Program Length: September through May (academic year, ~9 months)

Sponsor: US Dept of State

Location: Virtual, United States

Admissions Requirements: Applicants must be U.S. citizens who are high school graduates and currently enrolled, recently enrolled, or accepted into a degree-seeking program at an accredited college or university, with proof of enrollment or transcripts required.

Admissions Deadline: Varies by cycle; typically applications accepted during February or July depending on agency and year.

Highlight: The Virtual Student Federal Service (VSFS) is an internship program that connects thousands of talented college students from across the country and puts their skills to work for the federal government of the United States. No matter what your location, college level, or major is, the VSFS Internships have a place for you. The variety of opportunities in this virtual federal internship is practically endless. You could choose to help scientists with data visualization, assist researchers with political analysis, aid IT professionals in strengthening cybersecurity, or even work with architects and engineers as they craft improved infrastructure designs. No matter what choice you make in this virtual federal internship, you will reap the benefits of substantive work experience, a journey of career discovery, and the chance to advance U.S. interests worldwide. You can immerse yourself in the diverse cultural backgrounds and global perspectives of seasoned civil servants as you expand your own knowledge and skillset. The best part is, you can do this all from the comfort from your own home. To sweeten the deal of this virtual federal internship the hours are flexible, and some internships may even count as course credit. The VSFS has a wide array of internships, fellowships, and other opportunities across multiple government agencies. There’s definitely an internship waiting out there just for you—contact the State Department today!

Cost: None