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We are seeking highly qualified and motivated students to hire into the Pathways Intern Program, in our Office of Counsel, located in Washington, DC. This program facilitates the college-to-career transition by providing opportunities in a variety of career tracks.
Learn more about this agency01/09/2024 to 01/18/2024
$55,924 - $88,926 per year
GS 07 - 09
2 vacancies in the following location:
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Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
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Internships
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JC-2024-01 IN
769674000
Current students enrolled at least half-time in an accredited law (J.D.) program at an American Bar Association (ABA) law school in Good academic standing is determined by the educational institution, but is typically a Grade Point Average of a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants must provide proof of current enrollment in school and documentation indicating acceptance in an accredited educational institution (if applicable).
The General Service Administration (GSA), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Counsel (JC), seeks rising law students to serve as an Intern. You will perform duties and gain knowledge in areas specific of the OIG Counsel’s Office to include: government contracting and procurement; fiscal law; civil and criminal investigations; False Claims Act; employment law; ethics; administrative subpoenas; and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) matters. Typical duties may include any of the following:
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
For each job on your resume, provide:
If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.
For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here.
The GS-07 salary range starts at $55,924 per year. The GS-09 salary range start at $68,405. If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.
Basic Requirements:
GS-07 grade level: Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate level education; or Eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement Provision and completion of a bachelor's degree.
GS-09 grade level: Completion of 2 academic years of graduate level education, or a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree.
*****NOTE: One year of full-time undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours*****
Grade-point average (rounded to one decimal point) of:
College transcripts: You must submit a photocopy of your college transcript(s). Transcripts MUST show: name of the institution, student's name, course work/degree(s) completed/conferred and dates. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Bargaining Unit status: This position is ineligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit.
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.
Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed; through other means; or not at all.
GSA OIG does allow for routine telework, but this is not a fully remote position. Applicants selected for this position will be required to report to the agency worksite listed in the announcement on a regular basis.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Pathways - Category Rating
We will use a method called Category Rating to assess your application. Here’s how it will work:
You will be scored on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge of legal terminology, research techniques and legal concepts.
knowledge of legal reference material, such as reference systems, directives, issuances, regulations, executive orders, precedential decisions, court decisions.
Knowledge, skill, and ability to use computer programs such as Microsoft Office products, email, and other electronic software and systems.
Your answers to the questions will be used to place you in one of the following categories and standard score ranges: [If the use of 4 categories is justified, adjust verbiage].
We will verify your answers to the questions in your resume. If your resume doesn’t support your answers, we may lower your score, which could place you in a lower category.
Within each category, veterans will receive selection priority over non-veterans.
Additional hurdle assessments, such as narrative responses or other assessments, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle, e.g., the minimum qualification requirements. If additional assessments are used, you will be provided with further instructions.
We will assess your application to make sure you:
If you meet the criteria above, you will be referred to the selecting official. Veterans will receive selection priority over non-veterans.
Additional hurdle assessments, such as narrative responses or other assessments, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle, e.g., the minimum qualification requirements. If additional assessments are used, you will be provided with further instructions.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
Your resume with cover letter showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.
If you are claiming veterans preference:
(a) Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows the dates of your active duty service. If selected, a DD-214 showing your type of discharge (member 4 copy) will be required prior to appointment.
(b) If you are claiming 10-point preference, submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214:(1) completed SF-15 form; and (2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).
If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
College and Law School Transcripts must be provided.
(a) Documents must show proof of continued enrollment in law school.
(b) Unofficial transcripts will be accepted. Official transcripts must be provided prior to appointment.
If you completed your education outside of the U.S., see Foreign Education information for guidance on what we can accept.
Work full-time for a period of at least 8 weeks but no more than 10 weeks. This block of time must take place between May 2024 through September 2024.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.
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To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. We are available to assist you Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
After the closing date/deadline:
Thank you for your interest in working for the GSA Office of Inspector General!
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The Office of Inspector General (OIG) for the General Services Administration (GSA) is one of the original OIGs established by the Inspector General Act of 1978. OIG provides oversight through auditing, inspections, and investigations of GSA's extensive procurement, real property, and related programs and operations, which primarily support other federal agencies. Applicants are encouraged to review the work and accomplishments of the GSA OIG on our website, https://www.gsaig.gov/.
