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Summary
Exciting internship opportunity with an agency whose mission is to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world! Work on capstone project to learn and contribute to daily operations of the FAA!
Internship targeted start date is June 2, 2025 and targeted end date August 15, 2025.
Management may offer to extend an intern past the targeted August 15th date.
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Overview
- Accepting applications
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Open & closing dates
10/18/2024 to 11/29/2024
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Salary
$41,740 - $62,610 per year
FV-C ($41,740 salary) is for undergraduate students. FV-D ($62,610 salary) is for graduate students.
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Pay scale & grade
FV C - D
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Locations
Many vacancies in the following locations:
Additional locations are listed below.
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Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Internships
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Excepted
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Promotion potential
NA
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Financial disclosure
Yes - The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. See https://www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements.
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Announcement number
AEA-AHR-24-MSI-91862
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Control number
814745100
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This job is open to
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The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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Students
Current students enrolled in accredited educational institutions from high school to graduate level. Includes internships, pathways and other student programs.
Clarification from the agency
Students accepted for enrollment or enrolled and seeking a degree in a qualifying educational institution on a full or half time basis as defined by the institution.
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Duties
Internship positions are not remote. Telework may be authorized at manager discretion in alignment with their office policy and work requirements. Additional locations may be considered based on manager availability.
These exciting opportunities are located across a variety of offices within the Federal Aviation Administration Gateways program with an emphasis in partnership with Minority Serving Institution (MSI) Internship Program. Opportunities are in multiple fields and there are options for many different degree programs and majors.
We are searching for highly motivated student interns to serve as student trainees where they will have the opportunity to advise on, administer, learn, and/or perform work in one or more of the below career concentrations.
- Accounting/Finance
- Aviation
- Human Resource Management
- Computer Science/Cybersecurity
- Communication
- Data Science
- Engineering
- Law
- Policy
- Mathematics/Statistics
- Natural Sciences
- Other related fields of study
Additionally, all selected interns will have engagement opportunities at Regional FAA facilities to meet executive leadership, tour FAA facilities, and have exciting aerospace experiences.
Other features of the Gateways Internship Program
APPOINTMENT - If selected, your appointmentmay not exceed a total of 120 days after graduation.
AGREEMENT - All participants must sign a written Gateways Internship Agreement with the FAA that clearly identifies expectations of the appointment such as duties, length of appointment, work schedule, training, mentorship etc.
CONVERSION - Although it is not guaranteed, an intern may be converted from the Internship program to a permanent excepted service position without further competition after successful completion of the educational program (awarding of degree), completion of a minimum of 640 hours of career-related work, required training, mentorship, and other requirements in accordance with the intern's participant agreement.
TERMINATION- The FAA may terminate an intern's appointment at any time.
TRANSCRIPTS - Official Transcripts must be provided prior to target appointment (June 2, 2025), in order to validate program eligibility.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- US Citizenship is required.
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation will be required.
- Must live in the United States or US territory.
Qualifications
ALL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION
At time of application, you must be able to show proof of enrollment for Fall 2024 or Spring 2025 courses and meet the academic criteria specified below.
Positions are open to students pursuing a qualifying degree or certificate in an accredited college (including 4-year colleges/universities, community colleges, and junior colleges); professional, technical, vocational, and trade school; advanced degree programs; or other qualifying educational institution on at least a half-time basis (as defined by the institution in which the student is enrolled). Short-term training programs (e.g., several two-week programs completed) are not considered an academic course of study.
Students must be in good standing at an accredited college or university, or state approved high school program.
Undergraduate students, or students working towards their bachelor's degree, are eligible for the FV-0399-C band positions only.
Graduate students, or student who have their bachelor's and are working towards any post-graduate degree, would be eligible for the FV-0399-D band positions only.
Education
You must currently be enrolled at least half time in a qualifying educational institution for Fall 2024 or Spring 2025. This includes public high school, private high school, or homeschool program approved or allowed to operate in that state. This also includes undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate degree program at an accredited institution.
Fall being defined as August, September, October, November, or December 2024.
Spring being defined as January, February, March, April, or May 2025.
Preview Job Questionnaire
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
Additional information
We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.
Work schedule will be determined at the discretion of management and will not be available until after appointment and onboarding.
This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits
Selectees will be required to complete a "Declaration for Federal Employment", (OF-306), prior to being appointed to determine their suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. False statements or responses on your resume or questionnaire can jeopardize your employment opportunity and subject you to disciplinary action, including removal from Federal service.
This is not a bargaining unit position.
Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
OFFICIAL or UNOFFICIAL Transcript, LETTER from registrar's office, TUITION bill, College acceptance letter, or other PROOF of enrollment showing enrollment on at least a half time basis for Fall 2024 or Spring 2025 and the student is not on academic probation.
Failing to submit proper proof of enrollment will render applicants ineligible and no longer considered for this vacancy.
If you want consideration for one or more of the Special Hiring Authorities, documentation that must be submitted at time of application can be found at Direct Hiring Authorities | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov).
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION.
We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes.
Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:
- Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)
- Duties (be specific in describing your duties)
- Employer's name and address
- Supervisor name and phone number
- Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Salary (optional)
Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible.
You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies. Please see this guide, Document Upload Guide, for more information on uploading and re-using the documents in your applications.
Amendment Date: 10/28/2024
Amendment Note: update annual rate
Agency contact information
Eastern Region Employment Services Branch
- Address
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Federal Aviation Administration
AEA Regional HR Services Branch
1 Aviation Plaza, Room 207
AHF-N610
Jamaica, NY 11434
US
Next steps
Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.
Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.
All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Additional Locations
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Los Angeles County, CA
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Ontario, CA
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Santa Rosa, CA
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Longmont, CO
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Washington, DC
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New Castle, DE
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Cape Canaveral AFS, FL
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Miami, FL
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Orlando, FL
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Atlanta, GA
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College Park, GA
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Honolulu, HI
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Kahului, HI
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Chicago, IL
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Indianapolis, IN
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Boston, MA
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Waterford, MI
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Minneapolis, MN
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Kansas City, MO
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Bellevue, NE
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Atlantic City, NJ
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Albuquerque, NM
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Las Vegas, NV
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Queens, NY
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White Plains, NY
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Oklahoma City, OK
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San Juan, PR
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Addison, TX
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Austin, TX
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Dallas, TX
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Fort Worth, TX
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Houston, TX
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San Antonio, TX
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Leesburg, VA
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Virginia Beach, VA
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Warrenton, VA
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Seattle, WA
Help
If you want consideration for one or more of the Special Hiring Authorities, documentation that must be submitted at time of application can be found at Direct Hiring Authorities | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov).
Required Documents
OFFICIAL or UNOFFICIAL Transcript, LETTER from registrar's office, TUITION bill, College acceptance letter, or other PROOF of enrollment showing enrollment on at least a half time basis for Fall 2024 or Spring 2025 and the student is not on academic probation.
Failing to submit proper proof of enrollment will render applicants ineligible and no longer considered for this vacancy.
If you want consideration for one or more of the Special Hiring Authorities, documentation that must be submitted at time of application can be found at Direct Hiring Authorities | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov).
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Help
Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible.
You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies. Please see this guide, Document Upload Guide, for more information on uploading and re-using the documents in your applications.
Amendment Date: 10/28/2024
Amendment Note: update annual rate
Learn more about this agency
How to Apply
You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION.
We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes.
Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:
- Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)
- Duties (be specific in describing your duties)
- Employer's name and address
- Supervisor name and phone number
- Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Salary (optional)
Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible.
You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies. Please see this guide, Document Upload Guide, for more information on uploading and re-using the documents in your applications.
Amendment Date: 10/28/2024
Amendment Note: update annual rate
Agency contact information
Eastern Region Employment Services Branch
- Address
-
Federal Aviation Administration
AEA Regional HR Services Branch
1 Aviation Plaza, Room 207
AHF-N610
Jamaica, NY 11434
US
Next steps
Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.
Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.
All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Additional Locations
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Los Angeles County, CA
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Ontario, CA
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Santa Rosa, CA
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Longmont, CO
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Washington, DC
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New Castle, DE
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Cape Canaveral AFS, FL
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Miami, FL
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Orlando, FL
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Atlanta, GA
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College Park, GA
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Honolulu, HI
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Kahului, HI
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Chicago, IL
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Indianapolis, IN
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Boston, MA
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Waterford, MI
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Minneapolis, MN
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Kansas City, MO
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Bellevue, NE
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Atlantic City, NJ
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Albuquerque, NM
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Las Vegas, NV
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Queens, NY
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White Plains, NY
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Oklahoma City, OK
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San Juan, PR
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Addison, TX
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Austin, TX
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Dallas, TX
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Fort Worth, TX
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Houston, TX
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San Antonio, TX
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Leesburg, VA
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Virginia Beach, VA
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Warrenton, VA
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Seattle, WA
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Agency contact information
Eastern Region Employment Services Branch
- Address
-
Federal Aviation Administration
AEA Regional HR Services Branch
1 Aviation Plaza, Room 207
AHF-N610
Jamaica, NY 11434
US