Job Summary

This is a paid internship opportunity under the Pathways Internship Program which provides students opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers. At the National Science Foundation, you not only get a great place to work but also have the chance to become part of cutting-edge innovation and discovery that is changing the world. You will gain real-life experiences while expanding the frontiers of Science.

Job Description

To qualify at the GS-05 you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-04 level in the federal service performing administrative or clerical activities in support of business operations. Examples of relevant experience includes: screening incoming correspondence, calls, and visitors; arranging meetings; creating, filing, and preparing travel authorizations and vouchers. OR have successfully completed four full years of education above high school level; OR have a combination of post-high school education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position. To qualify at the GS-06 you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level in the federal service performing administrative or operational assistance activities in support of business operations. Examples of relevant experience include: handling incoming correspondence, calls, and visitors to the office; managing the calendar; creating and maintaining office files; drafting and assembling outgoing material; and preparing travel authorizations. OR have a combination of graduate level education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position. To qualify at the GS-07 level you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-06 level in the federal service performing a variety of administrative, technical, and operational support functions to sustain business operations. Examples of relevant experience include: receiving, managing, and assigning visitors and correspondence; managing organizational calendars.; assisting in planning and arranging meetings, panels, and travel; serving as a timekeeper; preparing and ordering supplies and equipment, and monitoring budget and expenditures. OR possess one full year of graduate-level education. OR have a Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement (as evidenced by class standing in the upper third of the graduating class; 3.0-grade point average on a 4.0 scale for all academic work; grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale in the major field of study; or election to membership in a national honor scholastic society). OR have a combination of post-high school education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position. Experience refers to paid/unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) & other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, & skills & can provide valuable training/experience that translates directly to paid work. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.