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CAO Staff Academy Intern, Spring

Legislative Branch

House of Representatives

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Summary

This paid internship is located in the Congressional Staff Academy department within the Customer Experience Center (CEC) business unit of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), U.S. House of Representatives (House).

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Summary

This paid internship is located in the Congressional Staff Academy department within the Customer Experience Center (CEC) business unit of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), U.S. House of Representatives (House).

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1 vacancy in the following location:

Washington, DC

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Telework eligible No Relocation expenses reimbursed NoRelocation Description Salary $36,834 - $36,834 per year Pay scale & grade

HS 1

Promotion potential 1

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required - Not required.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0399 Administration And Office Support Student Trainee

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service

Drug test No Security clearance Not Required

Announcement number req5761 Control number 892193200

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Job Summary:

The Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) provides operations support services and business solutions to the community of 10,000 House Members, Officers, and staff. The CAO organization comprises more than 800 technical and administrative staff working in a variety of areas, including information technology, finance, budget management, human resources, payroll, childcare, food and vending, procurement, logistics and administrative counsel.

This paid internship* is located in the Congressional Staff Academy department within the Customer Experience Center (CEC) business unit of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), U.S. House of Representatives (House). The Congressional Staff Academy provides House staff with professional development and training designed for the unique job roles across Capitol Hill. The Congressional Staff Academy specializes in leadership and management education tailored to meet office needs. The Congressional Staff Academy also hosts training from departments across the House to include mandatory technical and compliance training for all House staff.

Interns are appointed on a temporary basis for a period not to exceed 120 days. Interns will be provided a structured educational opportunity through exposure to the business operations of the U.S. House of Representatives. This position will be provided the opportunity to rotate through different assignments to gain real life experience for their degree, certification, or professional development.

The Staff Academy intern will work closely with senior House-training staff and will learn about how the House works and how to teach and train House staff to excel at their jobs. The position offers a behind the scenes view into the world of House staffing. Interns will also learn and improve their written, organizational and technical skills and gain career mentors. Interns will have the opportunity to sit in on training sessions usually offered only for House staff.

We're looking for strong communicator with an enthusiasm for politics and the House and learning about staff education. This is a non-partisan position and interns should be willing to work with staff from both sides of the aisle.

• paid at an annual rate of $36,834 not to exceed 120 days

The CAO standard business hours are 8:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week internship that will require onsite attendance in Washington, D.C.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Answering incoming calls with poise, professionalism, and promptness.
• Sort incoming requests for Coach 1 on 1s, panels, and upcoming courses.
• Assist Congressional Staff Academy and Coaches with written and video programming.
• Edit videos before adding them to our website.
• Research, edit and help prepare course materials and website content based upon approved curriculum development plan.
• Staff CAO Coach/CEC events
• Performs other official duties as assigned.

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Qualifications:

Minimum:

• High School Diploma
• Must be able to work with all levels of a multi-faceted workforce. Ability to multi-task and work well both independently and on a team required.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, as well as the ability to establish effective working relationships with senior staff and other high-ranking officials.
• Ideal candidate will be a results-oriented team player possessing an interest in public service.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a professional office setting preferred.
• Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check (or other applicable security clearance) and a pre-employment drug-test (pre-identified position only).

Additional information

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated using a structured interview process.

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

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.

How to Apply

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Qualified candidates please submit your resume online by following the instructions in this link.

Agency contact information

CAO Human Resources

Phone 202-225-2926 Address CAO

441 2nd St

Washington, DC 20515

Next steps

Qualified Candidates will be contacted directly.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

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Resume

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

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.

How to Apply

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Qualified candidates please submit your resume online by following the instructions in this link.

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Agency contact information

CAO Human Resources

Phone 202-225-2926 Address CAO

441 2nd St

Washington, DC 20515

Next steps

Qualified Candidates will be contacted directly.

Expand Hide next steps

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

House of Representatives

Agency contact information

CAO Human Resources

Phone 202-225-2926 Address CAO

441 2nd St

Washington, DC 20515

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Learn more about what its like to work at House of Representatives, what the agency does, and about the types of careers this agency offers.

https://cao.house.gov

Summary

This paid internship is located in the Congressional Staff Academy department within the Customer Experience Center (CEC) business unit of the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), U.S. House of Representatives (House).

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Washington, DC

1 vacancy

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Relocation expenses reimbursed NoRelocation Description Salary $36,834 - $36,834 per year Pay scale & grade

HS 1

Promotion potential 1

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required - Not required.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0399 Administration And Office Support Student Trainee

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service

Drug test No Security clearance Not Required

Announcement number req5761 Control number 892193200

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