Student Trainee (Contract Specialist)

Summary This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of the Chief Procurement Officer. We are seeking candidates to participate in the Student Hire Internship Pathway (SHIP) for Acquisition Professionals. This program offers current students in relevant educational programs internships in DHS acquisition offices. Before applying, please learn more at www.DHS.gov/SHIP. Responsibilities As a Student Trainee (Contract Specialist), GS-1199-4, your typical work assignments may include the following under supervision: Serve on a team specializing in acquisition to negotiate, award, administer, and closeout actions Engineer or cost estimate aspects of programs Assist in requirements planning and the development and review of statements of work Prepare acquisition documents and obtain legal, financial, and staff review Assist higher-graded staff with the day-to-day administration of acquisition activity Participate in special activities as assigned Assure data ...