Fast Facts

The Military SkillBridge Opportunities program provides active-duty personnel with internships in various career fields as they transition to civilian roles, specifically in the Tampa, FL area.

Responsibilities: Interns will work on-site, receiving training and performing responsibilities in entry to mid-level roles, equivalent to a 40-hour work week.

Skills: Candidates should demonstrate skills relevant to project management, IT, cybersecurity, HR, operations, sales, or administrative roles, with specific trainings and networking opportunities provided during the internship.

Qualifications: Eligible candidates must have served at least 180 days on active duty, have an honorable discharge, and be within 12 months of separation or retirement from military service.

Location: Tampa, Florida, United States

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $40,000 - $70,000.

NOTE: This is specific to Active Duty personnel interested in SkillBridge and located or relocating to the Tampa, FL area.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Our Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Paragon, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

Goals – Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity at the conclusion of the training.

Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly-trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on Paragon leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

Outcome – Position transitioning service member for a successful military transition into the civilian workforce.

DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:

• Has served at least 180 days on active duty
• Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
• Will receive an honorable discharge
• Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
• Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
• Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.
• Other skills and experience may be required or preferred, depending on the area or role.

Fellowship Opportunities (but not limited to):

• Project Management
• Information Technology
• Cyber Security
• Human Resource
• Operations
• Recruiting
• Sales / Business Development
• Executive / Administrative Assistant
• Test Administration

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 months of eligible and approved SkillBridge Internship available

Clearance Requirements:

• Active US Government Secret Security Clearance (or higher)