The U.S. Space Force is responsible for safeguarding space security and enhancing accessibility for military operations. Its mission includes organizing, training, and equipping space forces to protect U.S. and allied interests in space, as well as conducting operations to deter aggression and defend against threats in the space domain. Additionally, the Space Force focuses on developing space capabilities and fostering innovation to maintain a competitive edge in space operations.

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Civilian Education Opportunities - U.S. Space Force

PREMIER COLLEGE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (PCIP)

The Premier College Internship Program (PCIP) is designed to attract degree-seeking college students currently enrolled full-time, in good academic standing, and interested in civilian employment opportunities. Sustained by recruiting and selecting high-caliber candidates to train them to become competent, effective, and productive employees, the PCIP provides training and developmental opportunities necessary to gain the knowledge, skills, and abilities predictive of successful performance. The paid 12-week internship at either a General Schedule GS-04 or GS-05 pay scale, occurs during the summer following their junior year (before heading into senior year). Upon graduation (and completion of all degree requirements), an intern may be converted into a developmental position without further competition. Opportunities are in career fields such as Financial Management, Engineering, Program Management, Logistics, Human Resources, Contracting, and more.

SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS AND RESEARCH FOR TRANSFORMATION

Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation (SMART) provide students within the fields of Science, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) the tools to improve their education and land a promising career with the Space Force. With full-time scholarships available, SMART students can focus on their needed research to advance in their career as a civilian employee.