Pathways Programs
The Pathways Programs include three paid Civil Service programs located in the United States. Specific positions will be posted here when the application window opens. Internship and Recent Graduate vacancy announcements are posted year-round on an as-needed basis with positions located across the United States. For specific inquiries on all Pathways Programs, please contact pathways@state.gov.
Pathways Internship Programs
| The U.S. Department of State’s Pathways Internship Program includes both the Internship Experience Program (IEP) and the Internship Temporary Program (ITEP). Both programs are targeted toward U.S. citizens enrolled in a wide variety of educational institutions from high school to graduate school and professional academic levels, as well as vocational and trade schools. Both programs provide students with opportunities to explore Federal careers while being paid for the work performed. IEP positions are considered to be permanent in nature, allowing students to work year-round until the completion of their degree program. |
Recent Graduates Program
| The Recent Graduates Program targets recent graduates of trade and vocational schools, community colleges, universities, and other qualifying educational institutions or programs, including Registered Apprenticeship Program. To be eligible, applicants must apply within two years of degree or certificate completion. Veterans who, due to military service, were unable to apply for positions, will have up to two years from their release or discharge from active duty, not to exceed six years after degree and/or certificate completion. Successful applicants will be placed in a one-year career development program. |
Presidential Management Fellows Program (PMF)
| For more than three decades, the Presidential Management Fellows Program (PMF) has been the Federal government’s premier leadership development program for advanced degree candidates. The Program focuses on developing a cadre of potential government leaders. Under the regulations proposed by OPM, the eligibility window for applicants is expanded, making the program more “student friendly” by aligning it with academic calendars. |