Government internships and job opportunities for students through the Workforce Recruitment Program

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The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) connects federal and select private-sector employers nationwide with college students, graduate students and recent graduates with disabilities who are eager to demonstrate their abilities in the workplace through internships or permanent jobs.

Are you thinking about getting a government internship or a long-term job after you graduate? If so, Accessible Education and Disability Resources has a great opportunity for PCC students with disabilities!

About the Workforce Recruitment Program
The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) is run by the U.S. Department of Labor and the U.S. Department of Defense. It’s a program that helps connect students with disabilities to internships and jobs in the federal government and some private companies. This is for students who are motivated and want to show their skills in the workplace.

How to Apply
Go to WRP.gov and click “Students Register Now!” to get started!

Who Can Apply?
You can apply to WRP if you:

  • Have a disability and are eligible under the Schedule A hiring authority
  • Are a U.S. citizen or national (including residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
  • Are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program full-time OR have graduated with a degree on or after April 1, 2022.
  • Every year, new and returning WRP applicants must register and fill out an application to stay in the program. Please use a computer or tablet to sign up and apply.

Registration and Application Deadline
Registration closes on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. All application materials must be submitted by Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. PST. You’ll need time to get your registration approved, gather your resume and transcript, and complete your application, so don’t wait!

For more information or if you have questions about the WRP, please contact the PCC School Coordinator, Ginny Perelson, at ginny.perelson@pcc.edu.