Student Intern (Physical Science), GS-1399-04 (SUMMER INTERN)
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Because of the level of interest anticipated for these positions, you will be asked to select up to three duty locations for which you wish to receive consideration, and to rank your location choices in order of preference. You are encouraged to choose carefully and please select only those locations where you would be willing to accept a position. You may wish to consider such things as the cost for relocation, which will not be reimbursed by the agency, and the cost of living in the duty location(s) you select. NOAA is seeking bright, innovative, results-oriented students who are pursuing a degree or certificate program in an accredited educational institution for our Summer Intern Program. The NOAA Summer Intern Program targets students currently enrolled (or currently enrolled and accepted for enrollment) in a degree-seeking or Certificate program at least on a half-time basis. (Applicants who do not meet the definition of student by the closing date of the announcement will not be considered). This position is located in the National Weather Service (NWS). Applicants must be available to work at the duty location for the duration of the appointment. Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid. All travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the sole responsibility of the selected employee. Salary ranges will vary based on the location. Please visit:
OPM Salary Charts for specific salary information related to a specific location. Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) for Honolulu, Hawaii is 10.28% and 3.13% for Puerto Rico and is not federally taxed. The COLA is not reflected in the locality salary shown in this vacancy announcement. COLAs are exempt from Federal income taxes. Post Differential may be authorized for Barrigada, Guam for hires outside of the local area. May be eligible to applicants from the mainland, Alaska, or Hawaii. You may be entitled to 20% post differential allowance in addition to the salary. Post differentials are not exempt from Federal income taxes. As a Student Trainee (Physical Science), you will receive on-the-job and formal training to provide experience in the operation and familiarization with physical science programs, policies, and procedures, and an opportunity to perform progressively more responsible assignments as experience is gained. This position is not in the bargaining unit. Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at:
https:
//www.opm.gov/policy.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. To qualify at the GS-04 level:
EDUCATION:
Successful completion of 2 years of post-high school study that included at least 12 semester hours in any combination of courses such as physical science, engineering, or any branch of mathematics, except financial and commercial mathematics. OR
Experience:
6 months of general and 6 months of specialized work experience. General experience is defined as any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation. Specialized experience is defined as experience gathering physical science data. OR COMBINATION:
Equivalent combinations or education and experience.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Because of the level of interest anticipated for these positions, you will be asked to select up to three duty locations for which you wish to receive consideration, and to rank your location choices in order of preference. You are encouraged to choose carefully and please select only those locations where you would be willing to accept a position. You may wish to consider such things as the cost for relocation, which will not be reimbursed by the agency, and the cost of living in the duty location(s) you select. NOAA is seeking bright, innovative, results-oriented students who are pursuing a degree or certificate program in an accredited educational institution for our Summer Intern Program. The NOAA Summer Intern Program targets students currently enrolled (or currently enrolled and accepted for enrollment) in a degree-seeking or Certificate program at least on a half-time basis. (Applicants who do not meet the definition of student by the closing date of the announcement will not be considered). This position is located in the National Weather Service (NWS). Applicants must be available to work at the duty location for the duration of the appointment. Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid. All travel, transportation, and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the sole responsibility of the selected employee. Salary ranges will vary based on the location. Please visit:
OPM Salary Charts for specific salary information related to a specific location. Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) for Honolulu, Hawaii is 10.28% and 3.13% for Puerto Rico and is not federally taxed. The COLA is not reflected in the locality salary shown in this vacancy announcement. COLAs are exempt from Federal income taxes. Post Differential may be authorized for Barrigada, Guam for hires outside of the local area. May be eligible to applicants from the mainland, Alaska, or Hawaii. You may be entitled to 20% post differential allowance in addition to the salary. Post differentials are not exempt from Federal income taxes. As a Student Trainee (Physical Science), you will receive on-the-job and formal training to provide experience in the operation and familiarization with physical science programs, policies, and procedures, and an opportunity to perform progressively more responsible assignments as experience is gained. This position is not in the bargaining unit. Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at:
https:
//www.opm.gov/policy.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. To qualify at the GS-04 level:
EDUCATION:
Successful completion of 2 years of post-high school study that included at least 12 semester hours in any combination of courses such as physical science, engineering, or any branch of mathematics, except financial and commercial mathematics. OR
Experience:
6 months of general and 6 months of specialized work experience. General experience is defined as any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation. Specialized experience is defined as experience gathering physical science data. OR COMBINATION:
Equivalent combinations or education and experience.
- Department:
1399 Physical Science Student Trainee - Salary Range:
$31,208 to $45,652 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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