We are looking for students to hire into the Pathways Intern Program working in the our Public Buildings Service (PBS). A component of GSA considered to be the landlord and real estate agent for the entire federal government. This program facilitates the college-to-career transition by providing opportunities focused on contracting and procurement.
Currently filling multiple vacancies in the following cities: Washington DC, Atlanta GA, Boston MA, Philadelphia, PA
Summary
We are looking for students to hire into the Pathways Intern Program working in the our Public Buildings Service (PBS). A component of GSA considered to be the landlord and real estate agent for the entire federal government. This program facilitates the college-to-career transition by providing opportunities focused on contracting and procurement.
Currently filling multiple vacancies in the following cities: Washington DC, Atlanta GA, Boston MA, Philadelphia, PA
Occasional travel - Occasional travel may be required.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Internships - The initial length of the job is one year but may become permanent.
Work schedule
Full-time - Full-time - Work full-time from approximately Monday, June 02, 2025 through Friday, August 08, 2025. Commit to working part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer to complete at least (480) hrs before graduating in May/June 2026
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
04 - If selected for a permanent position, full performance level of position is GS-12.
Who We Are Looking For:
1) Current juniors or graduates who have one full academic year remaining after June 2025
2) Have completed at least 2 full academic years (or associate degree) by June 30, 2025
3) Will be completing a bachelor's degree or higher between May/June 2026
4) Are able to work full-time from June 02, 2025 through August 08,
2025
5) Will commit to working part-time during the school year to complete all required hours before graduating in May/June 2026
The Contracting Trainee (1199 Series) is part of the Pathways Internship Program. If you become an intern, you will be expected to help with a range of tasks and will be afforded the opportunity to learn the scope and foundation of GSA/PBS acquisition responsibilities, assisting contract specialists and management with day-to-day operations. Examples of such tasks are:
Updates, revises, sorts, calculates, and manipulates data in spreadsheets to meet multiple report formats. Also, converts spreadsheets data into graphs, charts, PowerPoint presentations, etc.
Prepares Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents, performs data gathering, researches and performs basic analysis for designated topics incorporating contracting program information.
Consults with internal and external customers to keep them apprised of project status and issues, including business advice on routine contracting matters.
Maintenance of automated databases and/or documents.
We employ nearly 12,000 employees nationwide. Headquartered in Washington, DC, we have eleven regional offices located across the country.
US Citzenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or NonCareer SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
Register with the Selective Service, if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
Provide a copy of up-to-date transcripts (unofficial) at the end of each academic year, unless requested more frequently by the supervisor or Human Resources Office, for verification of enrollment and academic standing as proof of continuing eligibility for participation in the Intern Program.
Serve in a trial period for the entire duration of the internship appointment.
Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 1 investigation level).
Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. We will use the Department of Homeland Security’s e-Verify system for this. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of continued employment.
Signed participant agreement is required for employment under this Program.
Complete a bachelor's degree by May/June 2026.
Work full-time from approximately June 2, 2025 through August 8, 2025 (or an alternate large block of time of at least 10 weeks).
Commit to working part-time during the school year to complete the required hours before graduating in May/June 2026.
Qualifications
For each job on your resume, provide:
the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)
number of hours per week you worked (if part time).
If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.
For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here.
The GS-4 salary range varies based on location. Pay scales for each location can be viewed here.
If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.
To qualify, you must complete two full academic years of post-high school study or an associate's degree by June 30, 2025. One year of full-time undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours.
Bargaining Unit Status: This position is eligible for the bargaining unit.
If you apply to this position and are selected, we will not ask about your criminal history before you receive a conditional job offer. If you believe you were asked about your criminal history improperly, contact the agency or visit GSA's webpage.
If you are selected at a grade lower than the full performance level, you may be promoted up to that grade level without having to re-apply or compete against other applicants.
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.
Additional vacancies may be filled as needed from this announcement in this or other GSA Organizations within the same commuting area.
If you participate in our Pathways Intern program, you will be required to:
Receive formal training directly linked to your employment field in addition to soft skill training.
Complete a bachelor's degree or higher between May/June 2026.
Work full-time from approximately Monday, June 02, 2025 through Friday, August 08, 2025
The position will not start until June 02, 2025.
Commit to working part-time during the school year to complete the required hours before graduating in May/June 2026.
Provide a copy of up-to-date transcripts (unofficial) at the end of each academic year, unless requested more frequently by the supervisor or Human Resources Office, for verification of enrollment and academic standing as proof of continuing eligibility for participation in the Intern Program.
Pathways Program Completion and Conversion eligibility qualifications:
At management's discretion, Interns may be converted to a permanent position within 120 days of successful completion of the program.
To be eligible for conversion, Interns must:
Complete at least 480 hours of work experience acquired through the Internship Program;
Complete their degree or certificate requirements;
Meet the qualification standards for the position to which the Intern will be converted;
Meet agency-specific requirements as specified in the Participant's Agreement, and
Perform their job successfully.
GSA is not obligated to make an offer of permanent employment to you after you have completed the Program.
Diversity
GSA is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility that goes beyond our compliance with EEO regulations including:
Valuing and embracing diversity, promoting equity, inclusion and accessibility, and expecting cultural competence; and
Fostering a work environment where all employees, customers and stakeholders feel respected and valued.
Our commitment is:
Reflected in our policies, procedures and work environment;
Recognized by our employees, customers and stakeholders; and
Drives our efforts to recruit, attract, retain and engage the diverse workforce needed to achieve our mission.
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.
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules
Transit and child care subsidies
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term care insurance
Training and development
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.
We will use a method called Category Rating to assess your application. Here’s how it will work:
You will be scored on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Skill in analyzing, compiling, correlating and reconciling dates from a variety of sources.
Ability to navigate databases to input data.
Ability to review data and draw conclusions.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Your answers to the questions will be used to place you in one of the following categories and standard score ranges:
Best Qualified = Candidates scoring between 95 - 100
Well Qualified = Candidates scoring between 85 - 94
Qualified = Candidates scoring between 70 - 84
We will verify your answers to the questions in your resume. If your resume doesn’t support your answers, we may lower your score, which could place you in a lower category.
Within each category, veterans will receive selection priority over non-veterans.
Additional hurdle assessments, such as narrative responses or other assessments, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle, e.g., the minimum qualification requirements. If additional assessments are used, you will be provided with further instructions.
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.
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules
Transit and child care subsidies
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term care insurance
Training and development
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.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
Your resume showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.
If you areclaiming veterans preference: (a) Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows your type of discharge and the dates of your active duty service. (b) If you are claiming 10-point preference, submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214:(1) completed SF-15 form; and (2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).
If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
Pathways Eligibility Documentation: You must provide documentation that you are eligible for the intern program which shows you are accepted for enrollment by a qualifying educational institution which may include qualifying career or technical education programs and registered apprenticeship programs (e.g., Job Corps, Climate Corps, AmeriCorps, and Peace Corps). You may provide transcripts or the acceptance/enrollment letter. Your documentation must show a and b:
(a) Proof of continued enrollment - Such documentation may be a photocopy of a school transcript, official documentation of registration, tuition bill, or, if a new student, a copy of the acceptance or enrollment letter from the qualifying educational institution.
(b) Name of the qualifying educational institution
If you completed your education outside of the U.S., see Foreign Education information for guidance on what we can accept.
If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.
*YOUR TRANSCRIPTS MUST SHOW PROOF OF CURRENT AND FUTURE ENROLLMENT. FAILURE TO PROVIDE SCHOOL INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR APPLICATION NOT BEING CONSIDERED*
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.
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.
If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process).
Need Assistance?
Questions or issues completing an application and/or submitting documentation - contact mgshelp@monster.com or 1-866-656-6831 Monday-Friday 7AM - 7PM EST, except for Federal holidays
Specific questions on the position - contact the HR representative (Monday-Friday during normal business hours) listed on the announcement, prior to the application deadline
You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions.
Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration (GSA)
Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM)
1800 F Street NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20405
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
Your resume showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.
If you areclaiming veterans preference: (a) Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows your type of discharge and the dates of your active duty service. (b) If you are claiming 10-point preference, submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214:(1) completed SF-15 form; and (2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).
If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
Pathways Eligibility Documentation: You must provide documentation that you are eligible for the intern program which shows you are accepted for enrollment by a qualifying educational institution which may include qualifying career or technical education programs and registered apprenticeship programs (e.g., Job Corps, Climate Corps, AmeriCorps, and Peace Corps). You may provide transcripts or the acceptance/enrollment letter. Your documentation must show a and b:
(a) Proof of continued enrollment - Such documentation may be a photocopy of a school transcript, official documentation of registration, tuition bill, or, if a new student, a copy of the acceptance or enrollment letter from the qualifying educational institution.
(b) Name of the qualifying educational institution
If you completed your education outside of the U.S., see Foreign Education information for guidance on what we can accept.
If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.
*YOUR TRANSCRIPTS MUST SHOW PROOF OF CURRENT AND FUTURE ENROLLMENT. FAILURE TO PROVIDE SCHOOL INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR APPLICATION NOT BEING CONSIDERED*
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.
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job.
If you are having issues applying to this announcement, you should switch to a different browser, network or device. Note: Your firewall may block your transfer from USAJOBS to your GSA application.
To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer) or USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process).
Need Assistance?
Questions or issues completing an application and/or submitting documentation - contact mgshelp@monster.com or 1-866-656-6831 Monday-Friday 7AM - 7PM EST, except for Federal holidays
Specific questions on the position - contact the HR representative (Monday-Friday during normal business hours) listed on the announcement, prior to the application deadline
You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions.
Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration (GSA)
Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM)
1800 F Street NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20405
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your application status by logging into USAJOBS and clicking “Track this Application” on the Applicant Dashboard.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
