Air Force Civil Engineers (CEs) are responsible for the planning, operation, maintenance, construction management, environment, and engineering of the Air Force’s largest weapon system – its installations. Our Civil Engineering Career Field is comprised of more than 13,000 professionals encompassing a variety of occupations beyond traditional engineering, including architects, environmental professionals, biologists, planners, and more!
CE civilians are critical members of the U.S. Air Force, providing the diverse expertise and leadership needed to secure our nation’s defense.
Ready for a challenge? The PAQ Program offers a two-year developmental and rotational program for recent graduates that will expose you to every aspect of Air Force Civil Engineering.
We are seeking recent undergraduate and graduate students who have recently completed their degrees or are in their final semester to be trained in the CE disciplines.
During a PAQ Internship, you will work shoulder to shoulder with current AFCS Civilian Engineers on challenging and rewarding projects, where you will make real contributions and gain invaluable experience.
This is a development program with annual promotions where yearly salary increases are granted based on performance and supervisory approval. Upon successful completion of the program, the PALACE Acquire Program offers a permanent position at AFCS, making it a great way to start your professional life.
CAREER PATHS
Architecture | Biological Sciences (Environmental) | Civil Engineering | Community Planning | Electrical Engineering | Mechanical Engineering | Physical Science (Environmental)
PAQ QUALIFICATIONS
U.S. citizenship
Recent graduate (within two years of completing degree or within six years if a Veteran) or full-time undergraduate/graduate student graduating during current semester
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Biological Sciences, or related fields
GPA 2.95 or above
Ability to obtain Security Clearance funded by Department of Air Force (e.g., Background check)
PAQ PROGRAM DETAILS
A formal two-year training and career development track
Real-world projects and missions
Mentoring provided by Senior leadership
Annual performance-based promotions
Placement into a permanent Air Force Civilian Service position once PAQ Program is successfully completed
PAQ BENEFITS
Student Loan Repayment
Tuition Assistance toward a graduate degree while in the PAQ program
Recruitment Bonus for selected positions
Paid move to employment location (if required upon conversion to PAQ program)
