DOT Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) for Students with Disabilities

General:	The WRP Program offers a unique opportunity to hire highly-qualified postsecondary students and recent graduates with disabilities for either summer internship position or for full-time permanent positions with FAA.
Eligibility:	Students must be at least 16 years old. Students must be a U.S. Citizen. Students must have a Certification Letter from a State Vocational Rehabilitation Center or Veterans Administration. Students (undergraduate/graduate) must possess a GPA average of 3.0 or the equivalent.
Open To:	Students must be enrolled in an accredited institution of higher learning on a full-time basis.
Compensation:	The salary ranges are based on their educational background, prior work experience, and volunteer experience.
Periods:	Summer (June through August).
Selection Process:	Qualified Assessment performed by the local servicing HR office. Applicant referrals listed on the WRP CD Rom Resume Databank.
Appointment Type:	Temporary or Permanent “Paid” FAA Employee Application process begins March 2008
Program Contact:	Brenda Adams, (202) 267-7015 or visit the WRP website at http://www.wrp.gov