ACCOUNTING INTERN

This position is part of DFAS's Pathways Program, for current students/individuals accepted for enrollment in a qualifying educational program in an accredited institution, full or half-time basis. This is a PAID summer internship, running May - August. Applicants who indicate they meet the minimum qualifications will receive an email from assessments@USAHire.opm.gov to complete online assessments. Check your "Spam"/"Junk" folders.

Location: Texarkana, TX (DFAS - Texarkana). Salary: $17.82 - $22.68 per hour (GS 4). Open: 09/21/2026 to 11/02/2026. Announcement number TX-13058047-26.

Duties

• Serve as an Intern in the DFAS Internship Program performing a variety of assignments involving the practical application of financial principles, procedures, processes and regulations.
• Receive, review, and verify the validity and completeness of the appropriation, accounting or financial data, including disbursements and collections.
• Enter data into financial systems and corrects invalid or incorrect entries.
• Verify, balance, and reconcile detailed supporting documentation with listings, automated records, and/or reports.
• Assist in the preparation of recurring and special reports.

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S Citizen.
• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment.
• Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959).
• Suitable for Federal employment.
• Obtain/Maintain Financial Management Certification.
• Enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a full-time or half-time student.
• Must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Must maintain student eligibility for the duration of internship.

Qualifications

Enrolled or formally accepted for enrollment as a full-time or half-time student into an accredited college or university in a qualifying degree-seeking program, or enrolled or formally accepted for enrollment in a qualifying certificate program. Students must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale at time of application and must maintain at least a 2.5 GPA throughout the entire Pathways Student Trainee Internship appointment. Applicants MUST submit a transcript or proof of enrollment with the online application.

If you are graduating from your current academic program prior to September 2027 you will not be eligible for this student appointment unless you are accepted for enrollment at a qualifying educational institution seeking an ADDITIONAL qualifying degree, diploma, certificate, etc., OR an advanced degree.

The following are preferred degree categories:

• Accounting
• Business Administration with Accounting Concentration
• Masters of Business Administration with Accounting Concentration
• Masters of Accountancy

In addition, applicants must meet one of the following minimum qualifications: A. Two years of successfully completed education (by the end of the Spring 2027 term) above the high school level in any field; OR B. One year of generalized experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position (progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work). Volunteer experience is credited.

Program completion and conversion eligibility

Upon successful completion of their academic program and the internship program, interns may be converted to a term or permanent position in the competitive service consistent with agency needs, academic achievement, and demonstrated potential. Conversion potential is up to the GS-9 full performance level.

Additional information

• This internship opportunity will not start until May 2027 or later.
• Individuals selected will work a full-time work schedule for at least eight weeks between the months of May through August. Upon completion of the summer internship period individuals will be placed on leave without pay (LWOP) until completion of their academic program or until they are returned to duty for another period of internship.
• This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Level 1 Certification under the DoD Financial Management (FM) Certification Program as a condition of employment.
• Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination.