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Why EM-MSIPP? 

The mission of the Minority Serving Institution Partnership Program (EM MSIPP) is to create and support a sustainable career pathway that prepares a diverse workforce of talented students to make immediate and significant contributions to the Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (EM). To achieve this mission, MSIPP develops strategic partnerships between Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) and DOE-EM, investing in student enrichment programs, curriculum development, research efforts, and internship opportunities. EM MSIPP develops programs that align with DOE-EM missions to enhance research opportunities at underrepresented colleges and Universities in efforts to diversity the STEM workforce. 

Job Description 

An EM MSIPP Grad Fellow will receive training in targeted technical areas outlined in various DOE-EM scope job responsibilities. The 13-month salaried fellowship will offer specialized training, leadership and professional development. Completion of this fellowship will provide hands-on and field experiences that may lead to potential career opportunities within the DOE workforce complex. 

Responsibilities 

  • Provides business support to management and technical staff in the areas of budget, contract/procurement, or other related areas.
  • Prepares cost estimates, track costs, purchase materials and/or supplies in accordance with contract and Federal requirements. 
  • Provides assistance on contract or procurement problems.
  • Issues and manage records in accordance with federal records management programs, methods, requirements, and media.
  • Prepares documents, meeting minutes, staff material, verifies accuracy and organizes meetings.

Job Specifics: 

  • Location: Carlsbad Field Office, Carlsbad, NM
  • Remote: NO
  • Pay: $60,000 (obtaining graduate degree); $72,000 (postgraduate)
  • Sign On Bonus: Yes
  • Job Length: 13-month assignment

Eligibility Requirements 

  • Majors: Data Analytics, Data Science, Accounting, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Must have graduated from or enrolled in a MSI.
  • Must be eligible for security clearance based on position requirements.
  • Enrolled in a graduate program or have graduated at the time of application AND have a current cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Earned or working towards a STEM degree (undergraduate or graduate)

Preferred Skills 

Experience with and/or interest in:

  • Knowledge in cost analysis, manages budget reporting, and tools like P6 and STARS required, and project cost variance analysis and financial reporting aligns with project controls. Government courses, contracting course work, stats, data analytics a plus.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) Adobe Acrobat, and other software specific to the position (i.e. Oracle, P6 Scheduling Software, Cobra, Primavera Scheduling, Crystal Ball, and Risk Analysis Software.) 
  • Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, local laws, regulations and requirements, including but not limited to current DOE Directives (https://energy.gov/em/doe directive). 
  • Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills at all assigned levels.
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
  • Exhibit a high degree of professionalism in the production of deliverables and in interactions with fellow employees and client personnel. 
  • Display a professional customer-service attitude at all times.
  • Adhere to fundamental principles of ethical service pursuant to federal, state and local regulations.