PATHWAYS INTERN STUDENT TRAINEE (LEGAL)

The General Service Administration (GSA), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Office of Counsel (JC), seeks rising law students to serve as an Intern. You will perform duties and gain knowledge in areas specific of the OIG Counsel's Office to include: government contracting and procurement; fiscal law; civil and criminal investigations; False Claims Act; employment law; ethics; administrative subpoenas; and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) matters. Typical duties may include any of the following: Performs legal research in support of mission Reviews subpoenas for legal compliance. Briefs senior officials orally and in writing on projects assigned. Tracks and inputs legal documents using a case management system; and Writes or assists in drafting legal memoranda.

If selected, you must meet the following conditions: Register with the Selective Service, if you are a male born after 12/31/1959 Provide an up-to-date official transcript prior to entry on duty, for verification of course completion, academic standing, and proof of continued academic enrollment. Have completed at least one year of law school by the summer intern program start date. Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 1 investigation level). Have your identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA OIG 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. Serve in a trial period for the entire duration of the internship appointment. Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position. Signed participant agreement is required for employment under this Program. Work full-time for a period of at least 8 weeks but no more than 10 weeks. This block of time must take place between May 2026 through September 2026.

If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://www.ed.gov/about/initiatives/international-affairs/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications

We will assess your application to make sure you: are eligible to apply, e.g., a current student enrolled at least half-time in an accredited law (J.D.) program at an American Bar Association (ABA) law school in good academic standing; and meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements, which are described in the Qualifications section. If you meet the criteria above, you will be referred to the selecting official. Additional hurdle assessments, including narrative responses and/or structured interviews, may be administered to applicants who meet the requirements of the first hurdle, e.g., the minimum qualification requirements. You will be evaluated on narrative and/or interview responses, which will measure your possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities: Knowledge of legal terminology, research techniques and legal concepts. knowledge of legal reference material, such as reference systems, directives, issuances, regulations, executive orders, precedential decisions, court decisions. Knowledge, skill, and ability to use computer programs such as Microsoft Office products, email, and other electronic software and systems. We will verify your answers to the questions in your resume. If your resume does not substantiate the experience reflected in your responses, you may be deemed ineligible. Among qualified applicants, veterans will receive selection priority over non-veterans. You may preview questions for this vacancy.

Internship will be full-time for a period of at least 8 weeks but no more than 10 weeks. This block of time must take place between May 2026 through September 2026. Bargaining Unit status: This position is ineligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit. Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility. This position is full-time in the office. In rare instances, situational telework may be approved on a case-by-case basis. Applicants are encouraged to make their resume searchable in their USAJOBS.gov profile. This will allow Federal hiring specialists and hiring managers across agencies to find their resume as part of agency recruitment campaigns or staffing searches. 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 OIG HR point of contact listed on this vacancy announcement. Additional vacancies may be filled through this announcement in this or other GSA organizations within the same commuting area as needed; through other means; or not at all. For information on temporary and term appointments go to USAJOBS Help Center - Appointments.

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. Resumes exceeding two pages will not be accepted by USAJOBS and will prevent your application from moving forward in the hiring process. Please see Required Documents for additional details. 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 [email protected] 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 Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.

ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit. Your resume should not exceed 2 pages and must demonstrate the specialized experience related to the position for which you are applying. Resumes exceeding two pages will not be accepted by USAJOBS and will prevent your application from moving forward in the hiring process. Your resume must contain the following information: Name, address, telephone number, email address; Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade); Relevant work experience—should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week (if part time) and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement. Education, certifications or licensures—If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts. Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet the basic, general, or specialized experience requirements for each grade level you are applying. This information must be clearly identified in your resume. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible. 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. Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50. If you are claiming 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). College Transcripts: You must provide college transcripts that show you are currently enrolled at least half-time in an accredited law (J.D.) program at an American Bar Association (ABA) law school in Good academic standing as determined by the educational institution, but typically a Grade Point Average of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. 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. Superior Academic Achievement: If qualifying for the GS-7 level based on Superior Academic Achievement, you must also submit one of the following: undergraduate transcripts reflecting your qualifying GPA; or poof of honor society membership; or proof of your class rank Cover Letter: Optional, but strongly recommended.