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 Management and Infrastructure– National Capito
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 within the Defense Intelligence Agency's Office of Management and Infrastructure, aimed at students who want hands-on experience in supporting national defense operations in Washington, D.C.
The role involves assisting with management and infrastructure tasks to help the agency run smoothly and achieve its mission.
It's a great fit for motivated college students pursuing degrees in fields like business, engineering, or public administration, who value teamwork, integrity, and public service.
Key Requirements
- Current enrollment in a qualifying educational institution (e.g., college or university) as part of a cooperative education program
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge and experience in areas like management, infrastructure support, or related administrative functions
- Strong adherence to principles of teamwork, integrity, excellence, and service
- Proficiency in addressing mandatory assessment factors through detailed responses, not just resume references
- U.S. citizenship and eligibility for security clearance (due to DIA's defense intelligence role)
- Relevant education or coursework in business, engineering, public administration, or similar fields
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:
DIA employs a variety of professionals who serve throughout the workforce to ensure successful operations.
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