Student Cooperative - (Paid)

Are you a college or graduate student interested in working for a fun, fast-paced team where you can make an impact? 

The U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General (USPS OIG) has an opportunity for you! The USPS OIG is seeking students enrolled in college/university programs to fill our Student Cooperative - (Paid) position in the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) located in Arlington, VA or Raleigh, NC. Bring your skills and voice to our team! 

An OCIO Student Co-op role is a fantastic opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in IT leadership, strategy, and operations. The OCIO Student Co-op will work closely with IT teams to support technology initiatives, cybersecurity strategies, and digital transformation efforts. This role provides exposure to enterprise IT Innovation, Process Automation & Efficiency, Data Analysis & Visualization, Application Development, Cloud & Digital Transformation and Stakeholder Communications.  

Key Responsibilities: 

• Conduct research on emerging technologies and industry trends.  

• Develop and customize SharePoint solutions to optimize document management, workflows, and collaboration tools.  

• Support cloud-based initiatives by assisting with tasks related to the Microsoft Azure platform.  

• Design and implement Power Apps applications to streamline business processes and enhance user experience.  

• Create and manage automated workflows using Robotic Process Automation (RPA) tools to improve efficiency and reduce manual tasks.  

• Build Power BI reports and dashboards to transform raw data into actionable insights for decision-making.  

• Help optimize IT operations and improve efficiency. 

 • Assist with cybersecurity alerts, analysis, and infrastructure security risk reduction.  

• Collaborate with teams to enhance enterprise applications and workflow automation.  

• Participate in meetings with vendors and stakeholders. 

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI.  

• Experience with SharePoint development, including site customization, workflow automation, and integration.  

• Familiarity with Robotic Process Automation (RPA) tools such as Power Automate Desktop. 

• Strong understanding of SQL, DAX, and data modeling for Power BI reporting.  

• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 services, including Teams, OneDrive, and Azure.  

• Familiarity with IT governance, cybersecurity, and cloud computing is a plus.

EVALUATION FACTORS 

Include your major accomplishments relevant to the evaluation factors, desirable qualifications, and key responsibilities in your resume. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.  

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.  

• Demonstrated written and oral communications skills  

• Experience using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint  

• Knowledge of SharePoint, Microsoft Power Platform, and/or Robotic Process Automation Tools.  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

You must meet ALL the minimum requirements. 

• Students must be currently enrolled full or half-time in an accredited college or university. (MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPT STATING CURRENT ENROLLMENT STATUS, GPA AND IN GOOD STANDING - an unofficial transcript from the university is acceptable. May be required to produce an official transcript prior to receipt of a formal offer.) 

• Must be in academic good standing as defined by the accredited college or university, earning at least a 2.75 GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale. 

• Must be currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Business, or a related field. 

• Must be able to report to work year-round in the USPS OIG office. (Minimum one-year commitment) 

We're looking for a year-round, paid student cooperative. We want a team player who enjoys learning and able to work in our Arlington, VA headquarters office or Raleigh, NC office. We are looking for a high-energy student who is comfortable alternating between working independently and as part of a team. 

Please visit our website at www.uspsoig.gov to apply for the position and learn more about it.