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Position Title
Information Technology Specialist (Student Trainee)
Agency
Government Accountability Office
Announcement Number
ISTS-25-DE-12673770 Opens in new window
Open Period
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 to Thursday, February 20, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. 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. (limit characters)
3. Are you a United States Citizen? (limit characters)
Preferences
1. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Student Trainee (Information Technology) Graduate Internship with the Government Accountability Office (GAO). (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
1. At the GS-7 grade level, this position requires applicants to be enrolled in a graduate or equivalent degree seeking program, AND meet one of the following criteria:

1. Have a bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement (defined below) in computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management; OR

2. Have a bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement that provided a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of the IT-related fields identified above (in bullet 1), and required the development or adaptation of applications, systems or networks; OR

3. Have 18 to 35 semester hours or 27 to 53 quarter hours of graduate level education in one or more of the fields identified above; OR

4. Have one year of specialized experience at the GS-5 level or equivalent. Specialized experience is defined as performing routine or practical work related to the management, technical support, operations, or deliverability of computer technologies and services to end-users. In addition, have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the following four competencies:

  • Attention to Detail - demonstrates the ability to take thorough notes, prepare accurate written summaries, and synthesize information and drawing preliminary conclusions;
  • Teamwork - demonstrates the ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team-based setting
  • Written and Oral Communication - demonstrates the ability to conduct and participate in meetings, and present information in writing and orally to team members, management, and stakeholders; and
  • Problem Solving - demonstrates the ability to apply analytical methods to identify patterns, trends, or irregularities, and to assess evidence to develop findings and recommendations for improvement.

Superior Academic Achievement is defined as: a) Class Standing - upper third of the graduating class based on completed courses in the college, university, or major subdivision; b) Grade Point Average - 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript or as computed based on 4 years of education or as computed based on courses completed during the final 2 years of curriculum; OR 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 based on the average of the required courses completed in your major field or the required courses in your major field completed during the final 2 years of your curriculum. If more than 10 percent of total undergraduate credit hours are non-graded, i.e. pass/fail, CLEP, CCAF, DANTES, military credit, etc., you cannot qualify based on GPA; c) Election to membership in a national scholastic honor society (note: freshman honor society cannot be used to meet the requirements of this position). (If qualifying based on class standing or honor society membership, provide appropriate documentation).

Do you meet this requirement? (limit characters)
2. In the space below, enter the full name of the educational institution at which you are currently enrolled.
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3. 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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4. In the space below, enter the topic of study/major/concentration for degree you are pursuing.
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5. In the space below, enter the month and year that you expect to earn the degree you are pursuing during this internship.
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6. Will you be able to complete 400 hours as a GAO intern before you graduate from your program?
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For each item below select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability. This includes experience you have gained through school, volunteer work, military service, paid employment and professional/community/social organizations. Your answers must be supported by information contained in your resume. (limit characters)
7. Which of the following best describes your experience gathering data/information for yourself or for others to make decisions?
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8. Which of the following best describes your experience in preparing written products, identifying critical issues and drawing logical conclusions?
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9. Which of the following best describes your experience setting priorities and goals in a work and/or academic setting?
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10. Which of the following best describes your experience collaborating with team members on a common task or work assignment?
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11. Which of the following best describes your experience giving oral presentations or briefings in an academic, professional or other organizational setting?
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12. In 500 words or less, describe in the space provided how experience you have gained through school, volunteer work, military service, paid employment and professional/community/social organizations demonstrates analytical, data gathering, evaluation, and communication skills and is related to the work performed at GAO. Your response must be supported by information contained in your resume.
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
13. I understand that if I do not submit all REQUIRED documents by the closing date, it will affect the overall assessment of my application package.
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14. 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. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
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