Student Trainee Management and Program Analyst

Summary

The Department of Energy (DOE) is looking for motivated, forward-thinking individuals to join our Power Up Program. This internship gives you hands-on work experience, direct mentorship, and professional networking opportunities within the federal government. This internship is located in the Office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF).

Duties

Join DOE's Power Up program and kickstart your federal career! This program is designed to offer exciting early-career opportunities for upcoming professionals ready to make an impact in the Federal government. As a participant, you will be paired with an on-the-job mentor whose guidance is tailored specifically to your career path-whether you are entering a technical specialty or an administrative/professional role. In this program, mentoring goes far beyond basic job training. Your mentor will serve as a trusted guide, helping you build confidence, develop professional skills, and learn how to navigate and thrive within a structured, mission-driven environment. The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) supports high-impact energy and manufacturing initiatives that advance U.S. energy security, affordability, grid reliability, and national competitiveness. EDF works closely with private-sector partners, other federal agencies, and key stakeholders to finance projects that strengthen America's energy foundation and support emerging technologies. As an EDF intern, you will gain unparalleled professional development by engaging in large-scale loan evaluations for innovative energy projects, building expertise in financial modeling, due diligence, and credit risk analysis. This opportunity provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the national good by directly supporting the revitalization and innovation of the U.S. energy industry, enabling the deployment of energy technologies and fostering American economic prosperity. EDF interns may participate in research, analysis, and program support across these focus areas, gaining exposure to federal energy finance, public-private partnerships, and cross-agency collaboration. As a Power Up Intern in the Office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF), you will support our daily mission goals. EDF's work includes: Energy generation and grid reliability projects Innovative energy technology initiatives Manufacturing and advanced transportation projects Tribal energy investment and partnership projects CO2 transportation and infrastructure projects Energy solutions that support U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies For more information, visit Energy Dominance Financing Program | Department of Energy. Qualifications

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements within 9 months of the closing date (11/12/2026) of this announcement. BELOW ARE THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE GS-3: Completion of 1 full academic year of post-high school study. BELOW ARE THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE GS-4: Completion of 2 full academic years of post-high school study or an associate's degree. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Experience may include paid or unpaid work, including internships, volunteer service, student leadership, military service, apprenticeships, or other relevant activities. Resumes must clearly describe duties, dates, and hours worked per week.

Education

Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet Minimum Qualifications, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program, or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. Failure to provide such documentation with your application will result in lost consideration. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. How You Will Be Evaluated

We will evaluate your application using the Unrated Method. This means there is no numerical test or score. We will review your resume and transcripts to see if you meet the minimum qualifications for this grade and series. If you qualify for Veterans' Preference, you will be placed at the top of the referral list in your preference category (such as 10-point or 5-point preference) ahead of non-veterans. OPM Merit Hiring Plan Essay Questions (Optional to Complete): To support fair and open merit hiring, you will have the opportunity to answer four short essay questions during the application process. These questions cover: Constitution Efficiency Executive Orders Work Ethic If you choose to answer them, your responses must be written entirely in your own words. Using artificial intelligence (AI) writing tools or external consultants is strictly prohibited. Your responses cannot exceed 200 words per question. These essays will not be scored, will not affect your qualifications, and will not disqualify you if you choose to skip them (you can select "decline to respond" in the system). Resume review: HR Specialists will review your resume to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the specialized experience. Resumes submitted for Federal positions may not exceed two pages. Be sure you address the specialized experience within the two-page resume limit. HR will not review additional information beyond your resume (e.g., cover letter, links embedded in your resume). Applicants passing the resume review will move on to the next phase of the assessment process.Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses you provided in your online questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible' or 'not qualified'. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Computer Skills Manages and Organizes Information Problem Solving Writing To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, clickhttps://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13101641 Benefits

Your benefits depend on how long your internship is scheduled to last: Internships lasting 12 months or more: You are eligible for full federal benefits, including health insurance (FEHB), life insurance, retirement, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAFEDS), and long-term care insurance (FLTCIP). Internships lasting 90 days to 12 months: You are eligible to earn paid annual (vacation) leave and sick leave. You are not eligible for retirement or life insurance. Internships lasting less than 90 days: You do not earn paid leave or receive federal retirement benefits. Other Information

We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE. We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: www.opm.gov/telework/ EEO Policy: www.energy.gov/justice/eeo-complaint-process Reasonable Accommodation Policy: www.energy.gov/hc/department-energy-reasonable-accommodation-program Veterans Information: https://help.usajobs.gov/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/veterans Selective Service Registration: http://www.sss.gov/ Relocation expenses/incentives will NOT be paid. Recruitment incentives will NOT be paid. Advance in Hire (Superior Qualifications) will NOT be offered. Creditable Service will NOT be offered. Student Loan Repayment will NOT be offered. This position is Nonexempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This appointment may be extended depending on the organization's needs and funding. Salary will be determined based on the duty location after selection. Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination. Management has the prerogative to select at any grade level. The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged noncompliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and submitting it to the Administrative Investigations Program at [email protected]. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, non-career SES, or Presidential appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.