Social Science Student Trainee Intelligence

We're Looking for a skilled Social Science Student Trainee Intelligence in the Defense Counterintelligence And Security Agency based in Farmers Branch, Texas. Read through the job description to see if it matches your current experience.

The Successful Applicant

To qualify at the GG05 level you must meet the criteria specified below: Completion of 1 full academic year of posthigh school study by May 2026 (spring quarter/semester) Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at time of application. A GPA of 3.0 or higher must be maintained throughout the duration of the program and Maintain a fulltime student status (as defined by your university or college) through October 2027. To qualify at the GG07 level you must meet the criteria specified below: Completion of 4 academic years of posthigh school education leading to a bachelors or equivalent degree (expected graduation date of May 2026 or earlier) and Enrolled as fulltime student in a graduate program for Fall 2026 and Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at time of application. A GPA of 3.0 or higher must be maintained throughout the duration of the program and Maintain a fulltime student status (as defined by your university or college) through October 2027. Students who successfully complete the Summer 2026 Cohort may be considered for participation with the Summer 2027 Cohort pending educational qualification status. Students graduating prior to October 2027 from their current college/university must intend to continue their education and be enrolled as fulltime students through October 2027. Proof of this enrollment and fulltime status will be required prior to returning for the Summer 2027 Cohort. Education: All applicants must submit college or university unofficial transcripts as proof of enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program current enrollment in a fulltime course load and to confirm GPA requirements. See below for further instructions on transcripts. PLEASE NOTE This is not a developmental career ladder opportunity this position will be filled at the GG05 or GG07 depending on applicant qualifications and organizational requirements. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: 1. Communication: Written and oral communication techniques sufficient to develop and deliver briefings project papers status/staff reports and correspondence to managers to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations 2. Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding friendliness courtesy tact empathy concern and politeness to others develops and maintains effective relationships with others may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult hostile or distressed relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations 3. Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation pride trust and group identity fosters commitment and team spirit works with others to achieve goals 4. Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems uses sound reasoning to arrive at conclusions finds alternative solutions to complex problems distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical judgments 5. Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail 6. Ability to research analyze and present information. Relocation expenses or housing benefits are NOT offered for our student positions. This position does not offer remote work. If you are selected you will have to report to the office throughout your internship and be living within commuting distance of the office during the summer program.

What’s on Offer

The role offers excellent opportunities for top performers to further develop their competencies as a social worker and improving the lives of people.