Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS)
Recruitment began on October 25, 2024 and the job listing expires on January 29, 2025.
Internship Exploring General Business & Beyond
This position is part of DFAS’s Pathways Program for current students/individuals accepted for enrollment in a qualifying educational program in an accredited institution, full or half-time basis. This is a PAID summer internship, running May – August. Applicants who indicate they meet the minimum qualifications will receive an email from assessments@USAHire.opm.gov to complete online assessments. Check your “Spam”/”Junk” folders. See below for more information!
Duties
* Serve as an Intern in the DFAS Internship Program performing a variety of assignments involving the practical application of financial principles, procedures, processes, and regulations.
* Receive, review, and verify the validity and completeness of the appropriation, accounting, or financial data, including disbursements and collections.
* Enter data into financial systems and correct invalid or incorrect entries.
* Verify, balance, and reconcile detailed supporting documentation with listings, automated records, and/or reports.
* Assist in the preparation of recurring and special reports.
Requirements
* Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
* This national security position may require access to classified information and requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
* Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959).
* Suitable for Federal employment.
* Enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full-time or half-time student.
* Must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
* Must maintain student eligibility for the duration of the internship.
Preferred Degree Categories
* Accounting
* Business Administration with Accounting Concentration
* Masters of Business Administration with Accounting Concentration
* Masters of Accountancy
Conversion Eligibility
Upon successful completion of their academic program and the internship program, interns may be converted to a term or permanent position in the competitive service consistent with agency needs, academic achievement, and demonstrated potential. Conversion potential for this opportunity is up to the GS-11 full performance level. However, future budgetary events, hiring restrictions, conversion caps, or other events may preclude the conversion or conversion to a position with the full potential performance level.
Education
You MUST provide proof of education or certification to be considered for this position. 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.
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