Purpose

The NIH Management Intern (MI) Program was established in 1957 to develop cadres of administrative professionals. Since its inception, the Management Intern Program has offered key resources, targeted training, and hands-on experience to motivated NIH employees interested in pursuing a career in administration and management. Graduates have become some of NIH's most respected administrative managers, including Executive Officers, Administrative Officers, Grants Management Officers, Budget Officers, Human Resource Managers, and Contracting Officers.

Program Features and Structure

This highly competitive program offers a few outstanding NIH employees the two-year opportunity to rotate through different administrative career fields, gain invaluable insight into the NIH, and develop a vital network of administrative professionals across NIH. Program features include access to a senior-level mentor, an individual training budget, an opportunity to participate in challenging projects and committees, and face-to-face interactions with NIH leaders. It is no wonder that this program has such a rich history in developing future administrative professionals and leaders.

If you are eligible and have what it takes for this challenging program, apply to the vacancy announcement and unlock a new career path! Learn more by attending any of the information sessions hosted by the MI Program.

Schedule of MI Information Sessions

You can learn more about the MI Program by attending an Info Session of Coffee with an MI.
Info Session #1: February 11, 2025, 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM via Zoom.
Info Session #2: February 13, 2025, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM, via Zoom.
Coffee with an MI: February 19, 2025, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, via Zoom.

Please email mi_info@od.nih.gov to attend.

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