SKILLBRIDGE.MIL DATALAST SYNC 2026-07-23
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HQ - Office of Partnership and Engagement (OPE) - Partnership and Engagement Specialist - Unpaid Internship

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Program summary

There are 4 opportunities available.Assist in research, evaluations, prioritization, and recommends solutions to problems issues encountered in intergovernmental affairs. Provides support to a variety of Partnership and Engagement activities, relating to administrative, research and analytical duties and a variety to liaison activities and special assignments related to the mission and functions of the office. Assists in developing and maintaining ongoing effective contact with SLTT officials and their staffs. Responds to administrative and programmatic problems brought to the attention of the supervisor and relieves the supervisor of interruptions and demands on his/her time by independently handling matters or coordinating with the appropriate individual(s). Drafts correspondence and DHS legislative documents and related material along with printed media foroutside distribution. Works with Partnership and Engagement staff on strategizing, designing and implementing advocacy efforts in support of projects and initiatives. Assists in coordinating actions, which may require review and analysis of legislation, and regulatory actions that may affect SLTT offices and transmit information to SLTT officials and their staffs as appropriate. Participates in special projects and initiatives and performs special assignments. Drafts briefings and reports; responses to queries; and drafts background papers.

Roles & job description

There are 4 opportunities available.Assist in research, evaluations, prioritization, and recommends solutions to problems issues encountered in intergovernmental affairs. Provides support to a variety of Partnership and Engagement activities, relating to administrative, research and analytical duties and a variety to liaison activities and special assignments related to the mission and functions of the office. Assists in developing and maintaining ongoing effective contact with SLTT officials and their staffs. Responds to administrative and programmatic problems brought to the attention of the supervisor and relieves the supervisor of interruptions and demands on his/her time by independently handling matters or coordinating with the appropriate individual(s). Drafts correspondence and DHS legislative documents and related material along with printed media foroutside distribution. Works with Partnership and Engagement staff on strategizing, designing and implementing advocacy efforts in support of projects and initiatives. Assists in coordinating actions, which may require review and analysis of legislation, and regulatory actions that may affect SLTT offices and transmit information to SLTT officials and their staffs as appropriate. Participates in special projects and initiatives and performs special assignments. Drafts briefings and reports; responses to queries; and drafts background papers.

Eligibility notes

Basic pre-employment investigative background check may be required.

Additional notes

Successful completion of this DHS unpaid internship will make the candidate competitive for possible full-time DHS employment. There are 4 positions available.

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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 91 - 120 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
  • ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
  • ▸ 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
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