“If you want to help your country lead in the age of rapid technological advancement, we need you,” he continued. “Tech Force offers the chance to build and lead projects of national importance, while creating powerful career opportunities in both public service and the private sector.”
What sets the Tech Force apart from most federal positions is its accessibility. According to the program’s website, candidates need not hold traditional degrees or meet minimum experience thresholds, though they must demonstrate strong technical skills through work experience, projects, or certifications. According to the Tech Force website’s FAQ section, the only “essential” skills are “strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for public service.”
Applications opened Monday through federal hiring channels, with OPM conducting initial resume screenings and technical assessments before agencies make final hiring decisions. Kupor said his goal is to have the first cohort onboarded by the end of March 2026.
The program represents what OPM described as “unprecedented cross-government coordination” involving the Office of Management and Budget, General Services Administration, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, and multiple agency leaders. In a statement, U.S. Federal CIO Gregory Barbaccia called Tech Force “America’s elite corps for the AI revolution, mobilizing the nation’s best minds to lead on digital frontlines, defend our global edge and secure our future in technological leadership.”
