USA Staffing

Position Title: Student Trainee (General Engineer)
Agency: Government Accountability Office
Announcement Number: STAA-25-DE-12721076-SUMMER Opens in new window
Open Period: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 to Wednesday, April 23, 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. Oakland, CA

C. Denver, CO

D. Washington, DC

E. Atlanta, GA

F. Boston, MA

G. Dallas, TX

H. Seattle, WA

2. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.

3. Would you accept a temporary appointment?

A. Yes

B. No

Thank you for your interest in the Student Trainee (Interdisciplinary) position with the Government Accountability Office (GAO).

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

1. At the GS-7 grade level, this position requires applicants to be enrolled in a graduate or equivalent degree seeking program majoring in engineering; AND meet one of the following criteria:

Completed 1 full academic year of graduate level education (between 18 to 35 semester hours or 27 to 53 quarter hours of graduate level education); OR
Possess of a Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement (defined below).

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.

Do you meet the basic qualification requirement of this position?

A. Yes

B. No

2. At the GS-9 grade level, this position requires applicants to be enrolled in a graduate or equivalent degree seeking program majoring in engineering; AND meet one of the following criteria:

Completed 2 academic years of graduate level education (36 or more semester hours or 54 or more quarter hours of graduate level education); OR
Possession of a Master's Degree or equivalent graduate degree.

Do you meet the basic qualification requirement of this position?

A. Yes

B. No

3. In the space below, enter the full name of the educational institution at which you are currently enrolled. Do not use acronyms. (limit 100 characters)

4. 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.

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

6. In the space below, enter the month and year that you expect to earn the degree you are pursuing during this internship.

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.

7. Which of the following best describes your experience applying concepts, principles, practices, and methodologies of engineering sufficient to select, organize, and present appropriate information in a concise and balanced manner?

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.

8. Which of the following best describes your experience analyzing qualitative and quantitative data to reach conclusions?

A. I have little or no knowledge or work experience performing these tasks.

B. I have some education in this area but have not had experience performing these tasks.

C. I have had experience performing these tasks multiple times on the same or similar topic.