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This position is in DFC's Office of Inspector General (OIG), located in Washington, DC. The OIG's mission is to prevent, detect, and deter fraud, waste, and abuse in DFC's programs and operations. To do this, the OIG conducts and supervises audits, investigations, inspections, and evaluations of DFC's investments, projects, systems, employees, and contractors. Our work is designed to promote the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of DFC's programs and operations. The OIG makes recommendations to improve DFC's programs and operations and keeps Congress and the DFC Board of Directors fully and promptly informed of problems and deficiencies in DFC's programs and operations.

The selected intern will perform the following duties:

  • Performs legal research and assists in the preparation of legal opinions for OIG attorneys on a variety of legal issues in all areas of responsibility of the Office of General Counsel.
  • Prepares or assists in preparing legal documents and a variety of reports with minimal guidance. Proofreads and comments on documents prepared by other OIG personnel.
  • Under the general supervision and review of an OIG attorney, provides legal advice to OIG personnel regarding OIG investigations, audits, and other matters.
  • Assists the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Officer in receiving, tracking, and answering all FOIA requests.

Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Must submit resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
  • Suitability for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation
  • Will be required to serve on a trial period during the duration of the Pathways appointment.
  • If you are selected, a written Pathways participant agreement must be signed.
  • You must submit transcripts and proof of enrollment--see Required Documents.
  • Must be a current student in college, trade school or other qualifying educational institution.

Qualifications:

You may qualify at the GS-07 level, if you fulfill one of the following qualification requirements:
A. Completion of a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree in a field of study that demonstrates the competencies required by this position with either (1) a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 based on a 4.0 scale; (2) a 3.5 GPA based on a 4.0 scale for all required courses completed in a qualifying major field of study at either the time of application or during the last two years of your undergraduate curriculum; (3) class standing of upper third of the graduating class in the college, university, or a major subdivision of the college; or, (4) membership in a National Scholastic Honor Society certified by the Association of College Honor Societies, excluding freshman honor societies;

OR

B. One full year of graduate level education toward a law degree in an accredited or pre-accredited college or university. The education must demonstrate the competencies necessary to do the work of the position;

Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show 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; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

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.