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Civilians in the Army Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Program provide worldwide services and activities to support soldiers (active and reserve), DA civilians, retirees and their families. The Army MWR Headquarters, the Family and MWR Command, has a rich history and philosophy. To meet the growing staffing needs of MWR Positions are non-military and carry no enlistment obligation.

The Management Trainee Program is targeted to annually hire up to 20 recent college graduates who have bachelor’s degrees in certain MWR specialties. You will have the opportunity to develop a managerial career in:

Management Trainees will undergo 12 months of on-the-job training (OJT) at an Army installation under the supervision of a trainer-mentor, followed by another 12-months of on-the-job work experience in specialty program area, for a total of 24 months. Take a glimpse at a typical day of a Management Trainee on the Day-in-the-Life of a Trainee Page. Imagine yourself in the center of explosive concerts, leading kayaking adventure trips, opening a theme restaurant, or renovating a multi-million dollar hotel!

After 12 months of OJT the MWR Referral Program provides assistance to place you at a location where a NF-03/04 managerial vacancy in your specialty exists. There, you will complete any unfinished requirements and transition into your new career!

Do we have what you want?

A challenging professional managerial career.
An opportunity to serve your country as an MWR activity manager.
Extensive hands-on training.
Relocation expenses in accordance with the Joint Travel Regulation, Vol. II.
A very competitive salary and benefits package (including medical, dental & life insurance and a comprehensive retirement and 401k plan).

Highly qualified candidates will have?

College graduate with at least a bachelor’s degree in the specialty program area.
A 2.9 GPA (overall) or a 3.5 GPA (in major) on the 4.0 scale (requires official college transcripts).
Desire to relocate to a training site within the continental United States or Europe.
Desire to relocate to a permanent placement location upon successful completion of the on-the-job training.

Management Trainee Positions will be announced at http://cpol.army.mil Please check this site regularly to view open announcements.

If you have questions regarding the application process or need more information, contact us at MWRTrainee@conus.army.mil.

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