GAO STEM Interdisciplinary Graduate Intern
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As a GAO intern, you will learn how to conduct federal audits and program evaluations and how to apply that knowledge as part of a team. You will assist GAO analysts and specialists in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematical (including Computer Science) work in developing innovative analytical techniques in carrying out audits and evaluations, in planning and conducting in-depth reviews of federal programs, in collecting and analyzing appropriate data, and in presenting information (including developmental prototypes) both orally and in writing to diverse audiences. These internships are located in several organizations of the GAO that aim to meet Congress's growing need to understand the science and technology of the future.
Specific duties include:
- Completes well-defined assignments spanning functional areas designed to provide a broad experience in mathematics, data science, computer science, or statistics. Coordinates with higher-level professional staff, and receives on-the- job instruction/training.
- Participates in well-defined portions of the lifecycle of a data science prototype or analysis.
- Present information and prototypes in meetings with GAO and agency officials, as part of the team working on the project.
- Learn and use appropriate tools for assignments. Potential tools could include R, python, SQL, SAS, or STATA.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Interns at GAO are assigned a supervisor in their work unit that assigns day-to-day work responsibilities and provides regular feedback and professional support. Interns participate in training relevant to their work assignments and have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of GAOwide learning and development opportunities.
To qualify for the GS-7 level you MUST be enrolled in a graduate or equivalent degree seeking program majoring in: Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science or field directly related to the position; AND meet one of the following criteria:
- You must have completed between 18 to 35 semester hours or 27 to 53 quarter hours of graduate level education; OR
- You must possess a Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement
To qualify for the GS-9 level you MUST be enrolled in a graduate or equivalent degree seeking program majoring in: Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science or field directly related to the position; AND meet one of the following criteria:
- You must have completed 36 or more semester hours or 54 or more quarter hours of graduate level education; OR
- You must possess a Master's Degree or equivalent Graduate Degree.