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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 2024. Responsibilities As a GAO intern, you will learn how to conduct federal audits and program evaluations and apply that knowledge as part of a team. You will assist GAO analysts in planning and conducting in-depth reviews of executive and legislative branch programs. You will collect appropriate data, analyze the data, develop data-based findings and conclusions, and present the information both orally and in writing to diverse audiences. Specific duties include: Planning, prioritizing, and/or balancing own work assignments, identifying feasible work management approaches that address required activities and timelines. Developing, identifying, contributing to, and/or using techniques, tools, and processes that are methodologically sound and targeted to job requirements. Collecting relevant information that is aligned with objectives/planning decisions and meets needs. Conducting analyses that yield quality information aligned with needs; identifying relevant information, patterns/inconsistencies, relationships, interdependencies, and potential implication. Preparing quality written work that meets relevant writing and evidence standards, and that is appropriately targeted to the audience and purpose. Communicating relevant and accurate information during formal or informal presentations, meetings, or interviews. Partnering or collaborating with others to address issues or solve problems; following up with others to ensure needs are met. Contributing to team efforts through participation in activities/meetings, soliciting and listening to others' opinions, and working collaboratively to accomplish team goals. Soliciting, listening to, and considering diverse perspectives, approaches, or viewpoints, and incorporating others' perspectives into decision-making (when appropriate). Note: At the time of application, you will be provided with additional descriptors of the specific offices that are seeking student trainees positions. Please review each descriptions before making your desired selection. Office preferences are not guaranteed. 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 in good standing in an accredited undergraduate 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-4 level you MUST be enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program, AND meet one of the following criteria: You must have completed 60 semester hours or 90 quarter credits of Bachelor's level education; OR You must possess an Associate's degree. NOTE: You must be a current student enrolled in a Bachelor's 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 2024. Work schedules can be Full-time or Part-time. Part time student interns are required to work 16 - 32 hours per week. Students who will graduate in December 2024 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 when working full-time. 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. Salary is set at GS-04, step 1 in the respective duty location that is selected at the time of application. Washington, DC $19.33 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-4 grade level, and that you are currently enrolled through at least December 2024. Failure to meet the requirements or provide the transcript will result in termination of your internship. 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. OPTION FOR ADDITIONAL SELECTIONS: Based on the staffing needs, additional selections may be made through this vacancy announcement. 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 ReasonableAccommodations@gao.gov. 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.