Student Trainee

Full Job Description

This vacancy is being announced under the Pathway's Internship Program. Only the first 50 applications received will be reviewed.

Once the 50 application threshold has been reached, the announcement will be closed that midnight (Any applications received before midnight will be accepted and reviewed for consideration).

This internship may be extended each academic semester for up to one year, based on the performance of the incumbent and subject to the agency's budgetary allocations.

After successful completion of the program requirements, individuals, at the agency's discretion, MAY BE converted to a term or career appointment, without further competition.

However, there is no guarantee.

This internship may be extended each academic semester for up to one year, based on the performance of the incumbent and subject to the agency's budgetary allocations.

The appointment may also end early due to lack of work or funds. Eligibility Requirements: To apply for a Pathways Internship position, candidates must be: A U.S.

Citizen Currently enrolled, on at least a half-time basis, in an accredited college/university (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.

In good academic standing, maintaining a G.P.A of 2.5 or higher If you are not a student enrolled in the current semester, you must submit proof of enrollment in the upcoming semester (i.e., letter from the registrar's office or acceptance letter from an accredited educational institution).

If you are a student who is enrolled in the current semester and your transcript does not show current enrollment or if you have completed the semester and your transcript does not show enrollment for the upcoming semester, you must submit proof of continued enrollment (i.e., letter from the registrar's office or course enrollment print out, etc.).

Your transcript or registrar's letter must document the educational requirements for this position. If you are graduating at the end of the semester, you are not eligible for the position.

Work Schedule Requirements: You must be able to work at least 24 hours per week during the academic year and full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer.

This position is eligible for remote and/or hybrid work schedule during the school year.

This position is required to work a hybrid work schedule during the summer, reporting to the office 2 days a week.

If selected, you: must sign a Pathways Internship Program Participant Agreement; must maintain status as a current student; must maintain good academic standing, at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 grading scale.

must furnish course registration information at the start of each school term (if extended); and must provide verification of academic status (transcript) at the end of each academic term (if extended).

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the education requirements for each grade which you are requesting consideration for: GS-04: Completion of 60 semester hours or more of post high school study leading towards a qualifying degree (i.e.

associate's, bachelor's, master's, etc.) GS-05: Completion of 120 semester hours or more of post high school study leading towards a qualifying degree (i.e.

associate's, bachelor's, master's, etc.) ****NOTE: One year of full-time undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours***** Students in an accredited post-secondary school must provide a copy of their transcripts which shows the list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade point average or class ranking.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable to be considered, but official transcripts are required prior to appointment.

****NOTE: You must submit proof of your education at the time of application in order to receive consideration.***** Foreign Education: If you are qualifying by education and/or you have education completed in a foreign college/university described above, it is your responsibility to provide transcripts and proof of U.S.

accreditation for foreign study.

Please visit the following links for more information: http://www.naces.org http://www.fceatlanta.com Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S.

Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.

Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience.

Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. All requirements must be met by 04/06/2026, the closing date of the announcement. Major Duties:

Come be a part of an agency where you have the opportunity to contribute to the assisting of financing the export of U.S. goods and services to international markets.

EXIM is seeking students in various administrative and junior professional positions under the Pathway's Internship Program.

The program is designed to integrate the student's educational studies with a wide range of clerical, administrative, and professional experiences that support the mission of EXIM.

Whether you have a passion for acquiring or enhancing your administrative skills or working in a more technical area such as loan specialist or business development, EXIM has an internship for you.

Duties include, but are not limited to: Office of the Chairman and Office of External Engagement Provides administrative, coordination, and outreach support to the Office of the Chairman and external affairs offices by assisting with stakeholder engagement activities, leadership events and travel, public outreach initiatives, preparation of briefing and correspondence materials, and general project and administrative support including scheduling, action tracking, and research.

Office of the Chief Information Officer Provides project management support by coordinating meetings, documenting minutes and business requirements, maintaining process flow documentation, and supporting multiple projects through organized planning and communication.

Office of Communications Supports EXIM's communications efforts by drafting and scheduling internal and external messaging, assisting with communications projects and events, creating and analyzing social media content and metrics, coordinating media and leadership messaging, and maintaining updates to EXIM's public website and intranet.

Office of Asset Management Division Supports loan and portfolio management by assisting with financial analysis, credit and covenant monitoring, identifying early risk indicators, contributing to country and industry risk assessments, and gaining exposure to diverse sector portfolios including energy, mining, manufacturing, financial institutions, and critical minerals.

Office of Small Business Export Credit Insurance Supports operational and analytical functions by collaborating on AI initiatives, conducting data and market analysis for Board-level transactions, assisting with CRTI screening, contributing to technical underwriting guidance, and supporting export credit insurance underwriting through evaluation of U.S.

exporters and foreign buyers.

Office of Administrative Service Division Supports acquisition and contract management by synthesizing information to inform spending decisions, applying business and contract management principles to achieve best value, interpreting regulations and contract requirements to mitigate risk, and assisting with pre- and post-award activities through documentation, data entry, and contract modifications.

Enterprise Risk Management Unit Manages enterprise risk activities by identifying, assessing, and scoring economic, financial, operational, technological, and strategic risks; developing risk metrics and methodologies; monitoring key risk indicators; supporting governance processes; and preparing and reporting risk documentation, dashboards, and the agency's enterprise-wide risk management plan.

Office of the Business Center Provides end-to-end support for the Go.gov travel system, including system review and testing, user training, first-line troubleshooting and support, coordination with EXIM staff and CIO, issue escalation as needed, and transition of records from Concur.

Office of Policy, Analysis and International Relations Conducts open-source and interagency research to build and validate a Chinese export credit database, analyzes major Chinese initiatives and their implications for EXIM Bank and U.S.

exporters, and presents research findings to OPAIR staff and senior leadership.

Office of the Chief Information Officer Develops foundational cybersecurity operations skills by monitoring and analyzing security alerts, logs, and incidents using enterprise security tools, and supporting incident response, documentation, and escalation processes.

Gains exposure to SOC collaboration, threat intelligence, security awareness training, and enterprise policies to understand how organizations detect, respond to, and mitigate cybersecurity risks.

Office of Transportation Supports loan and portfolio management by assisting with originating, underwriting and structuring medium-term and long-term sovereign and asset-backed direct loan and loan guarantee financing of transportation related equipment.

Such equipment includes large civil aircraft, business aircraft, helicopters, installed and spare engines, as well as locomotives, rail cars and other rail-related equipment.