GENERAL STUDENT TRAINEE (FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT)

Apply to participate in NRO's Dr. Chris Scolese Summer Internship Program today! We're actively seeking motivated highly qualified candidates in the Financial Management Career Field. The NRO Summer Internship Program provides students pursuing education with paid opportunities to work at the NRO and explore career paths related to their academic field of study or career interest. Interns will receive training and guidance to prepare them to support NRO projects and initiatives. This is a temporary position • JUNE 2027 NTE AUGUST 2027. As a GENERAL STUDENT TRAINEE (FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT) you will be responsible for the following duties: Budget Formulation • forecasting budget needs for future years by planning/balancing limited resources Budget Execution • day-to-day budget actions/reporting and contractor performance analysis Fiscal Law & Policy • Execute budgets within legal parameters and policy; unique to federal government Financial Systems • learn/leverage available systems/databases to perform analysis supporting decisions related to budget Preferred qualifications include: Strong oral and written communication skills. Good organization and planning skills and be able to demonstrate effective project coordination and implementation based on past work or school experiences. Possess deductive reasoning skills and be able to analyze and synthesize information for problem-solving. To qualify at the GG-06 level, you must meet the criteria specified below: Undergraduates must have a completed a minimum of 24 credit hours at the time of application. Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at time of application. A GPA of 3.0 must be maintained throughout the duration of the program; and Maintain a full-time student status (as defined by your university or college). To qualify at the GG-07 level, you must meet the criteria specified below: Completion of a conferred bachelor's or equivalent degree. and Enrolled as full-time student in a graduate program for Fall 2027; and Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at time of application. A GPA of 3.0 or higher must be maintained throughout the duration of the program; and Maintain a full-time student status (as defined by your university or college). To qualify at the GG-09 level, you must meet the criteria specified below: Completion of a Graduate degree or equivalent degree; and Enrolled as full-time student in a graduate program for Fall 2027; and Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher at time of application. A GPA of 3.0 or higher must be maintained throughout the duration of the program; and Maintain a full-time student status (as defined by your university or college). Summer interns are full-time employees on a temporary appointment for the period of 10 weeks between June and August. With a successful evaluation at the end of the summer, there may be an opportunity to return during subsequent summers based on mission requirements, continued eligibility, and the student's availability. All applicants must submit college or university unofficial transcripts as proof of enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program, current enrollment in a full-time course load and to confirm GPA requirements. See below for further instructions on transcripts. PLEASE NOTE • This is not a developmental career ladder opportunity • this position will be filled at the GG-06, GG-07 or GG-09 level depending on applicant educational level. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: Communication: Written and oral communication techniques sufficient to develop and deliver briefings, project papers, status/staff reports and correspondence to managers to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations. Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations. Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals. Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems; uses sound reasoning to arrive at conclusions; finds alternative solutions to complex problems; distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical judgments. Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Ability to research, analyze and present information. Be available, and geographically located near Chantilly, Virginia for the 10-week summer program from June • August. All applicants must submit college or university unofficial transcripts as proof of enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program, current enrollment in a full-time course load, and to confirm GPA requirement. Official Transcripts and other required Official supporting documentation must be submitted by selected students prior to their start date. Undergraduates must have a completed a minimum of 24 credit hours at the time of application. 1st year Graduate Students must submit their transcript from their previous undergraduate program to show they meet the GPA requirement. Transfer Students must submit their transcript from their previous institution if their GPA is not included on the unofficial transcript from their current institution. Superior Academic Achievement does not apply to DCIPS positions. If substituting education for experience, transcripts MUST be provided. Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position. Foreign Education: For further information, click on the following link: FOREIGN EDUCATION