Meteorology (Pathways Student - Internship)
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Department Of Commerce
Current Pathways Interns of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration only Internships Part Time
Science, Service, and Stewardship
The National Weather Service is a component of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). NOAA is an Operating Unit of the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Our headquarters office for the National Weather Service (NWS) is located in Silver Spring, MD with regional headquarters located in Kansas City, Mo.; Bohemia, N.Y.; Fort Worth, Texas; Salt Lake City, Utah; Anchorage, Alaska; and Honolulu, Hawaii. With some 5,000 employees in 122 weather forecast offices, 13 river forecast centers, 9 national centers, and other support offices around the country, NWS provides a national infrastructure to gather and process data worldwide. Each year, NWS collects some 76 billion observations and issues approximately 1.5 million forecasts and 50,000 warnings.
Additional vacancies may be filled through this vacancy announcement if they become available.
Must sign an Internship Program Participant Agreement Must be accepted for enrollment or enrolled in school at least half-time Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply section). Required to pass background investigation and fingerprint check Relevant experience or education (see Qualifications and Evaluation)
The Meteorology (Pathways Student) GS-03/04 position is responsible for the following major duties:
Performs standardized duties related to weather observations, research, methodology, and collection of data
Receives on-the-job training to acquire operational experience with National Weather Service programs, policies, and procedures
Receives training in the development of forecast products, performing a variety of studies and analysis within limited scope and complexity
Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of experience, education, training completed, based on the information provided within their application/resume to determine those who are minimally qualified and those who are best qualified. Failure to submit a complete application package will result in a determination of not qualified.
Pathways Internship Eligibility
All applicants for this position must meet the following Pathways Eligibility requirement:
All applicants must be currently enrolled, or accepted for enrollment, on at least a half-time schedule as a student at in an accredited high school, college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs (e.g., graduate school, law school); or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a degree or certificate.
Minimum Qualifications
In addition to the above Pathways Eligibility requirement, applicants must meet the following based on the grade(s) desired:
GS-03 Grade LevelMust have completed at least 1 academic year of post-high school study (NOTE: One year of full-time academic study is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university.)
GS-04 Grade LevelMust have completed at least 2 academic years of post-high school study or an associate's degree (NOTE: two years of full-time academic study is defined as 60 semester hours, 90 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university.)
PROOF OF EDUCATION/ENROLLMENT: You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims in connection to your application for this position. For proof of minimum
Qualifications: (1) unofficial transcripts are acceptable, or (2) you may submit a list with all of your courses, grades, semester, year, and credit for the course. For proof of Pathways Internship eligibility: a copy of your transcripts or list of courses (as described above); documentation of registration; tuition bill; or, a copy of the acceptance letter from the college or university for new students. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit:
Only education/experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
PROGRAM COMPLETION AND CONVERSION:
Interns may be converted to a permanent position (or, in some limited circumstances, to a term position lasting 1-4 years) within 120 days of successful completion of the program.
To be eligible for conversion, Interns must:
Complete at least 640 hours of work experience acquired through the Internship Program
Complete their degree requirements. Please note, for the Meteorology, GS-1340 series, applicants must have a degree in meteorology, atmospheric science, or other natural science major that included: (1) at least 24 semester (36 quarter) hours of credit in meteorology/atmospheric science including a minimum of: (a) 6 semester hours of atmospheric dynamics and thermodynamics; (b) 6 semester hours of analysis and prediction of weather systems (synoptic/mesoscale); (c) 3 semester hours of physical meteorology; and (d) 2 semester hours of remote sensing of the atmosphere and/or instrumentation. (2) 6 semester hours of physics, with at least one course that includes laboratory sessions. (3) 3 semester hours of ordinary differential equations. ((4) at least nine semester hours of course work appropriate for a physical science major in any combination of three or more of the following: physical hydrology, statistics, chemistry, physical oceanography, physical climatology, radiative transfer, aeronomy, advanced thermodynamics, advanced electricity and magnetism, light and optics, and computer science. Note: There is a prerequisite or co-requisite of calculus for course work in atmospheric dynamics and thermodynamics, physics, and differential equations. Calculus courses must be appropriate for a physical science major.
Meet the qualification standards for the position to which the Intern will be converted
Meet agency-specific requirements as specified in the Participant's Agreement, and
Perform their job successfully.
Agencies may waive up to 320 of the required 640 hours of work for Interns who demonstrate high potential as evidenced by outstanding academic achievement and exceptional job performance.
In addition, students working in agencies through third-party intern providers may count up to 320 of the hours they work toward the 640 hour requirement.
Time spent under previous Internship Program appointments may count towards required work experience hours.
Once the application process is complete, a review of resume and supporting documentation will be made if you are within reach of selection, and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
Per the Department of Commerce Pathways Policy, applicants will be considered under 5 CFR 302.304(b)(1) where 10 point veterans are referred in numerical score order, followed by all other candidates in numerical score order.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics:
FORECASTING SUPPORT
WEATHER SENSORY INSTRUMENTATION
WEATHER DATA ACQUISITION
WEATHER DATA INTERPRETATION
In order to be rated as meeting the minimum qualifications, we must be able to determine from your application package that you have the specialized experience required as described above. Applicants who have qualifying experience performed on less than a full-time basis must specify the percentage and length of time spent in performance of such duties.
You must submit a complete application package by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, October 10, 2014.
To begin , click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete , log into your USAJOBS account, , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application , log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:
1. Your R sum 2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire 3. Other supporting documents:
College transcript(s), showing completion of 1 academic year (for GS-03) or 2 academic years (for GS-04) of post-high school study
Proof of enrollment, i.e., a copy of your transcripts or list of courses (as described above); documentation of registration; tuition bill; or, a copy of the acceptance letter from the college or university for new students
Veterans Preference Documentation (e.g., DD-214, VA Letter, SF-15), if applicable
NOTE: Please ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone number, employment information such as employer name and location; from and to dates (or from date to present for current position), which include the month and year for each description of experience, with grade level held, if applicable, number of hours worked per week, education, training etc. Your description of experience and education must be able to support any claim for qualifying for this position.
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is PH1215951
2. Fax your documents to .
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, October 10, 2014 to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to . Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. Based upon your score, you may be referred to the hiring official. If your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly by that office for a possible interview. You will receive notice via email once this process is completed (generally 4-6 weeks).
You will be notified of your application status at four points during the hiring process, as applicable. You may check your application status by accessing the USAJOBS website and clicking Application Status.
The amount of notices that each applicant receives may vary. The four points of notification are:
Application Received or Application Incomplete
Minimum Qualification Requirement Met/Not Met
Eligible (Application Referred) or Eligible (Application Not referred)
Selected or Not Selected
General information about benefits for Pathways positions are described here. If converted to a permanent position, the Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: . If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and youare claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of yourDD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans'preference, you must also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-PointVeterans' Preference plus the proof required by that form. For more informationon veterans' preference see
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exemptfrom Selective Service (see / ).
Additional Conditions of Employment/Requirements/Information :
Individuals must meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements throughout the duration of the Internship appointment. Prior to initial appointment, Interns must provide documentation of student status. Such documentation may be in the form of an official copy of school transcript, documentation of registration, tuition bill, or, a copy of the acceptance letter from the college or university for new students.
Interns must provide a copy of up-to-date transcripts (unofficial) at the end of each academic year, unless requested more frequently by the supervisory or Human Resources Office, for verification of enrollment and academic standing as proof of continuing eligibility for participation in the Intern program.
The appointment of a Pathways Program participant who is not converted to a term, career-conditional or career appointment in the competitive service automatically expires at the end of their appointment or bureau-approved extension, if applicable. Therefore, the appointment of any Interns who have not been converted at the end of the program must be terminated.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Department Of Commerce
Current Pathways Interns of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration only Internships Part Time
Science, Service, and Stewardship
The National Weather Service is a component of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). NOAA is an Operating Unit of the U.S. Department of Commerce.
Our headquarters office for the National Weather Service (NWS) is located in Silver Spring, MD with regional headquarters located in Kansas City, Mo.; Bohemia, N.Y.; Fort Worth, Texas; Salt Lake City, Utah; Anchorage, Alaska; and Honolulu, Hawaii. With some 5,000 employees in 122 weather forecast offices, 13 river forecast centers, 9 national centers, and other support offices around the country, NWS provides a national infrastructure to gather and process data worldwide. Each year, NWS collects some 76 billion observations and issues approximately 1.5 million forecasts and 50,000 warnings.
Additional vacancies may be filled through this vacancy announcement if they become available.
Must sign an Internship Program Participant Agreement Must be accepted for enrollment or enrolled in school at least half-time Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply section). Required to pass background investigation and fingerprint check Relevant experience or education (see Qualifications and Evaluation)
The Meteorology (Pathways Student) GS-03/04 position is responsible for the following major duties:
Performs standardized duties related to weather observations, research, methodology, and collection of data
Receives on-the-job training to acquire operational experience with National Weather Service programs, policies, and procedures
Receives training in the development of forecast products, performing a variety of studies and analysis within limited scope and complexity
Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of experience, education, training completed, based on the information provided within their application/resume to determine those who are minimally qualified and those who are best qualified. Failure to submit a complete application package will result in a determination of not qualified.
Pathways Internship Eligibility
All applicants for this position must meet the following Pathways Eligibility requirement:
All applicants must be currently enrolled, or accepted for enrollment, on at least a half-time schedule as a student at in an accredited high school, college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs (e.g., graduate school, law school); or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a degree or certificate.
Minimum Qualifications
In addition to the above Pathways Eligibility requirement, applicants must meet the following based on the grade(s) desired:
GS-03 Grade LevelMust have completed at least 1 academic year of post-high school study (NOTE: One year of full-time academic study is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university.)
GS-04 Grade LevelMust have completed at least 2 academic years of post-high school study or an associate's degree (NOTE: two years of full-time academic study is defined as 60 semester hours, 90 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university.)
PROOF OF EDUCATION/ENROLLMENT: You MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims in connection to your application for this position. For proof of minimum
Qualifications: (1) unofficial transcripts are acceptable, or (2) you may submit a list with all of your courses, grades, semester, year, and credit for the course. For proof of Pathways Internship eligibility: a copy of your transcripts or list of courses (as described above); documentation of registration; tuition bill; or, a copy of the acceptance letter from the college or university for new students. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit:
Only education/experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
PROGRAM COMPLETION AND CONVERSION:
Interns may be converted to a permanent position (or, in some limited circumstances, to a term position lasting 1-4 years) within 120 days of successful completion of the program.
To be eligible for conversion, Interns must:
Complete at least 640 hours of work experience acquired through the Internship Program
Complete their degree requirements. Please note, for the Meteorology, GS-1340 series, applicants must have a degree in meteorology, atmospheric science, or other natural science major that included: (1) at least 24 semester (36 quarter) hours of credit in meteorology/atmospheric science including a minimum of: (a) 6 semester hours of atmospheric dynamics and thermodynamics; (b) 6 semester hours of analysis and prediction of weather systems (synoptic/mesoscale); (c) 3 semester hours of physical meteorology; and (d) 2 semester hours of remote sensing of the atmosphere and/or instrumentation. (2) 6 semester hours of physics, with at least one course that includes laboratory sessions. (3) 3 semester hours of ordinary differential equations. ((4) at least nine semester hours of course work appropriate for a physical science major in any combination of three or more of the following: physical hydrology, statistics, chemistry, physical oceanography, physical climatology, radiative transfer, aeronomy, advanced thermodynamics, advanced electricity and magnetism, light and optics, and computer science. Note: There is a prerequisite or co-requisite of calculus for course work in atmospheric dynamics and thermodynamics, physics, and differential equations. Calculus courses must be appropriate for a physical science major.
Meet the qualification standards for the position to which the Intern will be converted
Meet agency-specific requirements as specified in the Participant's Agreement, and
Perform their job successfully.
Agencies may waive up to 320 of the required 640 hours of work for Interns who demonstrate high potential as evidenced by outstanding academic achievement and exceptional job performance.
In addition, students working in agencies through third-party intern providers may count up to 320 of the hours they work toward the 640 hour requirement.
Time spent under previous Internship Program appointments may count towards required work experience hours.
Once the application process is complete, a review of resume and supporting documentation will be made if you are within reach of selection, and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
Per the Department of Commerce Pathways Policy, applicants will be considered under 5 CFR 302.304(b)(1) where 10 point veterans are referred in numerical score order, followed by all other candidates in numerical score order.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics:
FORECASTING SUPPORT
WEATHER SENSORY INSTRUMENTATION
WEATHER DATA ACQUISITION
WEATHER DATA INTERPRETATION
In order to be rated as meeting the minimum qualifications, we must be able to determine from your application package that you have the specialized experience required as described above. Applicants who have qualifying experience performed on less than a full-time basis must specify the percentage and length of time spent in performance of such duties.
You must submit a complete application package by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, October 10, 2014.
To begin , click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete , log into your USAJOBS account, , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application , log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:
1. Your R sum 2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire 3. Other supporting documents:
College transcript(s), showing completion of 1 academic year (for GS-03) or 2 academic years (for GS-04) of post-high school study
Proof of enrollment, i.e., a copy of your transcripts or list of courses (as described above); documentation of registration; tuition bill; or, a copy of the acceptance letter from the college or university for new students
Veterans Preference Documentation (e.g., DD-214, VA Letter, SF-15), if applicable
NOTE: Please ensure that your resume contains your full name, address, phone number, employment information such as employer name and location; from and to dates (or from date to present for current position), which include the month and year for each description of experience, with grade level held, if applicable, number of hours worked per week, education, training etc. Your description of experience and education must be able to support any claim for qualifying for this position.
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is PH1215951
2. Fax your documents to .
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, October 10, 2014 to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to . Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. Based upon your score, you may be referred to the hiring official. If your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly by that office for a possible interview. You will receive notice via email once this process is completed (generally 4-6 weeks).
You will be notified of your application status at four points during the hiring process, as applicable. You may check your application status by accessing the USAJOBS website and clicking Application Status.
The amount of notices that each applicant receives may vary. The four points of notification are:
Application Received or Application Incomplete
Minimum Qualification Requirement Met/Not Met
Eligible (Application Referred) or Eligible (Application Not referred)
Selected or Not Selected
General information about benefits for Pathways positions are described here. If converted to a permanent position, the Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: . If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and youare claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of yourDD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans'preference, you must also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-PointVeterans' Preference plus the proof required by that form. For more informationon veterans' preference see
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exemptfrom Selective Service (see / ).
Additional Conditions of Employment/Requirements/Information :
Individuals must meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements throughout the duration of the Internship appointment. Prior to initial appointment, Interns must provide documentation of student status. Such documentation may be in the form of an official copy of school transcript, documentation of registration, tuition bill, or, a copy of the acceptance letter from the college or university for new students.
Interns must provide a copy of up-to-date transcripts (unofficial) at the end of each academic year, unless requested more frequently by the supervisory or Human Resources Office, for verification of enrollment and academic standing as proof of continuing eligibility for participation in the Intern program.
The appointment of a Pathways Program participant who is not converted to a term, career-conditional or career appointment in the competitive service automatically expires at the end of their appointment or bureau-approved extension, if applicable. Therefore, the appointment of any Interns who have not been converted at the end of the program must be terminated.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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