Government Accountability Office Hiring for GAO Graduate Student Trainee (Interdisciplinary) at Washington, District Of Columbia Full Time

Summary The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) is an independent, nonpartisan agency that works for Congress. We accomplish our mission by providing objective and reliable information and analysis to the Congress, to federal agencies, and to the public, and recommending improvements, when appropriate, on a wide variety of issues to make government work better. This vacancy is for Fall internship positions. The anticipated start dates begin in August 2023. Responsibilities As a GAO intern, you will learn how to conduct federal audits and program evaluations and how to apply that knowledge as part of a team. You will assist GAO analysts and specialists in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematical (including Computer Science) work in developing innovative analytical techniques in carrying out audits and evaluations, in planning and conducting in-depth reviews of federal programs, in collecting and analyzing appropriate data, and in presenting information (including developmental prototypes) both orally and in writing to diverse audiences. These internships are located in the Innovation Lab of the GAO that aim to meet Congress’s growing need to understand the science and technology of the future. Specific duties include: Completes assignments spanning functional areas designed to provide a broad experience in mathematics, data science, computer science, or statistics. Coordinates with higher-level professional staff, and receives on-the- job instruction/training. Participates in well-defined portions of the lifecycle of a data science prototype or analysis. Begins learning project management techniques. Conducts well-structured evaluations of methods to support valid and appropriate use in the creation of prototypes or analyses. Recommends modifications to approaches to better meet requirements. Assists senior staff to present information and prototypes in meetings with GAO and agency officials, as part of the team working on the project. Learn and use appropriate tools for assignments. Potential tools could include R, python, SQL, SAS, or STATA. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen. Selective Service registration if you are a male born after Dec. 31, 1959. Visit http://www.sss.gov. You will be subject to a background investigation/ suitability determination. Student must work a minimum of 400 hours, not to exceed a total of 640 hours. You must be currently enrolled and good standing in an accredited graduate degree program throughout the duration of the internship. Qualifications All qualification requirements must be met by the start of the internship. To qualify for the GS-7 level you MUST be enrolled in a graduate or equivalent degree seeking program majoring in: Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science or field directly related to the position; AND meet one of the following criteria: You have completed between 18 to 35 semester hours or 27 to 53 quarter hours of graduate level education; OR You possess 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. To qualify for the GS-9 level you MUST be enrolled in a graduate or equivalent degree seeking program majoring in: Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science or field directly related to the position; AND meet one of the following criteria: You have completed 36 or more semester hours or 54 or more quarter hours of graduate level education; OR You possess a Master’s Degree or equivalent Graduate Degree. NOTE: You must be a current student enrolled in a graduate program seeking a degree from an accredited educational institution on a full or half-time basis. If at any point during the internship (and for any reason) your status as a student changes to that of a non-student, your internship will be terminated. Education All applicants must submit their academic transcripts in order to be eligible. The transcripts may be unofficial or official and must show your status as a student, as well as support your educational claim. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog. Additional Information This position is not in the bargaining unit. This position does not have promotion potential. The anticipated start date is August 2023. Work schedules can be Full-time or Part-time. Part time student interns are required to work 24 – 32 hours per week. Students who will graduate in December 2023 may be required to work full time in order to meet the required 400 hours. Appointments for student intern positions are nonpermanent and generally last from 10 to 16 weeks. Student interns may have an opportunity for a permanent or term position based on a successful intern experience (completion of a minimum of 400 hours of work, not to exceed a total of 640 hours) and successful completion of degree requirements. The ability to convert to a permanent or term appointment with a minimum 400 hours of work experience is contingent upon budgetary conditions and staffing needs at the time of eligibility. The pay for these intern positions are at below: GS-7, step 1, hourly salary: Washington, DC- $25.45 GS-9, step 1, hourly salary: Washington, DC- $31.12 Applicants who are selected for this position will be required to provide an official transcript on the day of your orientation or within 3 business days after orientation. This transcript must show that you meet the education requirements for the GS-7 or GS-9 grade level, and that you will be enrolled through at least December 2023. Failure to meet the requirements or provide the transcript will result in termination of your internship. OPTION FOR ADDITIONAL SELECTIONS: Based on the staffing needs, additional selections may be made through this vacancy announcement. The U.S. Government Accountability Office’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. You may be required to file a financial disclosure report. Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid for by the GAO. Selectees will be required to complete questions contained on the Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) at the time a tentative job offer is made. If selected, at the time of appointment, selectees will be required to update the OF-306. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: GAO provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees (and interns) with disabilities. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and are claiming 5-points veterans’ preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans’ preference, you must also submit an SF-15, “Application for 10-Point Veterans’ Preference” plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans’ preference visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Veterans.