2027 Cooperative Education Program (CO-OP) – Mission Management– National Capitol Region
Defense Intelligence Agency
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2027 Cooperative Education Program (CO-OP) – Office of Inspector General – National Capitol Region
Defense Intelligence Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Salary
$46,610 - $85,447
per year
Type
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary
This is a cooperative education program position in the Defense Intelligence Agency's Office of Inspector General, located in Washington, D.C., where students gain hands-on experience in defense intelligence operations through teamwork and ethical practices.
The role involves supporting mission-critical tasks in a national security environment.
It's ideal for motivated college students or recent graduates pursuing degrees in relevant fields who are eager to contribute to government service while building professional skills.
Key Requirements
- Current enrollment in an accredited college or university program (undergraduate or graduate level)
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance
- Strong adherence to ethical and legal principles
- Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills across organizational boundaries
- Relevant academic background in intelligence, security, or related fields
- Ability to address mandatory assessment factors related to knowledge, experience, and job performance
- Interest in defense intelligence and national security missions
Full Job Description
We are committed to: Teamwork: Partnering at all levels and across organizational boundaries for mission accomplishment.
Integrity: Adherence to the highest legal and ethical principles in our responsibilities. Excellence: Unrivaled defense intelligence expertise.
Service: Putting the welfare of the Nation and commitment to our mission before oneself. Applicants will be assessed against Qualification Requirements (i.e.
education, language(s), certification(s), experience etc.).
Applicants will also be assessed on their responses to the Mandatory Assessment Factors, which are directly related to the position being filled and are essential for successful job performance.
The responses should reference the knowledge and experience areas listed below. Candidates who do not fully address all the Mandatory Assessment Factors will not be given further consideration.
A reference to the resume itself will be considered insufficient. Major Duties:
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