2025 applications open

Gemfile.lock

@@ -87,7 +87,7 @@ GEM
       rb-inotify (~> 0.9, >= 0.9.10)
     mercenary (0.3.6)
     mini_portile2 (2.8.8)
-    nokogiri (1.16.7)
+    nokogiri (1.16.2)
       mini_portile2 (~> 2.8.2)
       racc (~> 1.4)
     pathutil (0.16.2)

_config.yml

@@ -11,7 +11,8 @@ url: "https://digitalcorps.gsa.gov" # the base hostname & protocol for your site
 # global application features on/off
 # remove individual track page.apply_url to disable individual tracks
 # add "- pages/track-*" to exclude section below when set to false to prevent track page indexing
-apply_now: false  
+apply_now: true  
+open_soon: true
 
 # Social media handles (not URL)
 social:
@@ -165,7 +166,7 @@ exclude:
   - package-lock.json
   - README.md
   - vendor
-  - pages/track-*  # toggled off
+  #- pages/track-*  # toggled off
 
   # exclude until search is implemented
  # - pages/search

_data/events.yml

@@ -1,7 +1,7 @@
 #List of events for apply page
-- name: "General info session"
-  timestamp: 2025-01-06T02:00:00+01:00
+- name: "CyberCorps Scholarship for Service Career Fair"
+  timestamp: 2025-01-08T02:00:00+01:00
   month: Jan
-  day: 6
-  eventLink: https://events.zoomgov.com/ev/Aue3kla9V-yHIzOCyUmnwEaiEg1gQbn6NTH_HIqE148WqjpBvDMt~AnjDh_GVpKbwD4GqV8rYTohxWjB41qx9D3IlLKEmtplfpo1VyRjExIoU8V0_j3uPJEt_MPqKb4jE7Kfx8Wh_aRy5NQ
-  eventDescription: Please join us for a general info session on January 6 from 2 - 3pm ET to learn more about the program.
+  day: 8
+  eventLink: https://web.cvent.com/event/c452e42d-a579-4ed7-87d4-4b87c1bbdaad/summary
+  eventDescription: Come by our booth at the job fair to learn more about the program and how to kickstart your cybersecurity career in government.

_includes/alert.html

@@ -2,8 +2,8 @@
 <section
     class="usa-section bg-accent-warm text-ink text-bold text-center margin-bottom-1 padding-y-1 tablet:padding-bottom-05"
     aria-label="site-wide alert">
-    Applications to be a 2024 U.S. Digital Corps Fellow are open until November 27 — <br class="display-inline tablet:display-none" />
-    <a class="usa-link" href="{{site.baseurl}}/apply/"> apply now!</a>
+    Applications for the 2025 U.S. Digital Corps cohort are now open — <br class="display-inline tablet:display-none" />
+    <a class="usa-link" href="{{site.baseurl}}/apply/">Apply here!</a>
 </section>
 {% else %}
 <section

_includes/tracks/track-common.html

@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ <h1>{{page.title}}</h1>
         <h2 class="margin-top-0">Before applying:</h2>
 
         <div class="as-p">
-            We strongly encourage reviewing our <a class="usa-link" href="{{site.baseurl}}/process/">Application
+            We strongly encourage you to review our <a class="usa-link" href="{{site.baseurl}}/process/">Application
                 Process</a> page for complete eligibility criteria and application tips.
 
             To qualify at the GS-9 level, candidates must either have one cumulative year of specialized experience

_includes/tracks/track-data-science-description.html

@@ -7,5 +7,5 @@
 </p>
 
 <p>
-    <strong>Specialized experience:</strong> You qualify at the Grade 09 level if you possess one year of specialized experience that equips you with the skills needed to perform the job duties. This specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the Grade 07 level to meet the qualification requirements in the Federal Service. Examples include experience that demonstrates the ability to gather and process data for analysis using scripting methods; perform statistical analysis and modeling to pull meaningful insights; develop applied data science projects and approaches; understand and apply ethical considerations in data science work; communicate technical information—including information about the data science process—in ways that different types of audiences can understand; and utilize technical knowledge and methods to solve problems.
+    <strong>Specialized experience:</strong> You qualify at the Grade 09 level if you possess one year of specialized experience that equips you with the skills needed to perform the job duties. This specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the Grade 07 level to meet the qualification requirements in the Federal Service. Examples include experience that demonstrates the ability to gather and process data for analysis using scripting methods; perform statistical analysis and modeling to pull meaningful insights; develop applied data science projects and approaches; communicate technical information—including information about the data science process—in ways that different types of audiences can understand; and utilize technical knowledge and methods to solve problems.
 </p>

pages/apply.html

@@ -15,14 +15,9 @@
           <h1 class="usa-hero__heading">Apply</h1>
           {% if site.apply_now %}
           <p><strong>Applications are now open!</strong> Links to apply for each track are included below.</p>
-          <p>Applications for all five tracks will close at 11:59pm ET on November 17th. Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early as there is an application limit in each track that may cause applications to close before the deadline. Late applications will not be accepted.</p>
-          <p class="margin-bottom-0">Before applying, we encourage you to visit our <a class="usa-link" href="../process/">Application Process</a> page for eligibility criteria and application tips. Our <a class="usa-link" href="../faq/">FAQs</a> are also a great resource.</p>
-          <p>
-            <strong>Resume tips and application process sessions:</strong>
-            <ul>
-              <li> <a target="_blank" href="https://youtu.be/pg2cY0lBBHg?si=PRt2ZRetneFwPVUq">Watch a recording</a></li>
-            </ul>
-          </p>
+          <p>Applications for all five tracks will close at 11:59pm ET on Monday, January 13th or at 11:59pm ET on the day each track reaches the applicant limit. Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early as the applicant limit may cause applications to close before the deadline. Late applications will not be accepted</p>
+          <p class="margin-bottom-0">Before applying, we encourage you to visit our <a class="usa-link" href="../process/">application process</a> page for eligibility criteria and review this <a class="usa-link" href="https://digitalcorps.gsa.gov/blogs/resume-best-practices/" target="_blank">blog post</a> on resume tips and best practices. Our <a class="usa-link" href="../faq/">FAQs</a> are also a great resource.</p>
+
           {% else %}
           <p>
             <strong>Applications for the 2025 U.S. Digital Corps cohort will open January 7, 2025.</strong><br/>
@@ -59,8 +54,8 @@ <h2>Apply on USAJOBS</h2>
             Step One
           </div>
           <div class="sublabel">
-            You will need to <a class="usa-links usa-link--external" target="_blank" rel="noopener"
-              href="https://www.usajobs.gov/?c=create-profile">create an account</a> if you do not already have one.
+            You will need to <a class="usa-link usa-link--icon" target="_blank" rel="noopener"
+              href="https://www.usajobs.gov/?c=create-profile">create an account</a> if you do not already have one. Please use a personal email address. Do not use a university or school account.
           </div>
         </div>
       </li>
@@ -70,7 +65,7 @@ <h2>Apply on USAJOBS</h2>
             Step Two
           </div>
           <div class="sublabel">
-            Apply before 11:59pm ET on November 17.
+            Apply before 11:59pm ET on January 13. Note, applications may closer sooner than January 13 due to application capacity limitations, so we encourage you to apply early!
           </div>
         </div>
       </li>
@@ -97,35 +92,7 @@ <h3>Click the link below for your selected track</h3>
 
   {% include tracks/track-bubbles.html %}
 
-  <!-- Application Process Video -->
-  <!-- <div class="highlight">
-    <p class="text-center margin-top-4">
-      Review the eligibility and application process by checking out this video from our recent info session.
-    </p>
-  </div>
-  <iframe class="video" src="https://youtu.be/pg2cY0lBBHg?si=PRt2ZRetneFwPVUq" title="U.S. Digital Corps Application Process"
-    frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture"
-    allowfullscreen>
-  </iframe> -->
 
-  {% if site.apply_now %}
-  <!-- YouTube Link -->
-  <section class="usa-section apply-now">
-    <div class="grid-container highlight">
-      <div class="padding-y-5 grid-col-10 grid-offset-1 tablet:grid-col-12,grid-offset-0">
-        <h2 class="text-primary-light margin-bottom-0">Watch a recent info session!</h2>
-        <p class="lead text-white margin-y-0 padding-y-1">
-          Did you miss our first info session about our application process and tips for applying? <br/> We encourage you to watch a recording before you apply. 
-        </p>
-        <div class="text-center margin-top-2">
-          <a class="usa-button usa-button--baselighter" target="_blank" href="https://youtu.be/pg2cY0lBBHg?si=PRt2ZRetneFwPVUq">
-            <span>Application Process Info Session</span>
-          </a>
-        </div>
-      </div>
-    </div>
-  </section>
-  {% endif %}
 
   <!-- EEO -->
   <div class="highlight">

pages/process.html

@@ -22,7 +22,7 @@ <h1 class="usa-hero__heading">Application Process</h1>
                     {% if site.apply_now %}
                     <p><strong>
                         Applications for all <a class="usa-links" href="{{site.baseurl}}/opportunity/#tracks">five tracks</a> 
-                        are now open through Friday, November 17 2023 at 11:59pm ET.</strong> Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early as there is an application limit in each track that may cause applications to close before the deadline.</p>
+                        are now open through Monday, January 13, 2025 at 11:59pm ET.</strong> Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early as there is an application limit in each track that may cause applications to close before the deadline.</p>
                     <p>
                         Late applications <strong>will not</strong> be accepted.
                     </p>
@@ -132,7 +132,7 @@ <h3 class="usa-process-list__heading">Prepare to apply</h3>
                                 Subject matter experts will review up to three pages of your resume: the first page regarding your education—including relevant coursework, projects, and presentations—and the first two pages detailing your paid and unpaid work experiences, volunteering, student organizations, and other relevant experiences.
                             </p>
                             </li>
-                            <li><strong>Transcript or certificate of completion</strong> (official or unofficial). If you are currently enrolled, you can submit proof of enrollment.</li>
+                            <li><strong>Transcript or certificate of completion</strong> (official or unofficial) that includes your actual or projected date of graduation/completion.</li>
                             </ul>
                             </li>
                         </ul>

pages/track-cybersecurity.html

@@ -4,8 +4,8 @@
 permalink: /apply/cybersecurity/
 description: Cybersecurity Track in the U.S. Digital Corps
 social: apply
-apply_url: 
-usa_jobs_url: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/759041200
+apply_url: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/826880300
+usa_jobs_url: 
 job_title: IT Specialist (INFOSEC)
 track_file: tracks/track-cybersecurity-description.html
 track_style: cybersecurity

pages/track-data-science.html

@@ -4,8 +4,8 @@
 permalink: /apply/data-science/
 description: Data Science & Analytics Track in the U.S. Digital Corps
 social: apply
-apply_url: 
-usa_jobs_url: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/759042100
+apply_url: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/826882900
+usa_jobs_url: 
 job_title: Data Scientist
 track_file: tracks/track-data-science-description.html
 track_style: data-science

pages/track-design.html

@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@
 permalink: /apply/design/
 description: Design Track in the U.S. Digital Corps
 social: apply
-apply_url: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/759043600
+apply_url: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/826882200
 job_title: IT Specialist (ENTARCH)
 track_file: tracks/track-design-description.html
 track_style: design

pages/track-engineering.html

@@ -4,8 +4,8 @@
 permalink: /apply/engineering/
 description: Software Engineering Track in the U.S. Digital Corps
 social: apply
-apply_url: 
-usa_jobs_url: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/759044000
+apply_url: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/826880900
+usa_jobs_url: 
 job_title: IT Specialist (APPSW)
 track_file: tracks/track-engineering-description.html
 track_style: software-engineering

pages/track-product-management.html

@@ -4,8 +4,8 @@
 permalink: /apply/product-management/
 description: Product Management Track in the U.S. Digital Corps
 social: apply
-apply_url: 
-usa_jobs_url: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/759043000
+apply_url: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/826879700
+usa_jobs_url: 
 job_title: IT Specialist (Project Manager)
 track_file: tracks/track-product-management-description.html
 track_style: product-management