U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Student Internship 2026: Administrative Internship with the U.S. Federal Government
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is accepting applications for its Administrative Student Intern position through the federal Pathways Internship Program. Eligible students will gain practical government experience and on-the-job training in administrative and program support.
Overview
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) offers a Student Intern (Administrative) position within the Office of the Secretary under the Assistant Secretary for Administration. Operating through the federal Pathways Internship Program, this internship is classified under the GS-4 and GS-5 grade levels with an annual salary range of $31,103 to $45,239 depending on the duty location. The appointment lasts for up to 13 months, and successful participants may potentially be considered for non-competitive conversion to a permanent or term federal position after fulfilling all program requirements.
Benefits
- Practical exposure to federal government operations and organizational management.
- On-the-job training and developmental assignments in administration, scheduling, meeting coordination, and reporting.
- Opportunities to contribute to briefing materials, presentations, and reports supporting senior leadership.
- A potential pathway toward future permanent federal employment upon completing necessary hours and graduation requirements.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
- Candidates must be currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a qualifying educational institution on a part-time or full-time basis.
- Undergraduate students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, while professional master's students require a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Applicants must meet the education requirements corresponding to their target grade level (such as two academic years of post-high-school education for GS-4 or four academic years for GS-5).
- Paid and unpaid qualifying experience—including volunteer work—may be considered alongside academic records.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply online through USAJOBS. A complete application package requires:
- A federal resume (not to exceed two pages) detailing work history, duties, accomplishments, and hours worked per week.
- Proof of student status or enrollment documentation.
- Academic transcripts.
- Completed online occupational questionnaire responses and any required USA Hire assessments.
Deadline
The stated deadline is August 14, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. However, the announcement may close early once an applicant limit is reached, so prompt submission is strongly recommended.