For domestic students at Soka University, careers within the US Government offer diverse opportunities for both current students and graduates. A degree in Liberal Arts is highly regarded and opens doors to numerous positions across various US Government agencies. These roles are not limited to International Studies; agencies actively seek candidates with a broad spectrum of skills and interests. For instance, the US Department of State and USAID hire professionals in fields such as Social Work, Environmental Science, Economics, Finance, Public Health, Education, and Humanitarian Assistance. Similarly, the FBI recruits a wide range of professionals beyond traditional roles like agents, including intelligence analysts, financial experts, scientists, and linguists.
Explore the wide variety of options for career pathways within the US Government here: USAJobs.org - The Federal Government's official employment website.
FEDERAL INTERNSHIP PORTAL - The Federal Internship Portal is a centralized platform used by the U.S. federal government to advertise internship opportunities across various departments and agencies. It allows students and recent graduates to explore and apply for internships in fields ranging from public policy and administration to science and technology. The portal helps streamline the application process and provides information on eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and the types of experiences offered within the federal government.
VIRTUAL Student Federal Service Internships - Virtual Student Federal Service (VSFS) Internships are a program offered by the U.S. Department of State that provides remote, year-long internship opportunities for students. These internships allow students to work on projects related to various fields such as diplomacy, technology, communications, and international relations. The program is open to U.S. citizens who are enrolled as degree-seeking students in an accredited college or university, and it enables students to gain valuable experience working on real-world issues and projects from anywhere in the world. Applications open on February 1. Interested candidates can apply in the spring for yearlong virtual internships starting in the fall.
FAQ regarding INTERNSHIPS with US Government agencies (LINK)
To apply for jobs with the US Government you need a FEDERAL RESUME. (LINK: How to Build a Resume in USAJobs portal.)
A Federal Resume is long and very detailed, and includes things like how many hours per week your job/experience/internships were. WATCH: HOW TO WRITE A FEDERAL RESUME:
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