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Student Trainee (IT Specialist) Pathways Intern
Department of Transportation
Office of Inspector General
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This position is located in the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Assistant Inspector General for Operations, Office of Facilities and Asset Management (JO-60), U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Washington, DC. OIG conducts audits and investigations on behalf of the American public to improve the performance and integrity of DOT's programs to ensure a safe, efficient, and effective national transportation system.
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Summary
This position is located in the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Assistant Inspector General for Operations, Office of Facilities and Asset Management (JO-60), U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Washington, DC. OIG conducts audits and investigations on behalf of the American public to improve the performance and integrity of DOT's programs to ensure a safe, efficient, and effective national transportation system.
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Overview
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Accepting applications
This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
District of Columbia, DC
1 vacancy
No matching locations found.
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Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $58,193 - $75,653 per year Pay scale & grade
GS 07
Promotion potential 13 - The full performance level is GS-13.
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Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required 25% or less - Must be willing to travel to field offices.
Appointment type Internships - not-to-exceed 1 year
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
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Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number JO-60-2027-0001 Control number 892541100
This job is open to
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Students
Current students enrolled in an accredited high school, college or graduate institution.
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This opportunity is open to U.S. Citizens who are Students enrolled or accepted for enrollment on at least a half-time basis, or accepted for enrollment, and seeking a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.) in a qualifying educational institution; have at least a cumulative (overall) 2.7 grade point average or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Duties
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The incumbent works under the direction of the Director of Facilities & Asset Management. The work of the office is concerned with providing support services in areas such as design and construction of new facilities, space management, design and implementation of IT cabling infrastructure, deployment of IT systems and equipment, inventory management, voice and data telecommunications, and physical security systems.
The incumbent is employed under the Pathways Program that provides students with opportunities to explore federal careers while in school and getting paid for the work performed. The target level for this training assignment is GS-13.
This position is responsible for providing IT services and products to support the construction of new facilities and the ongoing operation of existing Field Offices and Headquarters. The major duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
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Conditions of employment
All documents must be received and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Your resume must be well documented with the specialized experience, otherwise you may be deemed ineligible.
After successful completion of the program requirements, the individual may be converted to a permanent or TERM appointment. Extensions to this appointment may occur. There is no guarantee of extensions or conversions. If converted to a permanent or TERM appointment, the full performance level would be a GS-13. The incumbent will serve as an Student Trainee (Information Technology Specialist) Pathways Intern.
PATHWAYS ELIGIBILITY - To be eligible for appointment to a position in the DOT OIG Internship Program, throughout the duration of the appointment, an individual must:
If selected you:
Please note that if you are graduating from your current academic program prior to December 2027, you will not be eligible for this student appointment unless you are accepted for enrollment at a qualifying educational institution seeking an ADDITIONAL qualifying degree, diploma, certificate, etc., OR an advanced degree. You MUST submit proof of acceptance along with your current transcripts for consideration.
For more information on the Pathways Program, please visit: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/students-recent-graduates/#url=Program-Fact-Sheets
Qualifications
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE qualifications and Education Requirements for the grade(s) at which you are requesting consideration. Applicants must meet all qualification and education requirements by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE
GS-07
Applicants may qualify at the GS-07 level based on one of the following:
Specialized Experience: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-5 level:
Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. IT-related experience may include paid or unpaid work, including internships, volunteer service, student leadership, military service, apprenticeships, or other relevant activities. Resume must clearly describe duties, dates, and hours worked per week.
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Education: Completed one full academic year of graduate education (18 credits or equivalent) in a related field such as computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or a degree related to the position.
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Combination of Education and Experience: Applicants that possess a percentage of the required specialized experience and a percentage of the required graduate level education such that, when the percentages of the required graduate education and specialized experience are added together, they equal 100%. (Only graduate education and only professional experience equivalent to the GS-5 or higher is creditable.)
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TO CLAIM SUPERIOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT (S.A.A): YOU MUST HAVE A BACHELORS DEGREE. THE DEGREE MUST BE CONFERRED. YOU CAN NOT CLAIM S.A.A WHILE STILL PURSUING A BACHELORS DEGREE UNLESS YOU HAVE OBTAINED A BACHELORS DEGREE ALREADY. THEREFORE, TO CLAIM S.A.A AND ALSO BE A PATHWAYS ELIGIBLE, YOU MUST HAVE A BACHELORS DEGREE WITH A 3.0 GPA OR HIGHER CONFERRED AND PURSUING A POST-GRADUATE/PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE OR ANOTHER DEGREE SUCH AS AN ASSOCIATES, BACHELORS, MASTERS OR DOCTORATE. IF YOU ARE COMPLETING YOUR 4-YEAR DEGREE IN MAY/JUNE 2027(SEMESTER) THEN YOU MUST ATTACH THE PROOF OF ENROLLMENT OR ACCEPTANCE LETTER TO ANOTHER 2 OR 4 YEAR PROGRAM (UNDERGRADUATE OR GRADUATE PROGRAM) MUST BE ATTACHED TO QUALIFY FOR S.A.A.
Superior Academic Achievement: You possess a BACHELORS DEGREE that is qualifying for this position that meets the criteria for eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement provision through one of the following methods. No more than 10% of academic credit can be based on pass/fail or similar non-traditional grading systems.
(Grade-point averages will be rounded to one decimal place. For example, 2.95 will round to 3.0 and 2.94 will round to 2.9)
Please click the link for more information on Pathways educational qualifications: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4
NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETE COPY OF THEIR TRANSCRIPTS. IF SELECTED, AN OFFICIAL/SEALED TRANSCRIPT WILL BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO AN APPOINTMENT DATE BEING ESTABLISHED.
IF YOU HAVE EARNED A DEGREE FROM A FOREIGN INSTITUTION YOU MUST SUBMIT WITH YOUR APPLICATION EVIDENCE THAT ANY EDUCATION COMPLETED IN A FOREIGN INSTITUTION WAS APPROPRIATELY ACCREDITED BY AN ACCREDITING BODY RECOGNIZED BY THE SECRETARY OF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AS EQUIVALENT TO U.S. STANDARDS. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, REFER TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION WEB SITE AT http://www.ed.gov.
Education
Preferred Degrees: computer science, engineering, information science, information systems management, mathematics, operations research, statistics, or technology management or any related degree.
Education Documents: Education must be from accredited institutions. For a list of accredited educational institutions, click here. Unofficial transcripts are required at the time of application. If selected, an official transcript is required. If you attended more than one school, combine multiple transcripts into one document.
Proof of Enrollment:
If you are not a student enrolled in the current semester, you must submit proof of enrollment in the upcoming semester (i.e., letter from the registrars office or acceptance letter from an accredited educational institution).
If you are a student who is enrolled in the current semester and your transcript does not show current enrollment or if you have completed the semester and your transcript does not show enrollment for the upcoming semester, you must submit proof of continued enrollment (i.e., letter from the registrars office or course enrollment print out, etc.). Your transcript or registrars letter must document the educational requirements for this position.
Foreign Education: Foreign education must be evaluated by a private organization showing equivalency to accredited U.S. programs. For more information, click here.
Additional information
THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL ADDITIONAL LIKE VACANCIES IN THE ANNOUNCED DUTY LOCATION.
Relocation expenses will not be paid.
Best qualified candidates will be responsible for arranging and paying for their own travel expenses in conjunction with any required interviews, unless they are already employed by the Office of Inspector General at the U. S. Department of Transportation.
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicants criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, careers@oig.dot.gov
Supporting documents may either be uploaded or faxed to 571-258-4052. The requested information MUST be received by fax within 48 hours prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement (not including Saturdays, Sundays or government holidays).
NOTE: If you exaggerate or falsify your experience, education and/or your responses to questions, your ratings are subject to change or you may be removed from employment consideration.
Applicants who fail to submit all the required documentation listed , in addition to their resumes and transcripts, will be considered ineligible for further consideration for this announcement.
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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.
Benefits
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This position is eligible for sick and annual leave.
This position does not confer eligibility for life insurance or retirement coverage.
This position may confer eligibility for health insurance.
This position is eligible for transit benefits.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the vacancy announcement closes, we will review your submitted resume and documents to determine if you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements, including any required education, experience, and/or selective placement factors. You will be rated as ineligible if you are outside of the area of consideration (i.e., who may apply) or your application is missing any required documents. You will be rated as not qualified if you do not possess the minimum qualification requirements.
You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications and competencies listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents) the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the ApplyGov Competency Based Assessment(s) required for this position.
Competencies: Your will be evaluated through a timed technical assessment on the following competencies in addition to the specialized experience as stated above:
Oral Communications, Writing, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Technology Orientation, Customer Service, Attention to Detail and Self-Management.
Technical Assessment:
Your results on these assessments will be used to place you into one of the three quality categories listed below according to Category Rating and Selection Procedures. In addition, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be used to verify you meet the qualifications for this job. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and may be interviewed prior to selection. You will be notified of the outcome.
Application of Veterans Preference: The Category Rating Method does not add veterans preference points or apply the "rule of three," but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Preference eligibles who meet minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent must be listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-9 grade level or higher. A selecting official may make selections from the highest quality category (Best Qualified) provided no preference eligible in that category is passed over to select a non-preference eligible in that category unless the requirements of 5 U.S.C. 3317(b) or 3318(b) are satisfied.
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Benefits
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This position is eligible for sick and annual leave.
This position does not confer eligibility for life insurance or retirement coverage.
This position may confer eligibility for health insurance.
This position is eligible for transit benefits.
Required documents
Required Documents
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Resume (required) - Your resume must sufficiently describe how your experience fully meets the specialized experience requirements as stated in this announcement for each grade level(s) you are applying (see "Qualifications" section). Please limit your resume to 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your qualifications. Your resume must also support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. Credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. We cannot assume you have performed the experience required for this position regardless of your employment history or academic career. Resume must contain all of the following for each experience/position listed: job title, name of employer, beginning and ending dates of employment (month/year format), hours worked per week, detailed description of duties performed, and if a Federal position, series and grade or equivalent. We will not access web pages linked on your resume to determine your qualifications. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information.
For additional information see:
Transcript(s): You MUST provide current transcripts showing current enrollment to support your educational claims.
You must be continuously enrolled in school (excluding standard summer/winter breaks) to remain eligible.
All applicants must attach their current transcripts. In addition, if you are graduating soon, you must provide proof of enrollment for your next academic term:
DD-214/VA Letter/SF-15: If you are claiming veterans preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veterans preference, and will possibly impact your placement on the certificate.
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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Applications submitted via WWW.USAJOBS.GOV must be received before midnight eastern time on the closing date of the announcement. No extensions will be granted. If you fail to submit a COMPLETE on-line resume, you WILL NOT be considered for this position. Please make sure that the responses provided in the questionnaire are fully supported by your resume, that your resume is detailed and you have highlighted your most relevant experience for this position (to include starting and ending dates of employment for each position held), and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity. If you fail to provide this information, it may result in you being rated "ineligible" or "not qualified" for this position.
If you exaggerate or falsify your experience, education and/or your responses to questions, your ratings are subject to change or you may be removed from employment consideration. Applicants who do not respond to the application questions will be rated ineligible.
If applying on-line poses a hardship to any applicant, the Servicing Personnel Office listed on the announcement will provide assistance to ensure that applications are submitted on-line by the closing date. Applicants must contact the Servicing Human Resources Office PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE to speak to someone who can provide assistance for on-line submission. Requests for extensions will not be granted.
Reasonable Accommodation for Assessments: If you require a reasonable accommodation for the technical assessment, you must submit your request prior to or alongside your application. Eligible applicants may be granted an additional 48 hours to complete the technical assessment. Please note: This accommodation applies only to the assessment phase; all applicants MUST submit their primary application to the vacancy by 11:59 PM EST on the announcement closing date. The announcement has a application cap and may close sooner than the closing date listed in the announcement.
Agency contact information
Careers at OIG
Phone 202-366-1490 TDD 202-366-2136 Fax 571-258-4052 Email careers@oig.dot.gov Address DOT, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
1200 New Jersey Avenue, S. E.
West Building, Room W71-123
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your application status by the servicing human resources specialist via e-mail. It is essential that you have a current e-mail address on file and remove any restrictions from your e-mail account that may prohibit our contacting you via e-mail. You may also check the status of your application at WWW.USAJOBS.GOV.
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
Required Documents
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Resume (required) - Your resume must sufficiently describe how your experience fully meets the specialized experience requirements as stated in this announcement for each grade level(s) you are applying (see "Qualifications" section). Please limit your resume to 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your qualifications. Your resume must also support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. Credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. We cannot assume you have performed the experience required for this position regardless of your employment history or academic career. Resume must contain all of the following for each experience/position listed: job title, name of employer, beginning and ending dates of employment (month/year format), hours worked per week, detailed description of duties performed, and if a Federal position, series and grade or equivalent. We will not access web pages linked on your resume to determine your qualifications. Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information.
For additional information see:
Transcript(s): You MUST provide current transcripts showing current enrollment to support your educational claims.
You must be continuously enrolled in school (excluding standard summer/winter breaks) to remain eligible.
All applicants must attach their current transcripts. In addition, if you are graduating soon, you must provide proof of enrollment for your next academic term:
DD-214/VA Letter/SF-15: If you are claiming veterans preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veterans preference, and will possibly impact your placement on the certificate.
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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Applications submitted via WWW.USAJOBS.GOV must be received before midnight eastern time on the closing date of the announcement. No extensions will be granted. If you fail to submit a COMPLETE on-line resume, you WILL NOT be considered for this position. Please make sure that the responses provided in the questionnaire are fully supported by your resume, that your resume is detailed and you have highlighted your most relevant experience for this position (to include starting and ending dates of employment for each position held), and education (if applicable) as it relates to this job opportunity. If you fail to provide this information, it may result in you being rated "ineligible" or "not qualified" for this position.
If you exaggerate or falsify your experience, education and/or your responses to questions, your ratings are subject to change or you may be removed from employment consideration. Applicants who do not respond to the application questions will be rated ineligible.
If applying on-line poses a hardship to any applicant, the Servicing Personnel Office listed on the announcement will provide assistance to ensure that applications are submitted on-line by the closing date. Applicants must contact the Servicing Human Resources Office PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE to speak to someone who can provide assistance for on-line submission. Requests for extensions will not be granted.
Reasonable Accommodation for Assessments: If you require a reasonable accommodation for the technical assessment, you must submit your request prior to or alongside your application. Eligible applicants may be granted an additional 48 hours to complete the technical assessment. Please note: This accommodation applies only to the assessment phase; all applicants MUST submit their primary application to the vacancy by 11:59 PM EST on the announcement closing date. The announcement has a application cap and may close sooner than the closing date listed in the announcement.
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Agency contact information
Careers at OIG
Phone 202-366-1490 TDD 202-366-2136 Fax 571-258-4052 Email careers@oig.dot.gov Address DOT, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
1200 New Jersey Avenue, S. E.
West Building, Room W71-123
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States
Next steps
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your application status by the servicing human resources specialist via e-mail. It is essential that you have a current e-mail address on file and remove any restrictions from your e-mail account that may prohibit our contacting you via e-mail. You may also check the status of your application at WWW.USAJOBS.GOV.
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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
Office of Inspector General
Agency contact information
Careers at OIG
Phone 202-366-1490 TDD 202-366-2136 Fax 571-258-4052 Email careers@oig.dot.gov Address DOT, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
1200 New Jersey Avenue, S. E.
West Building, Room W71-123
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States
Summary
This position is located in the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Assistant Inspector General for Operations, Office of Facilities and Asset Management (JO-60), U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Washington, DC. OIG conducts audits and investigations on behalf of the American public to improve the performance and integrity of DOT's programs to ensure a safe, efficient, and effective national transportation system.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
This job will close when we have received 100 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
District of Columbia, DC
1 vacancy
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $58,193 - $75,653 per year Pay scale & grade
GS 07
Promotion potential 13 - The full performance level is GS-13.
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required 25% or less - Must be willing to travel to field offices.
Appointment type Internships - not-to-exceed 1 year
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number JO-60-2027-0001 Control number 892541100
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