Meteorologist

this is a formal air force intern position, established under the palace acquire (paq) program; as such, it is centrally managed and funded by the air force personnel center, civilian career management directorate and administered by the weather career program, hq afpc/dpz, 550 c street, randolph afb texas 78150.
position locations may vary from listed locations.

in a developmental capacity serve as a professional meteorologist in the organization for meteorological issues affecting the organization’s ability to accomplish its mission.

• performs recurring developmental work assignments.
• in a developmental capacity, participates in special initiatives, studies and projects.
• participates in meetings, assists with presentations and prepares routine correspondence.
• prepares written correspondence and other documentation.

• u.s. Citizenship required
• males must be registered for selective service, see www.sss.gov
• a security clearance may be required
• pcs expenses, if authorized, will be paid iaw jtr and air force regulations
• this posn is subject to provisions of the dod priority placement program
• employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• employee must maintain current certifications
• disclosure of political appointments
• student loan repayment and recruitment incentive may be authorized
• leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• two (2) year formal training program for a master's degree and a three (3) year formal training program for a bachelor's degree.
• position locations may vary from listed locations. Total salary varies depending on location of position.
• successful completion of all training and regulatory requirements as identified in the applicable training plan.

any individual who completed all requirements for a bachelor, masters or doctorate degree from a qualifying educational institution within the previous two years or will complete these requirements by 31 may 2026 meets the basic requirement to apply for the recent graduate program;

-or-

any veteran released or discharged from active duty within the previous two years, but due to a military service obligation, was precluded from applying for a recent graduate position during any portion of the two-year eligibility period following completion of applicable degree, and not more than six years have transpired since completing the requirements for the degree.

qualified candidates will be considered in accordance with the office of personnel management pathways guidelines. You can also visit: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/index-standards.asp for additional qualification standards.

note:

this position has an education requirement. You must provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the u.s. Department of education. Http://www
2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html.

basic requirements: