Job Description
Summary The United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) is seeking student leaders interested in strategic communications and majoring in public relations, marketing, business, or advertising. This appointment is not-to-exceed September 19, 2026, and may be extended without further competition to a new temporary appointment at management’s discretion and provided the employee remains eligible for employment in the Pathways Intern Program. Internships are expected to begin in June 2026. Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Students Current students enrolled in an accredited high school, college or graduate institution. Clarification from the agency Applications will be accepted from any U.S. Citizen. This position is part of the Pathways Program and is open to current students who are enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a qualifying educational institution and enrolled at least half-time. Additional information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/students-recent-graduates/#url=Program-Fact-Sheets Duties USMMA is hiring interns who will be responsible for: Brainstorming ideas for the Academy’s external communications content calendar. Capturing video and photographic content for the Academy’s social media platforms. Editing photos and videos using Adobe products, Canva, etc. Drafting external communication for the Academy website. Tracking mentions of the Academy in local and national news. The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller and proactive communicator who possesses a strong foundation in modern digital marketing and public relations. We are seeking a student leader who not only has experience in content creation using tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Canva, but also is a strong writer. Successfulcandidates will demonstrate an ability to translate the Academy's unique mission into compelling social media and web content that will help recruit midshipmen and educate the American public on the vital role of USMMA. They should be detail-oriented, creative and a self-starter. Candidates must also be committed to representing the Merchant Marine Academy with professionalism and integrity. 1DOT Internship Program is designed to provide interns an opportunity to broaden their perspectives on issues facing government. Interns will work within the United States Merchant Marine (Academy) and support higher- level management in coordinating, facilitating, and implementing activities within the office to which they are assigned; and be exposed to and participate in activities, innovations, and challenges facing the Transportation Industry. The individual series are listed below for your reference and information to include the applicable qualification standard: 1099 - Information and Arts, Public Affairs, Writer/Editor, Social Media, Communications, and Visual Information. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#GS-TECH=&url=List-by-Occupational-Series Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. Citizen and meet the requirements of the program. You must be at least 16 years of age Required documents must be submitted by the closing date. Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date Applicable documents are required for the Mandatory Education requirements. SELECTIVE SERVICE : Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. DECLARATION FOR FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT : Selectee is required to complete a Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) to determine suitability for federal employment. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION : You will be required to complete a background/security investigation and meet preliminary requirements prior to onboarding. TRIAL PERIOD: The intern is in a trial period throughout the entire Pathways Internship appointment. WORK SCHEDULE: Intern should be able to work at least 40 hours per week during summer. PHYSICAL LOCATION