The U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force Operations team manages thousands of vital projects around the world. From start to finish, we are Guardians and Airmen who ensure space launches are executed to meet national security objectives, satellite operations are safely executed to meet national and combatant commander needs, and critical networks are protected from cyberattacks.
During your PCIP internship, you’ll work shoulder to shoulder with current Operations Specialists on challenging and rewarding projects, where you will make real contributions and gain invaluable real-world experience. You may qualify for a full-time position in our PALACE Acquire (PAQ) program once you complete your degree.
OPERATIONS CAREER PATHS INCLUDE:
Cyber Operations | Space Operations
QUALIFICATIONS & ELIGIBILITY
U.S. citizenship required
Full-time undergraduate student (sophomore or junior) or graduate student enrolled in an accredited college or university
Pursuing a BS/MS in Computer Engineering/Science, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Astronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Space Studies, or other STEM disciplines
GPA 2.95 or above
Ability to obtain Security Clearance (funded by USAF)
POTENTIAL TO TRANSITION TO FULL-TIME PALACE ACQUIRE (PAQ) INTERN PROGRAM AFTER GRADUATING
A formal 2-3 year training and career development track
Real-world projects and missions
Mentoring provided by Senior Operations Managers
Opportunities to lead projects
Annual performance-based promotions while in the PAQ program
Placement into a permanent AFCS position as a professional-level Cyber Operations or Space Operations Program Analyst once the PAQ program is successfully completed
A FULL-TIME OFFER INCLUDES FEDERAL BENEFITS AS WELL AS THESE INCENTIVES:
Recruitment Bonus for selected positions
Student Loan Repayment
Paid move to employment location (if required upon conversion to PAQ program)
100% Tuition Assistance toward a graduate degree while in the PAQ Program
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