- Position Title
- GAO Financial Auditor Graduate Intern
- Agency
- Government Accountability Office
- Announcement Number
- FMA-23-DE-11809159 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, January 24, 2023 to Tuesday, February 28, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
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Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
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Are you currently a student who has been accepted for enrollment or is enrolled at least half-time in an accredited educational institution pursuing a qualifying degree?
To verify your eligibility, you must provide proof of current student status. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service that includes character of service.
PLEASE NOTE: you must remain enrolled in the degree or certificate program to be eligible for this Internship.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide proof of current student status. If you are a veteran, please submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of service that includes character of service.
PLEASE NOTE: you must remain enrolled in the degree or certificate program to be eligible for this Internship.
Preferences
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Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location.
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Would you accept a temporary appointment?
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How did you first find out about this position? Your response will help us focus future recruitment efforts to reach talented individuals. Select the most appropriate response from below.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the GAO Financial Auditor Graduate Intern GS-7 position with the Government Accountability Office (GAO).
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
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At the GS-7 grade level, this position requires applicants to be enrolled in a Graduate or equivalent degree seeking program leading to a degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, or public administration, AND meet one of the following criteria:
Do you meet the basic qualification requirement of this position?
Superior Academic Achievement: Superior academic achievement (SAA) recognizes individuals who have achieved superior academic standing. S.A.A. is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average, or (3) honor society membership. Class standing -- Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses. Grade-point average (G.P.A.)-- Applicants must have a grade-point average of: a.3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on their official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or .3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.
- Completed between 18 to 35 semester hours or 27 to 53 quarter hours of graduate level education; OR
- Possession of a Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement (defined below).
Do you meet the basic qualification requirement of this position?
Superior Academic Achievement: Superior academic achievement (SAA) recognizes individuals who have achieved superior academic standing. S.A.A. is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average, or (3) honor society membership. Class standing -- Applicants must be in the upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or major subdivision, such as the College of Liberal Arts or the School of Business Administration, based on completed courses. Grade-point average (G.P.A.)-- Applicants must have a grade-point average of: a.3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B" or better) as recorded on their official transcript, or as computed based on 4 years of education, or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum; or .3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 ("B+" or better) based on the average of the required courses completed in the major field or the required courses in the major field completed during the final 2 years of the curriculum.
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In the space below, enter the full name of the educational institution at which you are currently enrolled.
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(limit 100 characters)
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In the space below, enter the full name for the type of degree you are pursuing during this internship. (e.g., Associates of Business Administration degree, Bachelor of Science degree, Doctor of Philosophy). Do not use acronyms.
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In the space below, enter the topic of study/major/concentration for degree you are pursuing.
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In the space below, enter the month and year that you expect to earn the degree you are pursuing during this internship.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
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By the start of the internship, I will have completed at least 24 semester hours or 36 quarter hours in accounting or auditing which may include 6 credits hours in business law.
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Will you be able to complete 400 hours as a GAO intern before you graduate from your program?
The following questions require you to write brief essays regarding your education and/or experience. Please be sure to address the three knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA): analytical, research and writing in the narrative boxes provided. You may rely upon experience gained from school, volunteer work, military service, paid employment and/or professional/community/social organizations when answering the questions. You MUST provide detailed and descriptive narrative responses that explain how you have gained the experience that demonstrates that you meet each KSA. Any application that says "Please see resume" or the equivalent or "N/A" will not be accepted. One word responses such as "advance," "basic," or "well," will not meet the requirement for the narrative responses. The information you provide in your essays must be supported by your resume. Failure to provide a narrative may result in a disqualification rating.
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In 1000 characters (including spaces) or less, describe in the space provided the experience you have gained that demonstrates your knowledge of and experience with analytical concepts, principles, and practices (methods) that provides the ability to analyze and evaluate qualitative and quantitative data to make logical inferences and/or draw logical conclusions.
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In 1000 characters (including spaces) or less, describe in the space provided the experience you have gained that demonstrates your ability to prepare written documents that effectively communicate information, some of which are complex, that are complete, organized, and grammatically correct.
(limit 1,000 characters)
(limit 1,000 characters)
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In 1000 characters (including spaces) or less, describe in the space provided the experience you have gained that demonstrates your ability to learn new and complex material quickly in order to understand the issues and obtain relevant and sufficient information about the research problem/issue.
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
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I understand that if I do not submit all REQUIRED documents by the closing date, my application package will not be considered.
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I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated.