Federal Student Trainee – Clerical & Office Support

United States Attorneys' Offices; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Attorneys' Offices in Lincoln, Nebraska, seeks a clerical intern to support one or more professional staff members. You will handle general office duties, operate copy and filing systems, and assist with telephone tasks and messages.

The role requires basic office skills, student status, and compliance with federal employment checks and Pathways requirements. This position may involve various clerical tasks and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a student or be accepted for enrollment in an accredited program.
• Minimum GPA of 2.5.
• U.S. citizenship or national status required for internship.
• Background investigation is required to determine suitability for federal employment.
• All interns must sign the Pathways Participant Agreement.
• Education and experience requirements may be combined as outlined in the announcement.

Responsibilities

• Provide general office support to professional, program, or technical staff.
• Operate copy machines and ensure accurate production and stapling.
• Answer telephone calls and route messages to staff.
• Perform messenger trips to support office needs.
• Sort, file, and maintain materials using established filing systems.
• Stock and request office supplies as needed.
• Produce documents using word processing software and manage basic databases.

Skills

Office procedures

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

One year of education above high school

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Copy machines

Word processing software

Database management

Job description

United States Attorneys' Offices in Lincoln, Nebraska, seeks a clerical intern to support one or more professional staff members. You will handle general office duties, operate copy and filing systems, and assist with telephone tasks and messages.

The role requires basic office skills, student status, and compliance with federal employment checks and Pathways requirements. This position may involve various clerical tasks and training opportunities.