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ACQUISITION

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Defend our nation’s future
Support warfighter readiness

Acquisition Program Managers (PM) utilize processes established by the U.S. Air Force and Space Force to develop, test, produce, sustain, and deploy every asset it depends upon to maintain its edge and remain mission-ready. Acquisition PMs oversee the entire lifecycle of every asset from inception to retirement and safe disposal.

As an Acquisition PM intern, you'll work shoulder to shoulder with other PMs, the men and women of our armed forces as well as other civilian professionals representing multiple disciplines on challenging and rewarding projects and programs to ensure each stakeholder is aligned in meeting the cost, schedule, and performance goals of each initiative. Programs span across a multitude of capabilities, including weapons, aircraft, space, nuclear, cyberspace, emerging technologies, and more. Within these programs, you'll help plan, monitor performance, and determine the resources required to achieve each milestone, gaining invaluable real-world experience and making real contributions to Air Force and Space Force missions worldwide.

Career Paths

Numerous opportunities as Acquisition PMs, which include but are not limited to:

Integrated Product Team Leads   |   Foreign Military Sales   |   Program Integration   |   Special Cross-Service Details   |
Special Program Details

PCIP Qualifications

  • U.S. citizenship
  • Full-time undergraduate student (sophomore or junior with at least 60 credits) or graduate student enrolled in an accredited college or university
  • Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business or related fields
  • GPA 2.95 or above
  • Ability to obtain Security Clearance funded by the Department of the Air Force (e.g., Background check)

PCIP Program Details

  • A 10 to 12 week paid summer internship
  • Real-world projects and missions
  • Trained for future leadership roles within Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS)
  • Working hand in hand with AFCS and military professionals