Student Trainee (Biological Science)

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. PATHWAYS ELIGIBILITY All applicants must be currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a student on at least a half-time schedule at a qualifying educational institution in a certificate, degree, or diploma program. GS-01 Education: Enrollment in a high school diploma or general education diploma (GED) program. GS-02 Education: Completion of high school or GED diploma. Physical Demands The work requires regular and recurring physical exertion such as standing for prolonged periods; walking over rough and uneven surfaces; considerable bending, stooping, reaching, or similar activities; or lifting moderately heavy (less than 50 lbs.) items. Work Environment The work requires moderate risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, machines, with contagious diseases or irritant chemicals. Incumbent occasionally will be required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, gowns, goggles, gloves. Incumbent is also exposed to moderate discomforts, such as noise and adverse weather. Applicants will be assessed/evaluated through application of the agency developed qualification standard for internship positions, which is based solely on level of education.