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Posted: March 23, 2026 (4 days ago)

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Student Trainee (Supply)

Defense Logistics Agency

Department of Defense

Fresh

Location

Salary

$35,741 - $52,158

per year

Closes

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GS-3/4 Pay Grade(Career Ladder)

Entry salary: $26,979 | Full performance (GS-4): up to $39,372

Career ladder: Start at GS-3 and advance to GS-4 with experience.

Typical requirements: 6 months general experience. Some college or vocational training.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job is an entry-level trainee position for college students in the Defense Logistics Agency, where you'll get hands-on training in supply-related tasks while studying.

It involves working on projects that match your school program and the agency's needs, with opportunities to grow into a full role after graduation.

It's a great fit for motivated undergrads in business or related fields who want real-world experience in government logistics.

Key Requirements

  • U.S. citizen or authorized permanent resident eligible to work in the U.S.
  • Enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university with good academic standing.
  • Making satisfactory progress toward a baccalaureate or graduate degree, with at least one year of the program completed.
  • For GS-3: Completion of one academic year (30 semester hours or equivalent) of post-high school education.
  • For GS-4: Completion of two academic years (60 semester hours or equivalent) or an associate's degree.
  • Preference for students in business, human resources, management, supply chain management, or related fields.

Full Job Description

VACANCY INFORMATION AND AVAILABLE CAREER FIELDS: DLA Troop Support at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - Student Trainee (Supply) - GS-3/4 target GS-05, Multiple Full-time/Part-Time Permanent positions.

To qualify you must meet the eligibility and education requirements. Your qualifications are evaluated based upon your total amount of COMPLETED education.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Students must be a citizen of the United States or lawfully admitted to the United States as a permanent resident or otherwise authorized to be employed.

Current students enrolled in, and in good academic standing at, a full time program at an accredited institution of higher education; and Making satisfactory progress toward receipt of a baccalaureate or graduate degree; and Completion of at least one year of the program.

Students who have completed or are currently enrolled in the following degree programs: business, human resources, management, supply chain management, or other fields related to the position are preferred.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: GS-3 Level Qualifications: Successful completion of one academic year of post-high school education.

(One academic year of undergraduate education is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in an accredited college or university.) GS-4 Level Qualifications: Successful completion of two academic years of post-high school study or associate's degree.

(Two academic years of undergraduate education is defined as 60 semester hours, 90 quarter hours, or the equivalent in an accredited college or university.) Major Duties:

  • As a Student Trainee, you will actively participate in on-the-job training and progressively challenging assignments that relate to your academic program, career goals, and the needs of the agency.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/23/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/24/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: DLATrpSpt-26-12914628-INTRN