OBJECTIVES: To aid and promote experiential training activities which foster future employment in the Department of Commerce (DOC) or the Federal Government in general. U.S. citizens enrolled as students in 2-year and 4-year accredited educational institutions will participate in on- site work experiences in DOC bureaus and offices in order to integrate academic theory and workplace requirements; gain relevant skills and knowledge, explore Federal career options, develop professional networks, and develop a greater awareness of the role of Federal agencies. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Pre-application Coordination: This program is excluded from coverage under EO. 12372. Application Procedure: A standard application package is required. This includes SF424, SF-424A, SF-424B, CD-S 11, CD-346, SF- LLL (if applicable), Project Plans, and Budgets. Award Procedure: A notice of availability of funding will be published in the Federal Register. Each responsive application will receive an independent, objective review by a panel qualified to evaluate the applications submitted. The final decision on awards will be based upon the numerical review panel ranking, availability of funding, and Selecting Official s determination of which proposals best meet the objectives of the program. Deadlines: Deadline for receipt of applications will be as published in the Federal Register.
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