Manpower and Organization trainees are an integral part of a quality innovation team under the direction of a highly experienced technician engineer. There are three major categories of jobs with the Manpower community and most members will gain experience in all three during their career. Utilizes such methods and tools as strategic planning, benchmarking, process mapping, and surveys. Entry level is normally GS-7. Normally, during the first year, a trainee receives eight weeks of specialized training at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi.
Any major is acceptable.
Course work in management, ops research, and accounting are highly desirable. An intern successfully completing the training is placed in a permanent position which utilizes the skills of the intern and meets the needs of the Air Force.