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U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

HQ - Office of Partnership and Engagement (OPE) - Partnership and Engagement Specialist - Unpaid Internship

Internship All branches

Website provided by the program.

At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
91 - 120 days
Locations
1 location in District of Columbia

About the program

There are 4 opportunities available.Assist in research, evaluations, prioritization, and recommends solutions to problems issues encountered in intergovernmental affairs. Provides support to a variety of Partnership and Engagement activities, relating to administrative, research and analytical duties and a variety to liaison activities and special assignments related to the mission and functions of the office. Assists in developing and maintaining ongoing effective contact with SLTT officials and their staffs. Responds to administrative and programmatic problems brought to the attention of the supervisor and relieves the supervisor of interruptions and demands on his/her time by independently handling matters or coordinating with the appropriate individual(s). Drafts correspondence and DHS legislative documents and related material along with printed media foroutside distribution. Works with Partnership and Engagement staff on strategizing, designing and implementing advocacy efforts in support of projects and initiatives. Assists in coordinating actions, which may require review and analysis of legislation, and regulatory actions that may affect SLTT offices and transmit information to SLTT officials and their staffs as appropriate. Participates in special projects and initiatives and performs special assignments. Drafts briefings and reports; responses to queries; and drafts background papers.

Jobs this program prepares you for

There are 4 opportunities available.Assist in research, evaluations, prioritization, and recommends solutions to problems issues encountered in intergovernmental affairs. Provides support to a variety of Partnership and Engagement activities, relating to administrative, research and analytical duties and a variety to liaison activities and special assignments related to the mission and functions of the office. Assists in developing and maintaining ongoing effective contact with SLTT officials and their staffs. Responds to administrative and programmatic problems brought to the attention of the supervisor and relieves the supervisor of interruptions and demands on his/her time by independently handling matters or coordinating with the appropriate individual(s). Drafts correspondence and DHS legislative documents and related material along with printed media foroutside distribution. Works with Partnership and Engagement staff on strategizing, designing and implementing advocacy efforts in support of projects and initiatives. Assists in coordinating actions, which may require review and analysis of legislation, and regulatory actions that may affect SLTT offices and transmit information to SLTT officials and their staffs as appropriate. Participates in special projects and initiatives and performs special assignments. Drafts briefings and reports; responses to queries; and drafts background papers.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Basic pre-employment investigative background check may be required.

Successful completion of this DHS unpaid internship will make the candidate competitive for possible full-time DHS employment. There are 4 positions available.

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.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ