Contract Specialists are at the heart of a complex procurement process relying on sound business acumen and analytical skills to identify and deliver everything from sophisticated aerospace systems like satellites, electronics, and high-performance aircraft to commercially available supplies and services necessary for the day-to-day operation of a military installation.
As mission-focused business leaders, Air Force Contract Specialists are at the forefront of leveraging quantitative skill sets to analyze proposals and negotiate, execute, and administer contracts to provide the Air Force its decisive edge in air, space, and cyberspace.
As an AFCS Contract Specialist with the Copper Cap (COP) Intern Program, you'll be an integral part of a dynamic team, responsible for all facets of contracting and providing strategic sourcing expertise and innovative business solutions.
QUALIFICATIONS & ELIGIBILITY
U.S. citizenship required
Possess a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution
Business degree/MBA (i.e., finance, accounting, supply chain) is highly desired
GPA 2.95 or above
Ability to obtain Security Clearance (funded by USAF)
A FULL-TIME OFFER INCLUDES FEDERAL BENEFITS AS WELL AS THESE INCENTIVES
Recruitment incentive of up to 35% of starting salary for high-cost areas
100% Tuition Assistance may be available toward a graduate degree while in the Copper COP Program
Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
Federal Employment Retirement System (FERS)
Paid Federal Holidays
Annual and Sick Leave Benefit
To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to E.O. 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine. More information on COVID-19 requirements may be found at:
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