Programs for Student Interns:
Students are individuals currently enrolled in a qualifying educational institution pursuing an associate's, bachelor's, master's, professional, doctorate, or technical degree.
- DoD SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program - provides full college tuition, annual stipends, 8-12 week summer internships, and guaranteed employment with ATEC upon degree completion and satisfactory performance for a variety of 24 STEM fields. Learn more (SMART Flyer and SMART Brochure)
- DoD College Acquisition Internship Program (DCAIP) - a paid, 10- to 12- week summer internship that provides students with real-world exposure to Department of Defense acquisition workforce career opportunities. The program targets full-time second and third year students currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university. Interns receive hands-on, practical experience in analysis, research, report writing, oral briefings, policy development, program analysis, and computer applications.
- ⭐Applications window: Summer 2025 DCAIP will open shortly on USAJobs⭐
- Army Student Intern Program (SIP) - designed to expose current students to the Army Civilian Corps and potential career opportunities, with emphasis on STEM and mission critical occupations. A 10-12 week paid summer internship for students currently enrolled in college (undergraduate through graduate school). The program is intended to serve as a key pipeline for the Army Fellows Program, and it supports the Army People Strategy and the associated Civilian Implementation Plan, including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) priorities. To learn more, visit here.
- ⭐Student Opportunities and vacancy announcements Click Here and search "Student Trainee"⭐
Programs for Recent Graduates:
Recent graduates are individuals who obtained a qualifying associates, bachelors, master's, professional, doctorate, or technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution.
- Army Fellows Program (AFP) - program that ensures development of Civilians through a blend of progressive and sequential work assignments, formal training, and self-development. Individuals in this program will be able to progress from entry level to key positions. To learn more and apply visit here.
- Be sure to check our Job Board and Recruitment Events Page for opportunities too!
Presidential Management Fellows:
Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program is a great way to perform valuable service to the American people while jump-starting your career. Challenging assignments, training, mentoring, and more! To learn more visit here.
- Eligibility: Current graduate student presently attending a qualifying college or university and expecting to complete your advanced degree requirements (including thesis defense or dissertation) by August 31st of the year following the application) or you are a recent graduate who has completed an advanced degree from a qualifying college or university during the two years preceding the opening date of the PMF Program’s annual application.
Entry-Level Key Benefits:
- Hands-on experience - learn how to apply your skills in a work setting
- Provide specialized training and development
- Leadership training
- Learn ATEC's culture, policies, and procedures
- Yearly Promotions
- Time worked as a student counts towards retirement and time off
Check our Job Board and Recruitment Events Page for student and Entry Level opportunities too!
Recent Graduate Spotlights
We recently asked a few of our recent graduates to share any personal quotes or thoughts and insights about their experiences as a new ATEC employee.