Connect with federal and state agencies at events on and off campus. Start applying for federal internships (review sample opportunities).
Review upcoming events (on and off campus) to network with state and government
- USAJobs and Federal Resume Workshop, Tuesday, March 10 • 4 - 5 pm | University Career Center, 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing | Participants will review an actual Job Opportunity Announcement, learn how to identify the key requirements, and tailor your resume to best reflect how you are a great fit for the position.
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Writing Federal Resumes, Tuesday, March 24 • 4:30 - 6:00 pm | University Career Center, 3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing
Need help with your Federal resume? Attend this workshop hosted by USDA.
Application Tips
- Review the application process and the most urgent hiring needs
- Building a Resume in USAJobs
- What should I include on my federal resume?
- Federal resume example
- 2020 Federal Pay Table | Understanding the GS Scale (experience & education level determines pay)
- Background Checks and Security Clearances, terms defined
- 5 Tips to Prepare for a US Government Security Clearance while in school, by APSIA
Search
- UMD Tips: Internship Searching in the Federal Government
- Locate positions on USAJOBS.gov. Save time by creating a "saved search" that will email you updates. Use the Occupational Series number to locate positions.
- Internships, USAJOBS.gov
- Locate Hidden Jobs: Tips
- Maryland internship/job positions
- Review the agency's website for career path profiles and open positions
Research Agencies & Position Types
UMD students: log into your free Vault account. located in Careers4Terps, to review the resources below. Get the insider’s scoop on applying to federal and state positions and research other organizations.
- Programs/services for military veterans
- Resources for a state & local government
- Partnership for Public Services offers insights in top employers and areas to target
How-To Videos
- Finding and Applying for positions using USAJobs, USAJOBS.gov
- Federal internships- where do I find them?, USAJobs.gov
- Special Federal Hiring Authority for Individuals with Disabilities, USAJobs.gov | Selective Placement Program Coordinator (SPPC) Directory
- Resume Writing Tips, USAJobs.gov