- Position Title
- Economist Student Trainee
- Agency
- Bureau of Economic Analysis
- Announcement Number
- 23-BEA-53-00-11911860-DE-MB Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, April 4, 2023 to Monday, April 17, 2023
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
Preferences
1.
Have you held a political appointment within the previous five-year period?
Assessment 1
Minimum Eligibility Requirement:
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
You must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited technical or vocational school, two-year or four-year college or university, graduate or professional school (go to www.ope.ed.gov/accreditation/ to verify accreditation status). Individuals who are enrolled must be taking at least a half-time academic, vocational, or technical course load leading to a degree, diploma, or certificate. You must provide evidence of your current (spring semester or equivalent) enrollment, either on your transcript or by uploading a separate class schedule. If you are completing your current program this semester you must provide a letter of acceptance or proof of enrollment into another qualifying program to be rated eligible.
2.
Applicants must have at least a cumulative 3.0 GPA.
3.
Do you have at least 1 year of specialized experience which is equivalent to the next lower band (band II) or grade (GS-07) that equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) needed to successfully perform the duties of this position? Specialized experience includes: Examples of qualifying experience include using computer software programs; compiling and assembling statistical material; evaluating and interpreting
economic information to ensure data quality; identifying data discrepancies and irregularities; collecting and analyzing economic data from a primary or variety of sources; and managing assignments in an academic or professional environment. OR EDUCATION Completion of 2 academic years of graduate level education, or a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree.
economic information to ensure data quality; identifying data discrepancies and irregularities; collecting and analyzing economic data from a primary or variety of sources; and managing assignments in an academic or professional environment. OR EDUCATION Completion of 2 academic years of graduate level education, or a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
4.
Do you have experience demonstrating knowledge of macroeconomics.
5.
Do you have experience analyzing data to identify outliers, anomalies, and trends.
6.
Do you have experience collecting, manipulating, and/or analyzing large data sets from a variety of sources.
7.
Do you have experience manipulating data using relational databases and/or analytical software or programming languages, such as Excel, SAS, STATA, SPSS, Python, or R.
8.
Do you have experience collaborating with others on joint or team projects involving research, analytical, or statistical questions/topics
9.
Do you have experience with completing projects with strict deadlines in a work or academic setting
10.
Do you have experience communicating verbally (in person or virtually) to explain economic data, methods, or topics
11.
Do you have experience with analyzing and writing reports about economic statistics
Veteran's Preference Documentation Reminder - In order to receive appropriate preference consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for veteran's preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference along with the required documentation listed on the SF-15 form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
Veteran's Preference Documentation Reminder - In order to receive appropriate preference consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for veteran's preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference along with the required documentation listed on the SF-15 form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
Transcript Reminder - If you are basing your qualifications on education (or a combination of education and experience) or if the position requires a college education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts with your application.
RESUME REMINDER- Your resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)