GAO Financial Auditor Undergraduate Intern
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 Summer internship positions. The anticipated start dates begin in May 2025.
This job is open to:
- Students: Current students enrolled in accredited educational institutions from high school to graduate level. Includes internships, pathways, and other student programs.
Clarification from the agency:Current student enrolled in a graduate program seeking a degree from an accredited educational institution on a full or half-time basis.
DutiesAs a Financial Management and Assurance (FMA) intern, you will receive training and learn how to conduct audits of federal entities as part of a team. Financial Auditors participate in a wide range of audit engagements with the overall objective of strengthening accountability for the Federal government's assets and operations. They perform financial audits and analyses, promote financial management best practices, assess internal controls, and identify and support improvements in a variety of financial areas affecting program performance. You will assist GAO auditors in planning and conducting audits of agency programs and operations. You will assist the audit team to 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:- Work with your supervisor in the planning, prioritizing, and/or balancing own work assignments, identifying feasible work management approaches that address required activities and timelines.
- Assist the audit team with developing, identifying, contributing to, and/or using techniques, tools, and processes that are methodologically sound and targeted to job requirements.
- Assist collecting relevant information that is aligned with objectives/planning decisions and meets needs.
- Assist conducting analyses that yield quality information aligned with needs; identifying relevant information, patterns/inconsistencies, relationships, interdependencies, and potential implications.
- 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).
RequirementsConditions of Employment:- You must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Selective Service registration if you are born after Dec. 31, 1959.
- You will be subject to a background investigation/suitability determination.
- Students 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 degree program throughout the duration of the internship.
- Please ensure that you will have the required number of accounting or auditing education hours at the start of the Summer 2025 internship.
QualificationsTo qualify for the GS-4, you
MUST be enrolled in a
Bachelor level degree seeking program leading to a degree in accounting, auditing, finance, business administration, or public administration, AND meet one of the following criteria:
- You must have completed 60 semester hours or 90 quarter credits of Bachelor's level education.
- You must possess an Associate's degree.
All applicants must also have at least 12 semester hours or 18 quarter hours in accounting or auditing which may include 6 hours in business law by the start of the internship.
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.
EducationAll 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.
Additional informationThis position is not in the bargaining unit.
This position does not have promotion potential.
The anticipated start date is
May 2025. Work schedules are full-time and part-time.
Appointments for student intern positions are nonpermanent and generally last from 10 to 16 weeks. 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:Hourly salary varies by location:
- Atlanta, GA - $17.91
- Dallas, TX - $18.41
- Denver, CO - $18.84
- Los Angeles, CA - $19.71
- Seattle, WA - $17.96
- Washington, DC - $19.33
- Boston, MA - $19.15
- Chicago, IL - $18.92
- Dayton, OH - $17.58
- Huntsville, AL - $17.63
- Norfolk, VA - $17.19
- Oakland, CA - $21.10
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 will be enrolled through at least
August 2025. 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.
You may be required to file a financial disclosure report.
Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid for by the GAO.
How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. The questionnaire will assess your qualifications for the job. If you meet all of the qualification requirements, your application will be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified. Within these categories, applicants eligible for veteran's preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
- Accounting
- Financial Analysis
- Interpersonal Skills
- Oral Communication
- Research
- Written Communication
Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: Resume showing relevant experience (cover letter optional). Your resume must show the work schedule and hours worked per week as well as dates of employment.
All applicants must submit college or university undergraduate transcripts (official or unofficial) that support the semester/quarters number of hours completed, accounting courses completed, and/or degree conferred.
Current proof of enrollment (i.e., transcript showing coursework through
Fall 2024, copy of registered courses for
Fall 2024 or Spring 2025, or a letter from school registrar's office confirming enrollment status for the duration of the internship).
Note, a letter of acceptance does not qualify as proof of enrollment.Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g., DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service, SF-15 Form and related documentation, VA letter, etc.)
How to ApplyTo apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
For further instructions on the application process, please refer to the original job description.
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