1. Employment Opportunities at AFRL
Mr. Bryan Stevens Air Force Research Laboratory

2. Overview Pathways Intern Program
Science, Mathematics, and Research Transformation (SMART) Scholarship-for- Service Program
Air Force Science & Engineering Palace Acquire (S&E PAQ) Program
AFRL S&E Direct Hire Authority

3. Pathways Intern Program
An internship program that provides students the opportunity to gain valuable work experience while pursuing their degree
Eligibility: A current U.S. citizen pursing a qualifying STEM degree from an accredited U.S. college/institution with at least a 3.0 GPA
Announcement/Application Period: March-April timeframe
How to Apply:
Visit -> Opportunities -> Search for Jobs
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4. SMART Program
Provides students pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in a STEM discipline the opportunity to receive a full scholarship and upon graduation be placed in a government civilian S&E position
Full tuition and education-related fees covered
Does not include items such as meal plans, housing, or parking
Cash award paid at a rate of $25,000 - $38,000 depending on prior educational experience (may be prorated depending on award length)
Paid summer internship
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5. SMART Program Eligibility A U.S. citizen at the time of application
18 years of age or older
Able to participate in summer internships at DoD laboratories
Willing to accept post-graduate employment with DoD
A student in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale at the time of award
Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in a STEM discipline
How to Apply
Visit
Scholarship Application deadline is December 1, pm Eastern Standard Time
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6. AF S&E PAQ Program
A two-year/three-year development and training program that may include a singing bonus and a repayment of student loans up to $20,000
Three-year Entry level Track (for individuals with a BS degree only)
First Year: One year of on the job training with a promotion at the end of the year
Second Year: One year of graduate studies with a promotion at the end of the year
Third Year: One year of on-the-job training with a promotion at the end of the year
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7. AF S&E PAQ Program Eligibility How to Apply
A U.S. citizen with at least a 3.05 GPA (on a 4.0 Scale) w/ a Graduate Record Examination (GRE) combined score of at least 1000
Completed a STEM degree
How to Apply
Attend an AF or AFRL Career Fair
Apply to an announcement posted on
Apply to the AFRL Direct Hire Authority ( )
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8. AFRL S&E Direct Hire Authority
AFRL’s primary method for hiring scientist and engineers into the laboratory. Is used to fill anti
Eligibility
Must be a U.S. citizen and possess at least a bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline
How to Apply
Complete the form at
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