Students
Current Students
Whether you're looking for a job while you're taking classes or post-graduation, you've come to the right place. Learn what types of EPA jobs you're eligible to apply for, check out the benefits, and see what we're recruiting for on USAJobs.
Resources
Student Employment
Paid Internships
Pathways Interns
Any student enrolled half-time or more at an accredited college/university is eligible to apply for one of the EPA's paid internship positions. Some of the internship benefits include:
- Flexibilities around your academic schedule - summer and year-round opportunities.
- Potential to become a permanent employee.
- Gaining federal government experience.
- Getting paid! For interns, salaries range from the GS-02 to GS-07 level.
Paid Student Trainees
Post-Secondary Students
Any student enrolled part-time or more pursuing a bachelors or graduate degree is eligible to apply for one of the EPA's student positions. Some of the benefits include:
- Flexibilities around your academic schedule.
- Potential to become a permanent employee.
- Gaining federal government experience.
- Getting paid! Salaries up to the GS-11 level.
Unpaid Internships
Student Volunteers
Exciting volunteer opportunities at the EPA offer a chance to make a positive impact on the environment through various projects. Eligibility, information, and application details are provided in each posting for those interested in getting involved.
Other Potential Internships
Externally Funded Positions
Certain academic institutions and non-profits sponsor an pay for federal internships. EPA has agreements with the organizations listed below. Please note that not all organizations place interns with the EPA every year.
- Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU)
- National Congress of American Indians (NCAI)
- National Science Foundation (NSF)
- The Washington Center (TWC)
- Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) for Students with Disabilities
Post-Graduation Employment
Development Opportunities
Pathways Recent Graduates
EPA posts jobs specifically for current students that will graduate within nine months or less. You will be eligible to apply for the one/two-year career development opportunities if you plan to graduate within the timeframe outlined in the "This job is open to" section of the USAJOBS announcement.
Some of the benefits include:
- Potential to become a permanent employee.
- Ability to opt in for federal benefits.
- Career guidance from your own mentor.
- Salaries typically range from the GS-05 to GS-11 level.
- Full performance grade up to the GS-13 level.
- Time credited towards retirement.
Opportunities for Individuals with Advanced Degrees
Pathways Residential Management Fellows
Individuals who have completed a Master's, PhD, JD, or similar advanced degree within the past two years, or who will meet advanced degree requirements by August 31st of the intended start date are eligible to apply for these two-year career development opportunities.
Some of these benefits include:
- Potential to become a permanent employee.
- Senior-level mentorship throughout the program.
- Getting paid! Salaries range from the GS-09 to GS-12 level.
- Full performance grade up to the GS-13 level.
- Time credited towards retirement.
Graduate Opportunities
College Graduates
The EPA posts jobs specifically for current students that will graduate with a bachelor's or graduate degree within nine months or less. You will be eligible to apply for these opportunities if you plan to graduate within the timeframe outlined in the "This job is open to" section of the USAJOBS announcement.
Some of the benefits include:
- Being hired as a permanent employee.
- Eligible for federal benefits.
- Starting salaries typically range from the GS-07 to GS-11 level.
- Salaries up to the GS-13 level.