We use an online application system where you can view current openings and apply based on whether you’re an experienced professional, student, or recent graduate.

Yes! We recommend that you apply for any position you’re interested in and for which you’re a good fit. We do ask that you review the job description and apply only for positions you are qualified for.

Your resume is reviewed in response to the position you applied for. However, your resume will remain active in our database, which is routinely searched by our recruiters.

Yes, our system allows updates to or deletions of resumes that have previously been submitted. You are also given an opportunity to upload a different resume each time you apply for a new position.

That depends on the position. Some positions require a current security clearance while others do not. Certain positions require that the applicant be eligible to obtain and maintain a clearance. Make sure you check the job description for that information.

You must be a U.S. citizen. Additionally, there are Department of Defense Adjudicative Guidelines that are used to determine whether you qualify for a clearance.

Our employment process can take from 3 weeks to 3 months. This varies by position and may occasionally be longer. Because of the large volume of applicants, only candidates who are interviewed will be notified if the position is filled.

Usually, each interviewer is allocated 30-60 minutes, although some interviewers prefer to interview together. In some cases, you may be asked in advance to prepare and deliver a brief presentation. We try to have candidates meet all interviewers on their first interview. However, sometimes we need to ask a candidate to return for additional interviews before making a final decision.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu.

Prior to your start date, we require a background investigation and a drug test. Please note that as a federal contractor, we follow federal law with respect to controlled substances, including marijuana. We will also verify your education, if applicable. If your position requires a security clearance, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. There may be additional pre-employment screening requirements based on the role. If you have any questions about these requirements, don’t hesitate to ask your recruiter.

APL is committed to the safety of our staff and visitors, and we encourage staff members to remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations. The Laboratory will continue to make decisions informed by the latest public health guidance, and will revisit our policies if a significantly more dangerous variant appears or there is another significant change in circumstance, including government directives.