What kinds of rotations or assignments can I expect as a Palace Acquire participant?

As a Palace Acquire participant, you will typically rotate through multiple functional areas within the Air Force Civilian Service, such as human resources, finance, logistics, or program management. These rotations provide hands-on experience with a broad range of duties to help you discover your strengths and preferences. You’ll work closely with experienced mentors and supervisors who guide your progress, assign meaningful projects, and support your professional growth. This structure is designed to give you a well-rounded foundation, connect you with diverse teams, and prepare you for a long-term federal career.

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Infographic showing various Palace Acquire job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,133 per year, or $29.4 per hour.
HISTORIAN

HISTORIAN

US Department of the Air Force

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$49K/yr

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This is a formal Air Force position, established under the PALACE ACQUIRE program. It is centrally managed and funded by the Civilian Career Management Directorate and administered by the History and Museums Civilian Career Program. Interns receive formal, informal, and/or on-the-job training in the discipline and assignments.Qualifications:Any individual who completed all requirements for a bachelor, master, professional, or doctorate degree from a qualifying educational institution within the previous two years or will complete these requirements by 1 Aug 2024 meets the basic requirement to apply for the Recent Graduate Program;
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Any veteran released or discharged from active duty within the previous two years, but due to a military service obligation, was precluded from applying for a recent graduate position during any portion of the two-year eligibility period following completion of applicable degree, and not more than six years have transpired since completing the requirements for the degree
Qualified candidates will be considered in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Pathways Guidelines . You can also visit: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/index-Standards.asp for additional qualification standards.
RECRUITMENT KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)
  1. Knowledge of history, historical methodology, and related social sciences.
  2. Knowledge of scholarly devices and methods used to document sources for historical information to include reference guides, indexes, catalogs, and other information services.
  3. Ability to communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing, in working out solutions to problems or questions relating to work.
  4. Ability to grasp and understand Air Force History, organizations, terminology, procedures, equipment, and operations.
  5. Ability to gather facts and use effective, analytical, and evaluative methods to accurately assess information and make sound decisions.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:Bachelor's degree in History or related field that included at least 18 semester hours in history from a qualifying educational institution is required.
This position has an education requirement. You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
The PALACE Acquire Program offers you a permanent position upon completion of your formal training plan. As a Palace Acquire Intern you will experience both personal and professional growth while dealing effectively and ethically with change, complexity, and problem solving. The program offers a 2-year formal training plan with yearly salary increases. Promotions and salary increases are based upon your successful performance and supervisory approval. This is your opportunity to begin a successful civilian career with the United States Air Force.
You must have completed a 4 year course of study leading to a bachelor's from an accredited institution AND must have documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level in one of the following:
a) Class Standing - upper third of the graduating class based on completed courses in the college, university, or major subdivision;
b) Grade Point Average - 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum. If more than 10 percent of total undergraduate credit hours are non-graded, i.e. pass/fail, CLEP, CCAF, DANTES, military credit, etc., you cannot qualify based on GPA;
c) Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society (note: freshman honor society cannot be used to meet the requirements of this position). (If qualifying based on class standing or honor society membership, provide appropriate documentation).
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.Employment Type: OTHER

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