Military SkillBridge

NOTE: This is specific to Active Duty personnel interested in Skill Bridge and located or relocating to the Tampa, FL area.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

During this program, the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on-the-job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40 hours per week. Our Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. Skill Bridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Paragon, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

Goals: Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity at the conclusion of the training.

Objectives: Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly-trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on Paragon leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

Outcome: Position transitioning service member for a successful military transition into the civilian workforce.

DoD Skill Bridge Eligibility:

• Has served at least 180 days on active duty
• Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
• Will receive an honorable discharge
• Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
• Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
• Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD Skill Bridge Program prior to start of internship.
• Other skills and experience may be required or preferred, depending on the area or role.

Fellowship Opportunities (but not limited to):

• Project Management
• Information Technology
• Cyber Security
• Human Resource
• Operations
• Recruiting
• Sales / Business Development
• Executive / Administrative Assistant
• Test Administration

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 months of eligible and approved Skill Bridge Internship available

Clearance Requirements:

• Active US Government Secret Security Clearance (or higher)