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 career-ready skills. Students must be enrolled at least half-time in an accredited trade school, technical/vocational institute, junior college, college, university, or other accredited educational institution.
With this project, you'll support research economist by updating the SNAP Distribution Schedule Database
Key Responsibilities
Update the ERS SNAP Distribution Schedule Database through 2025 or 2026. Update will be accomplished by using currently publicly available data, including web histories, press releases and news postings.
Requirements & Education
To qualify, you must be enrolled not less than half-time in an accredited trade school, technical or vocational institute, junior college, 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.
Benefits
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.
This position is with Economic Research Service, Department of Agriculture.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $0 – $0.
Is this position remote or telework eligible?
Yes, this position is fully remote.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-11-05.
What is the work schedule?
This is a 8-20 hours per week position.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Student' hiring path.
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