Employment Types

From USAJOBS Help

The federal government offers various types of federal employment to suit the different needs of a diverse and dynamic workforce. Knowing what types of employment are available through the federal government is important to build a successful long-term career. The following various employment types are offered:

• Career vs. Career Conditional
• Temporary & Term
• Part-time
• Volunteers
• Students and Recent Grads
• Presidential Management Fellows

Searching for the type of employment that is right for you is easy on USAJOBS. Use the Advanced Search Function to elect if you are looking for a: permanent, temporary, term, or part-time position. Select “Student” if you are looking for positions for current or former students or a Presidential Management Fellowship. Volunteer positions may be found by contacting the human resource office of the agency where you wish to work.