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Academic Affairs - Job Training Program

New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
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Program summary

This internship program helps military members with their PhD degree in a STEM discipline to develop and refine the skills required academic positions in Institutions of Higher Education. Individuals would engage in instructional activities, conduct research in STEM fields, and engage in service activities within the university, community, and profession. Professional development opportunities will also be available during this internship.

Roles & job description

The military member will join an academic department of the university in much the same way a visiting faculty member would join during a sabbatical, visiting professor, or postdoctoral appointment. The military member is expected to make progress toward establishing a foundation upon with to build their scholarly portfolio, engage in instructional activities and professional development, and perform service, relevant to their disciplinary area, to the university, community, and profession.

Target military occupations

Army 47D, 47H, 51S, USAF 61X, 62X, 15A

Eligibility notes

PhD in STEM Discipline

Additional notes

New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology is located in Socorro, New Mexico.

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Interview prep for this program▸
Ask them
  • ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
  • ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
  • ▸ "The listing says 151 - 180 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
  • ▸ "How do virtual interns stay visible to hiring managers — what worked for past cohorts?"
  • ▸ "You list 47D, 47H, 51S — what did interns from those specialties end up doing here?"
  • ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
Bring to the conversation
  • ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
  • ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
  • ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
  • ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway