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Mathematics & Statistics Student Trainee (Computer Science & Data Science)

Fort Meade, Maryland, USA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$46K/yr - $74K/yr

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) is offering a paid internship for undergraduate and graduate students interested in national security. The role involves performing standardized assignments in computer science and data science, assisting higher-level personnel, and engaging in projects related to artificial intelligence and machine learning.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform routine, standardized assignments in the fields of computer science, including Data Science, Data Architecture and/or Data Engineering

Assist higher-level personnel who are performing projects in order to develop competence and experience, assignments will progress in difficulty as experience is gained

May be required to gather information associated with the development of artificial intelligence (Ai) including the application of computers to solve problems and to understand the principles of human intelligence

Investigates potential for integration of natural language processing (NLP) algorithms to enhance machine learning (ML) enabled data processing capabilities

Applies concepts, principles, practices, and techniques associated with computer science, data science, data architecture, and/or data engineering to elementary assignments involving recurring work

Qualification

Data ScienceComputer ScienceData EngineeringNatural Language ProcessingMachine LearningResearchAnalysisCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeamworkProblem SolvingAttention to Detail

Required

Must be a US citizen

Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service

Resume and supporting documents received by 11:59PM EST will be considered

This is a Drug Testing designated position

Position is a (DCIPS) position in the Excepted Service under U.S.C. 1601

Work Schedule: Full Time

Overtime: Occasionally

Tour of Duty: Flexible

PCS (Permanent Change of Station): Not Authorized

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt

Financial Disclosure: Not Required

Telework Eligibility: This position is telework eligible but is not a full-time telework position

If selected, the incumbent must obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as indicated in job announcement

Incumbent must be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program with a full-time course load at the time of application

Selected students must maintain full-time enrollment through October 2027

Incumbent must have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale

The DSE Summer '26 Cohort runs from June through August with a start date of 1 or 15 June

Students selected for the internship program must send an official transcript with spring 2026 semester/quarter grades and proof of full-time student status to Student Programs prior to their onboarding date

This is not a developmental career ladder opportunity - this position will be filled at the GG-05 or GG-07 depending on applicant qualifications and organizational requirements

Completion of 1 full academic year of post-high school study by May 2026 (spring quarter/semester) for GG-05 level

Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at time of application for GG-05 level

Maintain a full-time student status (as defined by your university or college) through October 2027 for GG-05 level

Completion of 4 academic years of post-high school education leading to a bachelor's or equivalent degree (expected graduation date of May 2026 or earlier) for GG-07 level

Enrolled as full-time student in a graduate program for Fall 2026 for GG-07 level

Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at time of application for GG-07 level

Maintain a full-time student status (as defined by your university or college) through October 2027 for GG-07 level

All applicants must submit college or university unofficial transcripts as proof of enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program

Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution