This internship is part of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Gateways Internship Program, expected to begin May 30, 2027. This is a temporary internship with a possibility of extension throughout the academic year provided the employee remains eligible for employment in the Gateways Intern Program. To qualify, applicants must be enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) on at least a half-time basis in a qualifying educational institution.
The FAA Internship Program provides aspiring public servants with opportunities to contribute to the mission of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and gain firsthand experience addressing the operational, technical, and policy challenges of the nation's aviation system.
Interns work alongside experienced FAA professionals across a variety of disciplines, including aviation safety, engineering, information technology (IT), mathematics, business, finance, economics, human resources, and policy.
Through meaningful, hands-on assignments and collaboration with professionals, interns gain insight into how these disciplines work together to ensure the safety and efficiency of the National Airspace System (NAS), support the aviation industry, and advance the FAA's mission to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world.
The FAA Student Trainee supports the mission and operations of the assigned office by performing developmental assignments designed to provide practical experience, build professional skills, and prepare the student for progressively more complex responsibilities. Duties may include: Assisting FAA professionals with administrative, analytical, research, and program support activities related to the office's mission and responsibilities.
Gathering, reviewing, organizing, and analyzing information to support projects, program activities, and operational needs. Assisting in the preparation of reports, briefings, presentations, correspondence, meeting materials, and other documents for staff and leadership. Supporting the coordination, tracking, and monitoring of projects, assignments, and program activities.
Participating in team meetings, special projects, and other developmental activities to gain an understanding of FAA operations and the National Airspace System. Performing other related trainee assignments that provide opportunities to apply academic knowledge, develop professional competencies, and contribute to the FAA's mission.
The FAA seeks motivated, adaptable, and enthusiastic students who are interested in public service and contributing to the safety, efficiency, and advancement of the nation's aviation system. Ideal candidates demonstrate a willingness to learn, take initiative, collaborate with others, and apply their academic knowledge to support organizational goals and improve government operations.
Academic Background: Students pursuing a degree or other qualifying educational credential in a field relevant to the assigned office's work. Core Competencies: Strong communication, organization, attention to detail, problem-solving, time management, and the ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities.
Mission Alignment: An interest in learning about FAA programs and operations, supporting the agency's mission, and contributing to the continued safety and efficiency of the National Airspace System.
This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcripts(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcement to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. You may upload these documents with your application in USAJOBS or fax it to fax number provided in the announcement (please include announcement number on each page).
Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration. Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation may be verified at the following website: www.ed.gov/accreditation. Foreign education must be evaluated by a private professional organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials or an accredited U.S.
educational institution in terms of equivalence to a degree acquired at an American college or university. A copy of the evaluation results must be included, otherwise your foreign education will not be considered. As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements.
Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA. In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability.
Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) listed in the announcement.
Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or priority grouping and referred to the selecting official for consideration.
studentprograms@faa.gov · 1 (000) 000-0000
This position is with Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation.
The posted pay range is $29062 – $51306/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-03.
This position is open under the 'Student' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-28 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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