The position is an excepted service, temporary appointment Not-to-Exceed 1year and may be extended an additional year if the needs of the office dictate.
This announcement is for internship opportunities that will begin in the Summer 2017 and may be year round throughout the academic year. However, service in this Internship Program confers no right to further employment in the competitive or excepted service.
Positions will be filled in the FDIC Office of Inspector General (OIG) at the Virginia Square duty location and in the Office of Audits, Dallas Field Office.
The FDIC Office of Inspector General (FDIC OIG) is an independent unit that conducts audits, investigations, and other reviews of the FDIC’s programs and operations. The OIG promotes the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of FDIC programs and operations, and protects against fraud, waste, and abuse, to assist and augment the FDIC's contribution to the stability of, and public confidence in, the nation's financial system. Congress established the FDIC to supervise banks, insure deposits, and help maintain a stable and sound banking system.
Position opportunities may include the following OIG Offices:
Immediate Office of the Inspector General
Office of the Counsel to the Inspector General
Office of Management
Office of Audits & Evaluations
More than one selection may be made from this announcement.
Summary
The position is an excepted service, temporary appointment Not-to-Exceed 1year and may be extended an additional year if the needs of the office dictate.
This announcement is for internship opportunities that will begin in the Summer 2017 and may be year round throughout the academic year. However, service in this Internship Program confers no right to further employment in the competitive or excepted service.
Positions will be filled in the FDIC Office of Inspector General (OIG) at the Virginia Square duty location and in the Office of Audits, Dallas Field Office.
The FDIC Office of Inspector General (FDIC OIG) is an independent unit that conducts audits, investigations, and other reviews of the FDIC’s programs and operations. The OIG promotes the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of FDIC programs and operations, and protects against fraud, waste, and abuse, to assist and augment the FDIC's contribution to the stability of, and public confidence in, the nation's financial system. Congress established the FDIC to supervise banks, insure deposits, and help maintain a stable and sound banking system.
Position opportunities may include the following OIG Offices:
Immediate Office of the Inspector General
Office of the Counsel to the Inspector General
Office of Management
Office of Audits & Evaluations
More than one selection may be made from this announcement.
Ideal candidates for the FDIC OIG internship opportunities are individuals pursuing undergraduate and graduate degree programs in Business Management, Public Administration, Law, Economics, Financial Management, Accounting, Political Science, Media Relations, Public Communication, Journalism, Management Information Systems, Web Design, Cybersecurity, Information Technology and/or related fields.
As an Intern, the duties assigned are contingent upon the type of internship and the OIG Office assigned. Some of the duties may include but are not limited to the following:
Liaison to internal and external departments and organizations.
Respond to inquiries and route correspondences to the appropriate party.
Collect, compile, and coordinate submitted information for reports.
Produce a variety of written documents utilizing varied and advanced word processing software functions, working from handwritten draft, edited copy, or electronic files created by another staff member.
Properly manage sensitive and privacy data and information.
Take initiative to learn about customer needs and recognize potential issues and is able to identify and recommend alternative solutions.
Research and analyze data to identify problems, significant factors, and trends to assist in decision-making.
Conduct reviews, audits and other studies for management.
Provide administrative, analytical, or technical office support.
Provide assistance with website design and social media functions.
Perform a variety of assignments involving the practical application of information technology principles, procedures, and trends in cyber security.
Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic, religious/spiritual; community; student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Additional qualifications information can be found here click here.
Qualifications
To qualify for this program, applicants must: (1) be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a degree seeking program at a qualifying educational institution on a full or half-time basis; (2) have an academic major in a field listed under “duties”; (3) have a minimum cumulative (overall) GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0; and (4) be in good academic standing.
Eligible applicants may qualify for grades based on education, experience, or a combination of education and experience. Education and experience requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
Education:
CG-04: Completion of 2 full academic years of post-high school study or an associate's degree.
CG-05: Completion of 4 academic years of post-high school leading to a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree.
Note: One full academic year of undergraduate is 30 semester hours. One full academic year of graduate/vocational/trades/technical/high school education is the number of credit hours determined by the college/university/school. A certificate program must be a 1 year academic program if attending at a full-time status.
Additional information
If selected, you may be required to serve a trial period.
Applicants must submit official transcripts if selected for a position.
All selectees must sign a Pathways Participant Agreement.
This position may or may not confer non-competitive conversion eligibility.
To be eligible for conversion to the competitive service, you must complete 640 hours of work experience (up to 320 hours may be waived based on successful performance in the position and a 3.45 overall GPA); meet the OPM qualification standards for the target position; and meet the requirements of the FDIC Pathways Agreement.
Service in the Pathways Internship Program confers no right to further employment.
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.
Your resume and the online assessment questionnaire will be reviewed, to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements outlined in this announcement. Therefore, it is imperative that your resume contain sufficiently detailed information upon which to make the qualification determination. Please ensure that your resume contains specific information such as position titles, beginning and ending dates of employment for each position, average number of hours worked per week, and if the position is/was in the Federal government, you should provide the position series and grade level. To preview questions please click here.
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.
EDUCATION DOCUMENTS: If you are using education to meet all or part of the qualification requirements, submit a copy of your college transcript (an unofficial transcript is acceptable) or proof of enrollment. Education must be from accredited institutions. For a listing of accredited educational institutions, click here. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.
Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program. For more information, click here.
INTERAGENCY TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): If you are a displaced or surplus FDIC or Federal employee eligible for consideration under the ICTAP, you must submit proof of eligibility. For more information, click here.
SPECIAL APPOINTING AUTHORITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: If you are applying for consideration under special appointing authorities for people with disabilities, you will be required to provide proof of disability documentation to specify that you are a person who (1) has a physical impairment or mental impairment (psychiatric disability) that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities. Major life activities definition can be found at:click here. The documentation does NOT need to detail your specific disability, medical history or need for accommodation.However, the letter should clearly state that you are eligible for appointment under this authority. THE DOCUMENTATION MUST HAVE BEEN OBTAINED FROM: (a). Licensed medical and professionals: or (b). State or private vocational rehabilitation specialist; or (c). Any Government agency (e.g. VA, etc.) that issues or provides disability benefit. To view sample Schedule A proof of disability letters click here. For more information on this special appointing authority, click here.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are claiming veterans' preference, click here. (Note: Veterans should submit the Member 4 copy of the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty - or other copy showing the type of discharge/character of service [e.g., Honorable, Under Honorable Conditions, etc.] along with any other required documents.)
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
To begin, click the "Apply" button and follow the prompts. If you haven't already, register and establish a USAJOBS account. After you register online, click the "Apply" button to complete the online assessment questionnaire, and submit all required documents. Please be sure to click "Submit Application" to complete the application process.
You must apply online. Applicants requesting an exception from the online process must contact the Human Resources Specialist or contact point listed in this announcement prior to 12:00 noon local time on the closing date.
To return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the "Position Title," and then select "Update Application" to continue.
You have until 11:59 p.m. EST (Eastern Standard Time) on the closing date of this announcement to complete the application process.
Please ensure you have completed the application process by verifying the status of your application on-line to reflect: "Application Received". Failure to complete the application process will result in an incomplete application and not being considered for the position.
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Office of Inspector General
3501 Fairfax Drive
OIG-HRB
Arlington, VA 22226
US
Next steps
You may check the status of your application on-line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through USAJOBS by signing in and selecting "Application Status." Thank you for your interest in working for the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
EDUCATION DOCUMENTS: If you are using education to meet all or part of the qualification requirements, submit a copy of your college transcript (an unofficial transcript is acceptable) or proof of enrollment. Education must be from accredited institutions. For a listing of accredited educational institutions, click here. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.
Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program. For more information, click here.
INTERAGENCY TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (ICTAP): If you are a displaced or surplus FDIC or Federal employee eligible for consideration under the ICTAP, you must submit proof of eligibility. For more information, click here.
SPECIAL APPOINTING AUTHORITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: If you are applying for consideration under special appointing authorities for people with disabilities, you will be required to provide proof of disability documentation to specify that you are a person who (1) has a physical impairment or mental impairment (psychiatric disability) that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities. Major life activities definition can be found at:click here. The documentation does NOT need to detail your specific disability, medical history or need for accommodation.However, the letter should clearly state that you are eligible for appointment under this authority. THE DOCUMENTATION MUST HAVE BEEN OBTAINED FROM: (a). Licensed medical and professionals: or (b). State or private vocational rehabilitation specialist; or (c). Any Government agency (e.g. VA, etc.) that issues or provides disability benefit. To view sample Schedule A proof of disability letters click here. For more information on this special appointing authority, click here.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are claiming veterans' preference, click here. (Note: Veterans should submit the Member 4 copy of the DD 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty - or other copy showing the type of discharge/character of service [e.g., Honorable, Under Honorable Conditions, etc.] along with any other required documents.)
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
To begin, click the "Apply" button and follow the prompts. If you haven't already, register and establish a USAJOBS account. After you register online, click the "Apply" button to complete the online assessment questionnaire, and submit all required documents. Please be sure to click "Submit Application" to complete the application process.
You must apply online. Applicants requesting an exception from the online process must contact the Human Resources Specialist or contact point listed in this announcement prior to 12:00 noon local time on the closing date.
To return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account and click on "Application Status." Click on the "Position Title," and then select "Update Application" to continue.
You have until 11:59 p.m. EST (Eastern Standard Time) on the closing date of this announcement to complete the application process.
Please ensure you have completed the application process by verifying the status of your application on-line to reflect: "Application Received". Failure to complete the application process will result in an incomplete application and not being considered for the position.
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Office of Inspector General
3501 Fairfax Drive
OIG-HRB
Arlington, VA 22226
US
Next steps
You may check the status of your application on-line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through USAJOBS by signing in and selecting "Application Status." Thank you for your interest in working for the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
