Entry-level jobs

Customs and Border Protection

Full-time · Salt Lake City, Utah; Seattle, Washington; Phoenix, Arizona; Los Angeles, California; San Francisco, California; Denver, Colorado; Washington, District of Columbia; Miami, Florida; Atlanta, Georgia; Chicago, Illinois; Indianapolis, Indiana; New Orleans, Louisiana; Boston, Massachusetts; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Kansas City, Missouri; Albuquerque, New Mexico; New York, New York; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Portland, Oregon; Austin, Texas · $65,545 – $142,199

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seeks federal law enforcement officers to intercept vessels, detect contraband and unauthorized persons at sea, and support counterterrorism operations. This role suits candidates with Coast Guard maritime credentials and law enforcement experience who can work independently in high-stakes maritime interdiction scenarios.

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U.S. Capitol Police

Full-time · Washington, DC · $86,530

The United States Capitol Police seeks officers to enforce federal law, provide physical security for Congress and its members, and respond to crime and threats within the Capitol complex. This role suits candidates seeking challenging law enforcement work with opportunities to specialize in areas like dignitary protection, investigations, or emergency response after completing training and a probationary period.

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National Institute of Standards and Technology

Internship · Boulder, CO

NIST's summer program places high school juniors and seniors with research scientists in Boulder for hands-on work across materials science, physics, chemistry, computer science, and related fields. Participants work full-time for eleven weeks on a guided research project, present findings, and build professional contacts in federal science.

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Defense Logistics Agency

Whitehall, Ohio · $52,654 – $101,309

This is an entry-level federal government role in the DLA's PaCE trainee program where you will learn HR functions including recruitment, placement, employee relations, and benefits administration while receiving formal training and supervision. The position suits someone starting their HR career in the federal service with either relevant work experience or qualifying education in HR or business fields.

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Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs

Full-time · Miami, OK · $40,736 – $52,957

This is an administrative support role with the Bureau of Indian Affairs that involves managing data systems, processing requests, and coordinating grants and budgets for a district office. The position suits someone comfortable with office automation, database maintenance, and coordinating multiple administrative functions in a federal setting.

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Bureau of Land Management

Full-time · Bakersfield, CA · $58,827 – $93,549

A federal petroleum technician role with the Bureau of Land Management conducting field inspections of oil and gas operations to verify compliance with regulations and lease terms. This position suits someone with technical expertise in petroleum operations and a background in inspecting drilling, production, or environmental compliance in the energy sector.

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Air Force District of Washington

Part-time · Andrews AFB, Maryland · $19 – $25 / hour

This role provides supervision and care to children and youth at a military child development center, with duties ranging from preparing activities and meals to transporting children and coordinating programs. It suits people who are comfortable working with children across multiple age groups and want flexible scheduling in a government position.

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Air Mobility Command

Full-time · McGuire AFB, New Jersey · $19 – $26 / hour

This is an entry-level to advanced-level position caring for and supervising children and youth aged 6 weeks to 18 years at military child development centers, with responsibilities ranging from basic caregiving tasks to planning and leading age-appropriate activities. The role suits people seeking work in military childcare with flexibility to advance based on experience and training.

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Army National Guard Units

Edgewood, MD · $37 – $43 / hour

This National Guard position operates and maintains aviation fuel distribution systems, including bulk storage tanks, hydrant-refueling equipment, and tanker truck operations at a military facility. The role suits individuals with mechanical aptitude and experience handling hazardous materials who are comfortable with safety-critical operations and detailed recordkeeping.

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Indian Health Service

Pawnee, OK · $40,736 – $52,957

This role provides clerical and administrative support to a tribal health clinic's purchased care department, handling patient eligibility screening, insurance coordination, and medical record management. It suits someone with customer service experience and comfort with healthcare data systems who wants to support Native American healthcare access.

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National Cemetery Administration

Full-time · Bourne, Massachusetts · $57,150 – $74,297

A clerical and public-facing support role at a U.S. national cemetery, handling administrative tasks like records management, budget tracking, and serving visitors and families attending burial services. The position requires comfort with direct public interaction, attention to detail in record-keeping, and flexibility to work weekends and federal holidays when cemetery operations demand it.

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Architect of the Capitol

Part-time · Washington, DC · $25 – $31 / hour

This part-time role at the U.S. Botanic Garden involves propagating, cultivating, and maintaining diverse plant collections for display and educational purposes. It suits people with horticultural knowledge who can work independently, including weekends and emergencies, and are willing to obtain a DC pesticide applicator license.

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Farm Service Agency

Full-time · Seguin, TX · $41,334 – $66,563

This Farm Service Agency role supports loan processing and borrower services in a Texas field office, offering on-the-job training in clerical work, loan documentation, and program eligibility guidance. It suits recent graduates or those with comparable experience in administrative or financial services who want structured entry into federal agricultural lending.

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U.S. Army Medical Command

Kirtland AFB, New Mexico · $15 – $20 / hour

This role assists veterinarians at a military animal hospital with surgical prep, patient monitoring, medication administration, and client education on animal care and wellness. It suits someone with hands-on animal experience seeking an entry-level veterinary clinical position.

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Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys

Full-time · Chicago, IL · $85,796 – $197,100

The Northern District of Illinois seeks an attorney to handle asset recovery and financial litigation in federal criminal and civil matters, managing collections for victims and the government. This role is well-suited for lawyers interested in pursuing complex financial investigations, garnishments, and asset recovery while working across criminal and civil divisions.

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Air National Guard Units

Montgomery, AL · $48,877 – $63,539

This is a military police officer role with the Alabama Air National Guard's 187th Fighter Wing, responsible for security, law enforcement, and emergency response across an air base installation. The position suits individuals with law enforcement or military police experience who can handle patrol duties, emergency response, base entry control, and security operations in a military environment.

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United States Army Installation Management Command

Full-time · Hunter AFB, Georgia · $40,736 – $65,599

A federal firefighting role at Hunter Air Force Base combining traditional firefighting duties with hazardous materials response capabilities. This position suits candidates with fire service experience or relevant education who are prepared for the physical demands and specialized certifications required by the DoD.

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Air Force Global Strike Command

Part-time · Warren AFB, Wyoming · $19 – $22 / hour

This entry-level position involves supervising and caring for children and youth at a military youth center, including planning activities, managing safety, and potentially transporting participants. The role suits people seeking flexible, part-time work in childcare who have a valid driver's license and are comfortable working with children across a wide age range.

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Pacific Air Forces

Full-time · Elmendorf AFB, Alaska · $20 – $25 / hour

This role supports child and youth activities at an Air Force base facility, providing supervision, care, and program assistance to children ranging from infants to teenagers. It suits people seeking flexible or part-time work with a government employer who are comfortable with hands-on childcare and program delivery.

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