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Summary This position is located in the U.S. International Trade Commission, Office of Investigations. There is the possibility of extension through the school year, and/or for an additional year based on workload requirements and budget availability. Responsibilities As an International Trade Analyst (Investigator) Trainee, you will perform a variety of duties designed to encourage professional growth and development, through a variety of experiences, including the collection, compilation, analysis, and presentation of data related to international trade in products under investigation, and the U.S. industries affected by that trade. You will perform short and medium term projects related to tasks assigned to higher-graded international trade analysts. Specifically, under the guidance of a supervisory investigator or an investigator, the incumbent will assist in collecting and/or assessment of information relevant to import injury proceedings, the resolution of which will, in most instances, have a significant impact on international trade in the subject merchandise, as well as the domestic industry producing those products. You will conduct qualitative and quantitative research and analysis utilizing a variety of sources and tools, including MS Excel. You will also assist in the analysis and presentation of data in such a way as to be of maximum use to the Commission. You will also participate in preparing preliminary interpretive reports and using computer applications in investigative research in support of import injury investigations. You may also conduct targeted research on international trade issues and topics, including summarizing findings through written products and perform other related duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications All pathway qualifications and educational requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume. To be eligible for basic consideration, all Pathways Interns must: Be enrolled, or accepted for enrollment, on at least a half-time basis, at a qualifying educational institution Be seeking a diploma, degree, or certificate· Be in good academic standing and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 You must meet all the requirements below by the closing date of the announcement and they must be clearly identified in your application, resume, or supporting documents. This includes any general and specialized experience, education, and/or selective placement factors mentioned. These are used to determine if you possess the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to successfully perform in this position. Applicants applying for the GS-07 grade level must have completed 1 full academic year of graduate level education; or Eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement* Provision and completion of a bachelor's degree, AND must be currently enrolled or accepted to a qualifying degree or certificate program. *Superior Academic Achievement for GS-07 eligibility option: (Bachelor's degree) - In the upper one-third of graduating class; OR a GPA of 3.0 or higher out of 4.0, as recorded on official transcript, or based on courses completed during final 2 years of curriculum; OR a GPA of 3.5 or higher out of 4.0, based on average of required courses completed in major or required courses in major completed during the final 2 years of curriculum. To qualify at the GS-7 level, you must meet one of the following requirements: 1 full academic year of graduate level education; or a Bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, in the upper one-third of your graduating class; or have a GPA of 3.0 or higher out of 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript, or based on courses completed during your final 2 years; OR one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Work experience must show attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, problem solving skills and abilities, gathering data required for reporting purposes, prepares spreadsheets, memoranda, and reports; gather information, and performing and administrative management functions relating to office operations. Your resume must clearly document this experience. We will be applying Veteran's preference requirements and OPM qualification standards in making our determinations. The following link contains more detailed information on Student Internships under the Pathways program: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/final-groupcoveragequalificationstandardforpathwaysprogramschedule-20d.pdf. For proof of education, you are required to submit a copy of your transcript(s) or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the education requirements, if it has been certified. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click on the link for a list of accreditation organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials: http://www.naces.org/members.htm. Unofficial transcripts are accepted when applying to the position. Official transcripts will be required if you are selected. Education is also verified as part of the background investigation. Education For proof of education, you are required to submit a copy of your transcript(s) or list of courses with credit hours, major(s), and grade-point average or class ranking. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the education requirements, if it has been certified. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click on the link for a list of accreditation organizations recognized as specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials: http://www.naces.org/members.htm. Unofficial transcripts are accepted when applying to the position. Official transcripts will be required if you are selected. Education is also verified as part of the background investigation. Additional Information 1. Male applicants who are born after 12/31/59, and who are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act: the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency. 2. References: If you are contacted for an interview, please be prepared to provide a list of three references. Include your association with the individual, and include current phone numbers and email addresses. 3. Continued employment: While not implied, and dependent on program requirements and budget, this position may be extended past the 6 month employment period, either under the Pathways Program or term employment. Any extension would continue to be covered under program requirements, and benefits may change. More information is available at: http://www.opm.gov/HiringReform/Pathways/program/graduates 4. You will be given a writing skill assessment during the interview. 5. This is an open continuous vacancy announcement that will be used to fill vacancies as they occur. To receive consideration for vacancies, applicants must submit a complete application prior to the established cut-off date(s). The initial cut-off date will take place on Febuary 28th, 2024 to begin the initial applicant consideration. Applications received after the initial cut-off date will be considered upon receipt of the next cut-off date. The established cutoff dates are as follows: March 28, 2024 April 28, 2024 May 28, 2024 June 28, 2024 July 30, 2024 This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit .https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12283739 Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.