SOME good news

This federal internship I applied for at NARA has begun its process. I now have to wait to take their online questionnaire but have been found basically qualified for the initial process. This internship is something I strived my whole life it seems to get into (the position I am applying for has a promotion potential of GS-12:)

Program Features

Features of this program include:
--A customized development plan that will serve as the road map for your professional
development during the program and beyond.
--Formal classroom training of at least 80 hours per year to enhance your leadership skills,
technical proficiency, and advancement potential.
--A rotational assignment (minimum 30 days) to a different part of the organization, another
office within the National Archives, or another Federal agency.
--A mentor who will provide personal assistance and guidance and create networking
opportunities for you.
--Ongoing on-the-job training, coaching, career development, and performance feedback.

Salary and Benefits

Career intern positions are offered at the GS-5, 7, and 9 levels. This equates to a starting salary of approximately $30,000 - $60,000, depending on the grade and location of the position. Many positions offer promotion potential to the GS-9 level or higher. Check out our list of current openings to learn more.

As a career intern, you are eligible for the full range of Federal health, life and retirement benefits.

(Some of the benefits I have and would still have through the program:)

Salaries, Incentives, & Awards

• Periodic Performance-Based Pay Adjustments (within grade/step increases)
  Cost of Living Allowances — scheduled annual pay increases
  
• Special Salary Rates for IT Professionals — higher rates of pay for IT staff
  
• Recruitment and Relocation Bonuses — up to 25% of basic pay for hard-to-fill positions
  Retention Allowances — up to 25% of basic pay to retain departing employees
  
• Student Loan Repayment Program
  
• Employee Recognition through our Incentive Awards Program
  The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) provides additional details about Salaries and Wages
  

Leave & Holidays

• Ten Paid Holidays per year
  
• Thirteen Days of Sick Leave per year - accrued at a rate of 4 hours per pay period
  
• Up to 26 Vacation Days per year based on your years of employment:
  
• 13 days per year for less than 3 years of Federal service - accrued at a rate of 4 hours per pay period
  
• 20 days per year after 3 years of Federal service but less than 15 years - accrued at a rate of 6 hours per pay period
  
• 26 days per year after 15 years of Federal service - accrued at a rate of 8 hours per pay period