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Current Interns

Welcome to the Federal government!

We are excited to help you begin your public-service journey. Our mission is to serve the American people, and as a Federal intern, you are an essential part of that mission. Your dedication and hard work will help to ensure that our government is able to provide critical services, protect the rights and freedoms of citizens, and promote the health and wellbeing of our nation.

Whether you work in policy, administration, technology, or any other area of government, your contributions are important and valued. Public service is a noble calling, and we are glad to have you join us in this vital work.

To help you thrive in your new role, we have filled this page with resources and tools we think you will find useful as a new government employee. Access meaningful training programs, learn more about our mentoring and coaching, register for fun events, and explore other developmental opportunities available to you as a Federal intern.

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OPM Internship Experience Program 2024 Summer Calendar

There are currently no upcoming events. Please check back for new listings.

Past Events

  • Peer to Peer Networking – Virtual

    |3-4 PM ET

    Peer to Peer Networking is a great opportunity for interns to engage with each other, build relationships, and invest in each other’s goal. Each session will be facilitated by an OPM lead that will share a different discussion topic each week to help structure the conversation for the breakout groups. 

  • National Intern Day – Level Up to Public Service at OPM!

    |10 AM - 3 PM ET

    On July 25th, OPM will host an in-person Level Up to Public Service Event on National Intern Day! Interns from across the government will have the opportunity to engage with Federal agencies in person, sign up for resume review and mock interview sessions with professionals, and learn how to level up your resume and your USAJOBs profile and so much more! 

  • Climate Change Panel at the U.S. Department of the Interior

    |2-3 PM ET

    On July 30th, DOI and OPM will host a hybrid climate change panel on July 30th! This event will highlight the unique role that each agency plays in tackling this issue and highlighting the important contribution early career talent has in advocating for a better climate and future. This is going to be a great conversation and we hope you can join us in-person and online.

  • Govlab Virtual Training – GenAI Tools in Government

    |3:30-5 PM ET

    In this 90-minute virtual training on the transformative potential of generative artificial intelligence (AI) for the public sector, participants will learn how AI can be used in their everyday work and how it can improve government effectiveness and efficiency. Participants will hear about AI use cases in government and will learn about the associated risks and ethical implications of these new technologies. 

  • Webinar on Conversion Process for Pathways Interns

    |2-3 PM ET

    Webinar information coming soon!  

  • Virtual Level Up to Public Service

    |10 AM - 3 PM ET

    OPM will host a virtual Level Up to Public Service Event for federal interns from across the government. Interns will have the opportunity to engage with Federal agencies virtually, sign up for resume review and mock interview sessions with professionals, and learn how to level up your resume and your USAJOBs profiles. Registration will be limited.

  • Final Peer to Peer Networking – Virtual

    |4-5 PM ET

    Peer to Peer Networking is a great opportunity for interns to engage with each other, build relationships, and invest in each other’s goal. Each session will be facilitated by an OPM lead that will share a different discussion topic each week to help structure the conversation for the breakout groups. 

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