Looking for an entry level job or internship in government? This is an overview of how to approach the search and a list of companies that might have relevant entry level and internship opportunities.
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A career in government doesn’t necessarily mean working for the federal government, although that is a possibility. You can also work for your state or local government, for a government contractor, or with an organization that aims to improve government in some way.
You can work in just about any area you can think of, using almost any of the skills you’ve already acquired. To name a few areas, using the federal government as an example:
Chances are you can find something that aligns to your interests. The application and interview process are long and challenging, and you’ll need a bachelor’s degree for many government positions. If you plan on working for the federal government you may also need to qualify for a security clearance.
| Zoning Inspector Loudoun County Government Leesburg, VA | View |
| Military Intelligence US Navy Germantown, MD | View |
| Customs and Border Protection Officer US Customs and Border Protection Middleburg, VA | View |
| Remote Work and Family Life Supervisor International SOS Government Medical Services Bethesda, MD | View |
| Java Web Developer Strongbridge LLC Sterling, VA | View |
| Background Field Investigator ACI Federal Fairfax, VA | View |
| Deployment Management Engineer - Full Performance Inovex Information Systems Fairfax, VA | View |
| Project Director World Duty Free Bethesda, MD | View |
| Customs and Border Protection Officer US Customs and Border Protection Haymarket, VA | View |
| Computer Systems Analyst N4 Solutions Bethesda, MD | View |
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