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Summary The primary purpose of this position is to Serve as an advanced trainee professional Safety Engineer performing duties which are designed to progress the employee in the application of theories and principles to Safety Engineering assignments. This is a formal Air Force intern position established under the Force Renewal PALACE ACQUIRE PAQ program. This is a GS-07/GS-09 position developmental to the full performance grade level of GS-12. The intern receives formal and informal training.

Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates: 03/20/2026 to 09/30/2026 Salary: $91,960 to $115,213 per year Pay scale & grade: GS 7 - 9 Locations: Few vacancies in the following locations

• Los Angeles, CA
• Peterson AFB, CO
• Eglin AFB, FL
• Patrick AFB, FL

Remote job: No Telework eligible: No Travel Required: Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed: No

Appointment type: Permanent Work schedule: Full-time Service: Competitive Promotion potential: 12

Job family Series: 0803 Safety Engineering Supervisory status: No Security clearance: Secret Drug test: No Position sensitivity and risk: Noncritical-Sensitive NCS / Moderate Risk Trust determination process: Suitability, Fitness, Financial disclosure Bargaining unit status: No Announcement number: L-26-DHA-0803-LAAFB-PJK Control number: 862044100

This job is open to Help The public

• U.S. Citizens
• Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Federal employees - Competitive service

• Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Managements hiring rules and pay scales.

Veterans

• Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower, or parent of a veteran who may be eligible for derived preference

Recent graduates

• Individuals who have graduated from an accredited educational institute or certificate program within the last 2 years or 6 years for Veterans.

Clarification from the agency Eligible NAF employees are considered under Hiring Path - Federal employees-Excepted service

Duties Help

• Conduct inspections of operations and facilities where the type of hazard anticipated is low in nature and is predictable in advance.
• Conduct safety training, develop class schedules, maintain necessary records/data, maintain classroom equipment, facility, etc. under supervision of qualified personnel.
• Conduct portions of investigations of mishaps and prepares and presents findings.
• Participate in established Air Force Occupational Safety Programs to Include Hazard Abatement, Confined Space, Ergonomics, etc.
• Conduct special assignments in keeping with the formal training plan.

Requirements Help Conditions of employment

• Employee must maintain current certifications.
• Successful completion of all training and regulatory requirements as identified in the applicable training plan.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• Must be registered for Selective Service (see Legal and Regulatory Guidance).
• Must sign a mobility agreement.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses may or may not be authorized. PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations.
• A security clearance will be required.
• Student Loan Repayment Program and/or Recruitment Incentive may be offered for eligible candidates.
• Employee must maintain current certifications.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• Must meet suitability for Federal employment.
• You will be in a probation period of one-year during PAQ internship.
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.

Qualifications

• Any individual who completed all requirements for an associate, bachelor, master, professional, or doctorate degree from a qualifying educational institution within the previous two years or will complete these requirements by 1 March 2021 meets the basic requirement to apply for the Recent Graduate Program.
• OR
• Any veteran released or discharged from active duty within the previous two years but due to a military service obligation was precluded from applying for a recent graduate position during any portion of the two-year eligibility period following completion of applicable degree and not more than six years have transpired since completing the requirements for the degree.
• Qualified candidates will be considered in accordance with the Office of Personnel Management Pathways Guidelines. You can also visit http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/index-Standards.asp for additional qualification standards.

Recommended Areas of Study A Degree in Engineering. To be acceptable the program must:

1. Lead to a degree in a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by ABET; OR
2. Include differential and integral calculus and courses more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: a. Statics, dynamics b. Strength of materials, stress-strain relationships c. Fluid mechanics, hydraulics d. Thermodynamics e. Electrical fields and circuits f. Nature and properties of materials relating particle and aggregate structure to properties g. Any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.

To qualify for a GS-07:

• Completion of 1 full year of graduate level education; OR
• Bachelors degree with Superior academic Achievement as provided in the General Policies and Instructions for Qualifications Standards Operating Manual; OR
• 5 academic years of pre-professional study.

To qualify for a GS-09:

• Masters or equivalent graduate degree; OR
• 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; OR
• LL.B or J.D. if related.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs) Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of fundamental cost and economic analysis concepts.
2. Knowledge of acquisition requirements and the development and approval processes used in large organizations.
3. Practical understanding of models and estimating relationships.
4. Ability to develop and utilize data collection techniques and to analyze data.
5. Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
6. Ability to interact effectively with others.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and/or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE Refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience. To view qualifying educational requirements and/or combination of education and specialized experience click on the following link: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/index-num-ndx.asp

Education Recommended areas of study: A Degree in Safety or Occupational Health fields (Safety, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene) or degree in other related fields that included or supplemented by at least 24 semester hours of study from among the following or closely related disciplines: safety, occupational health, industrial hygiene, occupational medicine, toxicology, public health, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biological sciences, engineering, industrial psychology, and organizational psychology.

This position has an education requirement. You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. http://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html.

The PALACE Acquire Program offers you a permanent position upon completion of your formal training plan. As a Palace Acquire Intern you will experience both personal and professional growth while dealing effectively and ethically with change, complexity, and problem solving. The program offers a 2-year formal training plan with yearly salary increases. Promotions and salary increases are based upon your successful performance and supervisory approval. This is your opportunity to begin a successful civilian career with the United States Air Force.

You must have completed a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelors from an accredited institution AND must have documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level in one of the following:

• Class Standing: Upper third of the graduating class based on completed courses in the college, university, or major subdivision.
• Grade Point Average:
• 2.95 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education; OR
• 3.45 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum.
• Note: If more than 10 percent of total undergraduate credit hours are non-graded (i.e., pass/fail, CLEP, CCAF, DANTES, military credit, etc.), you cannot qualify based on GPA.
• Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society: (Note: freshman honor society cannot be used to meet the requirements of this position). If qualifying based on class standing or honor society membership, provide appropriate documentation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information YOUR TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT COVERS

• Participant Agreement
• Orientation program
• Mentorship throughout the Program
• Individual Training & Development Plan to assist with career planning, professional development, and training activities
• At least 40 hours of formal interactive training each year of the Program
• Opportunity for career advancement

AFTER PROGRAM COMPLETION Recent Graduates who are selected for conversion must have:

• Completed all requirements of the program successfully.
• Demonstrated successful job performance consistent with the applicable performance appraisal program.
• Met the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) qualification standard for the position to which the Recent Graduate will be converted.

NOTE: It is important to remember that eligibility for conversion does not guarantee that the Department of the Air Force will offer conversion.

Selective Service Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information click here.

You MUST have one or more listed eligibilities (click Learn more about this agency button above to be considered). Eligibility claims must be supported with required documentation submitted with each application package to be considered. Transfer and Reinstatement or equivalent eligibles must provide their most current SF-50 and the SF-50 reflecting the highest grade held if not reflected on most current separation SF-50. Air Force is not responsible for erroneous eligibilities you list or fail to list.

If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position grade level and duty location.

Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4), select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference. To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

Direct Deposit All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on after 5 Nov 2016 who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information click here.

If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.

Expand/Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. [Opens in a new window] Learn more about federal benefits.

Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

BASIS OF RATING Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veterans Preference, however, Veterans Preference is considered where applicable.

• Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements.
• Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
• Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of not qualified or insufficient information and you will not receive further consideration for this job. For additional information on what to include in your resume click here.

APPRAISALS & AWARDS Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance-related rating and/or awards in your resume. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. [Opens in a new window] Learn more about federal benefits.

Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required documents Required Documents Help The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

• Online Application Questionnaire
• Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under How To Apply.
• Transcripts: If qualifying on education (position requires education) you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position submit an active/current registration/license.
• Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA, or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD Form 214 which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15 form.
• Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of your most recent SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50 block 24 must contain a 1 or 2 AND block 34 must be a 1. Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement block 34 may contain a 1 or 2.
• Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions Within-Grade, Grade Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
• ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible as applicable when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a certification memo in lieu of a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the members military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:
• Name, Rank, Grade of Service Member
• Branch of Armed Forces
• Dates of Active Service (Start and End Dates)
• Expected Date of Discharge
• Release from Active Duty
• Terminal leave start date if applicable
• Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e., separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge. Signature by or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.
• Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form 214 must be submitted upon receipt.

OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS

• Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees: Most recent performance appraisals dated within last 3 years showing the official rating of record signed by a supervisor or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
• Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees: List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
• Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF-50s).

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply Help The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM ET on 09/30/2026.

To preview the Application Questionnaire please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12917539

To begin the process click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.

To receive further consideration create or log in to https://afciviliancareers.com/recentgraduates and complete the HireVue information prompt. Please ensure to submit at the end of the process.

To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The most recent is considered the resume with the latest timestamp.
   • Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here.
   • For qualification determination, your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
   • If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan series and grade (i.e., GS-03-01-09). Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance-related rating given within the last three years and/or incentive awards in your resume.
   • DO NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc. on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information, you will not be considered for this vacancy.
   • Your name (first and last) MUST be included on your resume.
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   • A complete Application Questionnaire
   • Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
   • Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here.

   • PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicants responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded (i.e., resume) is received accurate and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.

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     Agency contact information Total Force Service Center Phone: 1-800-525-0102 Email: DO NOT EMAIL, CALL ONLY Address: AF Force Renewal 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US

     Next steps Once your application package is received, an acknowledgement email will be sent. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position. If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.

     Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

     • Criminal history inquiries
     • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
     • Financial suitability
     • New employee probationary period
     • Privacy Act
     • Reasonable accommodation policy
     • Selective Service
     • Signature and false statements
     • Social security number request

     Required Documents Help The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

     • Online Application Questionnaire
     • Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under How To Apply.
     • Transcripts: If qualifying on education (position requires education) you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position submit an active/current registration/license.
     • Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA, or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD Form 214 which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15 form.
     • Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of your most recent SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50 block 24 must contain a 1 or 2 AND block 34 must be a 1. Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement block 34 may contain a 1 or 2.
     • Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions Within-Grade, Grade Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
     • ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible as applicable when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a certification memo in lieu of a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the members military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:
     • Name, Rank, Grade of Service Member
     • Branch of Armed Forces
     • Dates of Active Service (Start and End Dates)
     • Expected Date of Discharge
     • Release from Active Duty
     • Terminal leave start date if applicable
     • Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e., separation or retirement)
     • Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge. Signature by or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.
     • Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form 214 must be submitted upon receipt.

     OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS

     • Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees: Most recent performance appraisals dated within last 3 years showing the official rating of record signed by a supervisor or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
     • Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees: List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
     • Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF-50s).

     If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

     How to Apply Help The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM ET on 09/30/2026.

     To preview the Application Questionnaire please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12917539

     To begin the process click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.

     To receive further consideration create or log in to https://afciviliancareers.com/recentgraduates and complete the HireVue information prompt. Please ensure to submit at the end of the process.

     To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

     1. Your Resume. If you submit more than one resume, only the most recent will be reviewed. The most recent is considered the resume with the latest timestamp.
        • Resumes may not exceed two pages. The two-page resume ensures the most relevant experience is reviewed and considered, which is a common practice in both the public and private sectors. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. Additional information on how to complete or update your resume may be located here.
        • For qualification determination, your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position.
        • If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan series and grade (i.e., GS-03-01-09). Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance-related rating given within the last three years and/or incentive awards in your resume.
        • DO NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc. on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information, you will not be considered for this vacancy.
        • Your name (first and last) MUST be included on your resume.
        • <
        • A complete Application Questionnaire
        • Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
        • Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here.

        • PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicants responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded (i.e., resume) is received accurate and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.

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          Agency contact information Total Force Service Center Phone: 1-800-525-0102 Email: DO NOT EMAIL, CALL ONLY Address: AF Force Renewal 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US

          Next steps Once your application package is received, an acknowledgement email will be sent. If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position. If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.

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          Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

          • Criminal history inquiries
          • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
          • Financial suitability
          • New employee probationary period
          • Privacy Act
          • Reasonable accommodation policy
          • Selective Service
          • Signature and false statements
          • Social security number request

          Summary The primary purpose of this position is to Serve as an advanced trainee professional Safety Engineer performing duties which are designed to progress the employee in the application of theories and principles to Safety Engineering assignments. This is a formal Air Force intern position established under the Force Renewal PALACE ACQUIRE PAQ program. This is a GS-07/GS-09 position developmental to the full performance grade level of GS-12. The intern receives formal and informal training.

          Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates: 03/20/2026 to 09/30/2026 Salary: $91,960 to $115,213 per year Pay scale & grade: GS 7 - 9 Locations: Few vacancies in the following locations

          • Los Angeles, CA
          • Peterson AFB, CO
          • Eglin AFB, FL
          • Patrick AFB, FL

          Remote job: No Telework eligible: No Travel Required: Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed: No

          Appointment type: Permanent Work schedule: Full-time Service: Competitive Promotion potential: 12

          Job family Series: 0803 Safety Engineering Supervisory status: No Security clearance: Secret Drug test: No Position sensitivity and risk: Noncritical-Sensitive NCS / Moderate Risk Trust determination process: Suitability, Fitness, Financial disclosure Bargaining unit status: No Announcement number: L-26-DHA-0803-LAAFB-PJK Control number: 862044100

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