Summer 2024 NRO Cadre Student Internship Program
Company: National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: May 25, 2023
Job Description:
WE ARE THE NRO For sixty years, the NRO has developed, acquired,
launched, and operated the satellites that are the foundation for
America's advantage and strength in space. Using a diversified
architecture of spacecraft, NRO collects and delivers the best
space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance content
on the planet. Learn more at . Basic Eligibility For A Position
With The NRO
You must be a U.S. Citizen Be a U.S.
citizen -You must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security
clearanceYou will be subject to pre-employment and periodic drug
testingYou will be subject to pre-employment and periodic polygraph
examinationsFederal Employee Vaccination Requirement - To ensure
compliance with nationwide COVID-19 vaccine protocols, please visit
to review the latest guidance.NRO Summer Intern ProgramAre you
ready to learn what it takes to be a member of our vibrant and
diverse team of experts? - Apply to participate in our summer 2024
NRO Cadre Undergraduate and Graduate Student Internship Program
today! - We're actively seeking motivated, highly qualified
candidates in a wide variety of career categories including:
STEM/Technical, Contracts, Financial Management, Mission Support,
and Security. - To learn more about the Career Fields, please click
The -NRO Cadre Undergraduate and Graduate Student Internship
Program -provides students pursuing advanced education with paid
opportunities to work at the NRO and explore career paths related
to their academic field of study or career interests. -Interns will
receive training and guidance to prepare them to---support---NRO
projects and initiatives. -Summer interns are full-time employees
on a temporary appointment for the period -of -10 weeks between
June and August. - There may be opportunities to return during
subsequent summers based on mission requirements, continued
eligibility, and the student's availability. - -Benefits Available
to Interns -
Onsite workout facilityMaxiFlex work
scheduleUpon successful evaluation and mission need, there is a
chance to 'convert' to a full-time employee after graduationWith a
successful evaluation at the end of the summer, interns could be
invited back for multiple summersNRO is accepting applications
through 11:59 PM EST on June 30, 2023.What You Will Be DoingIntern
Projects: Each intern will be given a project to complete that
aligns with her/his experience and education. Specific duties will
expose individuals to independent and team-oriented work
opportunities. Each intern performs under direct supervision and
will be provided feedback on a regular and timely basis.
Professional Development and Training: Throughout the summer, NRO
interns will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of
professional development and training experiences. Some of these
events include speaker series with NRO seniors; resume writing
workshops, security lunch and learns, and NRO mission
overviews.External Events and Experiences: As time and availability
permit, interns will be able to take advantage of selected events
outside of the NRO. These include tours of mission partner agencies
such as the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) and
National Security Agency (NSA) and potentially NRO launches.Who May
ApplyTo be eligible for the program, the requirements include:
Be enrolled full-time in an
undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college
or university.Undergraduates must have completed a minimum of 24
credit hours. -Provide an -unofficial transcript at the time of
application and an official transcript -upon acceptance into the
program -from the academic institution. -Be available for an
interview and other applicable -processing.Pass a drug test, -and
not have illegal drug use in the past 12 months. Prior drug use is
carefully evaluated.Be available, and geographically located near
Chantilly, Virginia, or Fort Belvoir, Virginia (on rare occasions)
-for the 10-week summer program from June - August.Preferred
qualifications include:
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Good organization and planning skills and -be able to
demonstrate effective project coordination -and implementation
based on past work or school experiences.
- Possess deductive reasoning skills and be able to analyze and
synthesize information for problem-solving.
- Prior experience in the intelligence community or space-related
agency.What You Need to ApplyRequired - Resume Applicants -are
required to -provide a resume reflecting -applicable experience
that demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, and
competencies necessary for immediate success in the
positionOptional - Cover LetterApplicants are highly encouraged to
provide a cover letter. -Cover letters cannot exceed 5,000
characters and should include the following:
Reasons you want to work at the NRO
-The experience you would like to obtain while interning at the NRO
-The unique characteristics and/or experiences that make you a good
fit for the NRO -LocationsChantilly, VirginiaFort Belvoir, Virginia
-White Sands Missile Range, New MexicoBuckley Air Force Base
Colorado SpringsSalary2023 Salary Range for Washington DC Area:
Working towards:
Bachelor's Degree: GG-06, Step 5 -
$54,159 -per year -or $25.95 -per hour -Master's Degree: GG-07,
Step 5 -- $60,185 per year or $28.83 -per hour - Doctorate: GG-09,
Step 5 -- $73,617 per year or $35.27 -per hour - Federal pay is a
combination of base and locality pay which is based on the
geographic location of where you work.These positions are Defense
Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) positions in the
Excepted Service under 10 USC 1601.--- -Application
InformationPlease review instructions prior to completing the
application and answer all questions carefully. -NRO interns will
be placed in 1 of 5 career fields based on their selection in their
application (Contracts, Financial Management, Mission Support,
Security, and Technical). If you are unsure which Career Field you
should select, please review a description of each one below:
Contracts Ensures that contractual baselines meet with Federal and
NRO laws, regulations, policies, and standards. In coordination
with Acquisition Program Management, develops and implements
contractual direction on all contracts within the NRO. Financial
Management Supports the NRO in formulation and execution of the NRO
budget. Works with program management to ensure program closure.
These responsibilities include analyzing program and/or acquisition
data through qualitative and quantitative techniques, identifying
and evaluating options to solve program budget issues, certifying
funding availability, providing regulatory and procedural guidance,
and providing overall financial management support to the NRO's
directorates and offices. Example jobs in this career field
include:
Budget Formulation Budget Execution
Accounting Fiscal Law & Policy Financial Systems Audit Compliance
Engineering/Technical Provides technical expertise in support of
acquisition, operations, customer support, launch, and other NRO
missions. Provides expertise on a wide range of technical fields
and disciplines, such as program management, research, design,
development, integration and test, launch, operations, sustainment,
and disposal of innovative overhead intelligence systems for
national security. Some of the unique aspects of engineering and
operating NRO satellite reconnaissance systems and infrastructure
include: working with a large, diverse group of systems developers;
leading within a large population of support contractors; and
delivery and support to numerous worldwide operating locations.
Example jobs in this career field include:
Physical Science Information
Technology Engineering Mathematics Program Analysis ***Interns
selected for the Technical Career Field may be offered to work at
one of NRO's ground stations instead of NRO HQ in Chantilly, VA.***
Ground Station Locations Include: -
Fort Belvoir, VA (Springfield, VA)
-White Sands Missile Range, NM (194 miles from Albuquerque, NM)
-Buckley Air Force Base, CO (Colorado Springs, CO) Security
Develops security threat protection planning and execution for
operations across NRO programs and facilities. Provide personnel
security services to support all NRO workforce. Example jobs in
this career field include:
Program Security Counterintelligence
Polygraph Cyber Mission Support Provides expertise in unique
disciplines supporting a wide range of functions, such as
administrative, equal employment, human resources, logistics, and
non-acquisition program management. Example jobs in this career
field include: Equal Employment Opportunity
Logistics Facilities Operations Human
Resources Office Administration -Although NRO will accept
unofficial transcripts, we cannot accept transcripts with limited
information. When uploading your transcript, ensure it includes the
following information.
Your Name College/University Name
Overall GPA Number of course credits Please upload a transcript
from the institution you are currently attending. If you have
started a graduate program but have not completed your first
semester, you must submit your undergraduate transcript along with
proof of enrollment in a graduate program.Trial PeriodAll new will
be required to serve a 2-year trial period. Veterans' PreferenceDoD
Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to
preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title
5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD
Instruction 1400.25, Vol 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. - If
you are a veteran claiming veterans' preference, as defined by
section 2108 of Title 5 USC, you must submit documents verifying
your eligibility upon request.Equal Employment Opportunity
PolicyThe United States Government does not discriminate in
employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including
pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political
affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability,
genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization,
retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit
factor.
Reasonable Accommodation
PolicyFederal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to
applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants
requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application
process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity
announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process,
applicants should contact the hiring agency directly.
Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be
made on a case-by-case basis.A reasonable accommodation is any
change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are
usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply
for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job
benefits.Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies
must provide reasonable accommodations when:
An applicant with a disability needs
an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job.An
employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the
essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.An employee
with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to
benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored
events.You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time
during the application or hiring process or while on the job.
Requests are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please send your
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