USA Staffing

Position Title: Student (Financial Audit)
Agency: Government Accountability Office
Announcement Number: FMA-25-DE-12715746 Opens in new window
Open Period: Friday, April 18, 2025 to Thursday, May 1, 2025

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

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.

A. Yes

B. No

3. Are you a United States Citizen?

A. Yes

B. No

1. Select the location(s) you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. You may only select up to 1 location(s).

A. Huntsville, AL

B. Los Angeles, CA

C. Oakland, CA

D. Denver, CO

E. Washington, DC

F. Atlanta, GA

G. Chicago, IL

H. Boston, MA

I. Dayton, OH

J. Dallas, TX

K. Norfolk County, VA

L. Richlands, VA

M. Seattle, WA

2. Would you accept a temporary appointment?

A. Yes

B. No

3. Are you actively enrolled in a college or university pursuing a degree?

A. Yes

B. No

4. 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.

Thank you for your interest in a Student Trainee (Financial Audit) Intern GS-4 position with the Government Accountability Office (GAO).

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

1. At the GS-4 grade level, this position requires applicants to be enrolled in a Bachelor level degree seeking program leading to a degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, or public administration, AND meet one of the following criteria:

Completed 60 semester hours or 90 quarter credits of Bachelor's level education; OR
Possession of an Associate's degree.

Do you meet the basic qualification requirement of this position?

A. Yes

B. No

2. In the space below, enter the full name of the educational institution at which you are currently enrolled.
(limit 100 characters)

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.

4. In the space below, enter the topic of study/major/concentration for degree you are pursuing.

5. 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).

6. By the start of the internship, I will have at least 12 semester hours or 18 quarter hours in accounting or auditing which may include 6 credit hours in business law.

A. Yes

B. No

7. Will you be able to complete 400 hours as a GAO intern before you graduate from your program?

A. Yes.

B. No.

8. Does your degree program require you to complete an internship in a particular policy field? If yes, please provide the name of the policy field. If no, indicate N/A in the space below.

The following questions require you to write brief essays regarding your education and/or experience. Please be sure to address the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) for analytical concept 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 response 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 response. The information you provide in your essays must be supported by your resume. Failure to provide a narrative may result in a disqualification rating.

9. 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.
(limit 1,000 characters)

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.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

10. Analyze and evaluate quantitative and qualitative information in order to make logical conclusions.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

11. Conduct basic data gathering and research including through interviews and relevant documentation; such as reports and sharing the results.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

12. Orally communicate to individuals or groups effectively that includes making oral presentations and conducting interviews to obtain relevant information.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

13. Write various products that effectively communicate information that are clear, concise, organized and convincing manner for the intended audience.

A. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

B. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

C. I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).

14. I understand that if I do not submit all REQUIRED documents by the closing date, my application package will not be considered.

A. Yes

B. No

15. 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.

A. Yes

B. No

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