Student Trainee

Summary This position is part of the Department of Energy, Bonneville Power Administration in Transmission Student Development (TD). As a Student Trainee (Civil Engineer), you will be involved in periods of pertinent formal education and periods of employment in an occupational engineering field as a part of a formal student employment program. The incumbent will participate in the BPA engineering rotation program and complete assignments in at least two functional areas. Responsibilities As a Student Trainee (Civil Engineering), you will: Apply civil engineering knowledge to tasks such as drafting, detail design, routine calculations, and creating technical documents (e.g., graphs, tables, and correspondence). Adapt standard practices to solve specific problems. Conduct field inspections alongside engineers, review shop drawings for compliance with specifications, and visit construction sites to assess environmental factors or existing structures. Prepare layout and detail drawings from instructions, notes, or sketches for routine or minor project elements. Assist with surveying by operating instruments, staking locations, and plotting alignments and grades. Use computer software to support engineering tasks and become familiar with organizational programs, procedures, and manuals. Study technical materials to assist in the development of specifications and engineering solutions. Participate in meetings to review project engineering elements and collaborate with team members for orientation and skill development. Requirements Conditions of Employment See "Other Information" section regarding Selective Service requirements. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation. PATHWAYS PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 16 years old. Must be in good academic standing (GPA of a 2.0 or higher). Must be enrolled in at least a half-time course load, as defined by your educational institution. Must submit a copy of your current transcripts and/or letter of acceptance as proof of your enrollment. If selected, official transcripts/proof of enrollment must be submitted prior to establishing a start date. Your entire time as a Pathways Intern will be considered your probationary/trial period. As a Pathways Intern you may have rotational assignments in various organizations. As a Pathways Intern you are expected to work during your summer, winter and spring breaks unless otherwise coordinated with your manager. PATHWAYS PROGRAM COMPLETION: BPA has the option to convert an intern to a permanent position upon program completion. This is not automatic nor guaranteed. It is at the discretion of the employing office. Interns may be converted to the General Schedule (GS) level qualified for at the time of conversion. To be eligible for conversion, an intern must: Must be a U.S. Citizen. Complete at least 640 hours of work experience acquired through the internship program before completion of their educational program/degree. Meet the Office of Personnel Management's qualification standards for the position to which the intern will be converted. Meet requirements as specified in the Participant's Agreement. Perform their job successfully and be recommended by the organization to a permanent position. Relocation may be authorized with conversion. Qualifications Eligiblity: Currently enrolled in an accredited college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate. GS-04: To qualify, you must have completed 2 full academic years of post-high school study OR an associate's degree. (1 full academic year is equivalent to 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours.) You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education Education Requirements: Your educational goals must include obtaining a professional degree in Engineering. You must submit a copy of your current transcripts with major being pursued for proof of education and enrollment. If you are not currently enrolled, but have been accepted for future enrollment you must submit a copy of your acceptance letter with your application. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Department of Education Accreditation Search to verify school accreditation. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. DO NOT email or mail in any of your application documents. Documents will not be accepted outside of the online application system. NOTE: This Pathways Internship will have a tentative start date in May/June of 2025. If you graduate before October 2025, you will not be eligible for this Pathways Internship Program. Additional Information After employment, this position may be subject to periodic physical examinations, as prescribed by competent medical authority and at BPA expense, if exposed to health hazards. The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE. For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: www.telework.gov All males born after December 31st 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government. BPA strives to ensure a safe, positive, inclusive work environment, supported by Leadership Behaviors. For more information on Leadership Behaviors visit: www.bpa.gov/goto/LeadershipBehaviors We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home and family members. BPA also supports employees' overall wellness through its Be Well program, which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balance. The program supports five key areas of life: career, community, financial, physical and social.