DOJ Pathways Internship Program - Bureau of Prisons (Accounting)

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.Health and life insurance coverage for Federal employees depends on the type of appointment. Students hired under the Pathways Internship Program may be entitled to these benefits. If eligible, employees serving on temporary appointments will receive the same government contribution as full-time permanent employees. Temporary employees are not eligible for coverage under the Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance Program. Students hired under the Pathways Internship Program are generally ineligible for retirement coverage. Applicants hired under the Pathways Internship Program on appointments for 90 days or more are eligible to earn annual and sick leave. As provided in 5 U.S.C. 6303(b), employees whose appointments are limited to less than 90 days may be eligible for annual leave if they have previously served for a continuous period of 90 days under successive appointments.Eligibility RequirementsCurrent students pursuing a degree or certificate in a qualifying educational institution with an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher and maintaining at least a half time or full-time course load.Completion of four (4) academic years of post-high school leading to a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree.Documentation from the educational institution verifying current enrollment with at least a half time or full-time course load. This includes a Current Enrollment Verification Certificate, a statement of current enrollment, or an acceptance letter that verifies all required information.Credit for paid and unpaid experience may be given if the applicant shows the actual time spent in activities, such as hours worked per week.Eligibility for consideration is based on responses to the questions in the application.The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless a conditional offer has been made. An applicant may submit a complaint or any other information to the agency within 30 calendar days of alleged non-compliance by contacting the EEO Office at BOP-PRD-EEOOffice-S@bop.gov.After a conditional offer is received, all applicants must pass all screening requirements related to the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and a credit check.This position has a basic educational requirement. Individuals applying must be enrolled in a degree program directly related to the position. To be eligible for conversion into the competitive service, the incumbent must meet the degree requirements, as governed by the Office of Personnel Management, for this position.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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