Make an impact while you learn. The Semester of Service Program offers students a volunteer project-based opportunity to support real Federal missions, gaining hands-on experience and valuable career-ready skills. The government-wide "Semester of Service" Student Volunteer Program enables Federal agencies to engage students in unpaid, project-based assignments of limited duration aligning with each agency's strategic priorities.
Location: USFWS In-person work is an option, but not required. In-person candidates should report to: National Eagle and Wildlife Property Repository, 6550 Gateway Road, Building 128, Commerce City, Colorado, 80022 Work Schedule and Flexibilities: Up to 20 hours per week, at least 10 preferred. Must be able to work within National Wildlife Property Repository core hours, Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM MT. Start/end dates flexible.
Remote (100% work off site) Number of Positions: 1 Term: Spring 2027 (90 day term between mid-January and mid-June) This vacancy will be open until Thursday, October 29th, 2026 at 11:59pm ET. Candidates are encouraged to read the entire announcement before submitting their application packages. The National Wildlife Property Repository (NWPR) is a one-of-a-kind facility operated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Office of Law Enforcement (OLE).
NWPR is the national receiving and storage facility for wildlife products seized or confiscated by OLE and its law enforcement partners and currently stewards approximately 1.2 million items in its secure collection. NWPR frequently loans items to accredited museums and zoos, universities, research facilities and others for use in exhibition, scientific research, and provides items for OLE training and operations.
NWPR seeks a student trainee to study how OLE field personnel engage with NWPR and identify barriers to use and opportunities for improvement. The selected applicant will conduct structured informational interviews with OLE Special Agents and Wildlife Inspectors across the country and synthesize these insights to identify patterns, needs, and recommendations that can help NWPR better support OLE operations, outreach, training, and evidence management.
NWPR primarily serves OLE and its field personnel. An enhanced understanding of how Special Agents, Wildlife Inspectors and others are or are not utilizing NWPR's services and any opportunities for improvements to NWPR and its operations will aid the facility in providing more efficient and effective support to OLE operations and to the protection of endangered species from exploitation.
The government-wide "Semester of Service" Student Volunteer Program, as authorized under 5 U.S.C §31114 and 5 CFR Part 3085, enables Federal agencies to engage students in unpaid, project-based assignments of limited duration. These assignments are designed to align with each agency's strategic priorities, offering participants practical experience within Federal operations while supporting the advancement of targeted initiatives.
To qualify, you must be enrolled not less than half-time in an accredited college, university, or other accredited educational institution. You also must be in good academic standing as defined by your institution. Attach a copy of your transcripts to your application package for verification.
This is an unpaid volunteer experience. Student volunteers are not considered Federal employees for any purpose other than injury compensation and laws related to the Federal Tort Claims Act, and service is not creditable for leave accrual or other employee benefits. Professional experience: Meaningful project work with clear deliverables, regular supervision and federal mentorship.
Skill Development: Hands-on application of academic knowledge in real-world Federal operations. Career Exploration: Exposure to Federal missions, workplace culture, and potential career pathways. Protection and support: Coverage under Federal Tort Claims Act Workers' compensation for service-related injuries Structured onboarding and ongoing supervision
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This position is with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior.
The posted pay range is $0 – $0.
Yes, this position is fully remote.
Applications close on 2026-10-29.
This position is open under the 'Student' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-16 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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