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Open: October 16, 2026 — Closes: October 29, 2026
Summary
Make an impact while you learn. The Semester of Service Program offers students a volunteer project-based opportunity to support real Federal missions, gaining hands-on experience and valuable career-ready skills. The government-wide "Semester of Service" Student Volunteer Program enables Federal agencies to engage students in unpaid, project-based assignments of limited duration aligning with each agency's strategic priorities.
Major Duties
Location: Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park, 600 E. Harrison St., Room 1006 Brownsville, TX 78520 Work Schedule and Flexibilities: Student hours: 8 Total duration: 90-days between January 11, 2027 - May 31, 2027 Hybrid (In office + telework eligible) Number of Positions: 1 Term: Spring 2027 (90 day term between mid-January and mid-June) This vacancy will be open until Thursday, October 29th, 2026 at 11:59pm. Candidates are encouraged to read the entire announcement before submitting their application packages. Duties include: Conduct genealogical research Enter genealogical data into the online National Park Service U.S.-Mexican War Soldiers & Sailors Database Work closely with National Park Service employees The government-wide "Semester of Service" Student Volunteer Program, as authorized under 5 U.S.C §31114 and 5 CFR Part 3085, enables Federal agencies to engage students in unpaid, project-based assignments of limited duration. These assignments are designed to align with each agency's strategic priorities, offering participants practical experience within Federal operations while supporting the advancement of targeted initiatives.
