Law Enforcement Research Support

Summary

Make an impact while you learn. The Semester of Service Program offers students a volunteer project-based opportunity to support real Federal missions, gaining hands-on experience and valuable career-ready skills. The government-wide "Semester of Service" Student Volunteer Program enables Federal agencies to engage students in unpaid, project-based assignments of limited duration aligning with each agency's strategic priorities.

Duties

Location: USFWS Hybrid - Falls Church, VA Work Schedule and Flexibilities: 10 hours per week; part-time. Hybrid (In office + telework eligible) Number of Positions: 2 Term: Spring 2027 (90 day term between mid-January and mid-June) This vacancy will be open until Thursday, October 29th, 2026 at 11:59pm ET or until 25 applications have been received. The vacancy will close on whichever day the first of these conditions are met. If the application limit is reached on the same day the announcement opened, the open and close date will be the same. Candidates are encouraged to read the entire announcement before submitting their application packages. Duties: Participation in analytical tradecraft training and investigative methodology sessions Conducting research and data analysis using a variety of sources, including open-source and law enforcement databases (as appropriate) Supporting investigative lead development and contributing to analytical products Observing and, where appropriate, participating in briefings and internal discussions Gaining insight into international coordination efforts with foreign partners, non-governmental organizations, and other stakeholders Develop foundational and applied analytical and investigative skills, including the use of multi-source data and intelligence tools Build an understanding of transnational organized crime networks, particularly those engaged in environmental trafficking Provide exposure to real-world investigative processes, including lead development, network analysis, and investigative planning Enhance the student's ability to produce clear, concise, and actionable intelligence outputs, including written products and verbal briefings The government-wide "Semester of Service" Student Volunteer Program, as authorized under 5 U.S.C §31114 and 5 CFR Part 3085, enables Federal agencies to engage students in unpaid, project-based assignments of limited duration. These assignments are designed to align with each agency's strategic priorities, offering participants practical experience within Federal operations while supporting the advancement of targeted initiatives.

Qualifications

You will be considered based on their knowledge, skills or abilities related to project needs.

Education

To qualify, you must be enrolled not less than half-time in an accredited college, university, or other accredited educational institution. You also must be in good academic standing as defined by your institution. Attach a copy of your transcripts to your application package for verification.