The Navy's cost analysis intern program provides for entry-level positions in operations research and engineering. These are civil service positions in the federal government. Bachelor's degree with minimum 24 semester hours in math, statistics, logic, or courses requiring substantial competence in math or statistics. GPA of 3.0 overall or GPA of 3.5 in major or National Honor Society or 30 semester hours graduate work or in top 10 of graduating class. The government may pay tuition costs for approved courses.
Classes are available after hours from many local colleges and universities.
Compressed Work Schedule Employees have the option of working 9 days and getting the 10th day off. Sick Leave Federal employees earn 13 days per year of sick leave for illness and medical or dental consultations. This leave may be accumulated so that employees can continue to receive their regular salaries in the event of a serious illness. In addition, employees are able to make tax-exempt contributions to the Thrift Savings Plan, and a major portion is matched by the government. Life Insurance Federal employees are entitled to the benefits of the Federal Employee Group Life Insurance Program.