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Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific

Amphibious Communications Support - Internship

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
151 - 180 days
Locations
1 location in California
Career field
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Military Specific
Nearest installation
Naval Base Point Loma

About the program

intern will serve as a Communications Systems Technician within the Amphibious Communications (AMCOMMS) team at NIWC Pacific. This position offers a unique hands-on training opportunity in a lab-based environment supporting U.S. Marine Corps communications systems aboard Amphibious Class ships (LSDs, LPDs, LHDs/LHAs).

Jobs this program prepares you for

The intern will work closely with technicians to test, validate, and support shipboard tactical communications systems, gaining exposure to Pre-Installation Test Check Out (PITCO), Pre-Installation Check Out (PICO), and System Operational Verification Testing (SOVT) procedures. Interns will also assist in troubleshooting communication systems, building and testing cables, programming radios, and supporting system configurations in the lab environment.This role is ideal for transitioning service members with a communications and electronics maintenance background who seek to bridge military experience into a civilian defense technology role.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Secret Clearance Required

Active Secret Clearance Required. Communications and electronics maintenance background.

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

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