Apply now for an exciting opportunity at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). CFTC promotes the integrity, resilience, and vibrancy of the U.S. derivatives markets through sound regulation. Please visit www.cftc.gov. The CTFC is currently operating in a remote posture. If selected for this position, you will be required to report to a CFTC location for onboarding. Per Agency's policy, you may have to follow reporting procedures.    

Duties

The CFTC is currently hiring students studying economics under the Pathways Program.  The CFTC offers substantive work that gives interns an opportunity to demonstrate their skills through work experience.  Students will be assigned to work with CFTC staff members on projects and assignments that cover a broad range of the Commissions’ work.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as an advanced degree student.
• You must be registered for Selective Service if applicable (www.sss.gov).
• You must be suitable for federal employment.
• Must major in economics, finance, applied statistics, or mathematics.

Qualifications

Pathways Internship Program Qualifications:                                                                                                                                          Students must meet the qualifications requirements by May 31, 2024.  The Summer Program will begin Jun 5,2024 thru September 30, 2024.  Appointments are NOT TO EXCEED 90 days. Basic Education Requirements: Degree: Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position. To qualify for this position at the grade 07 level, applicants must meet the following: Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate level education by May 31,2024; or Eligibility under the Superior Academic Achievement Provision, as described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Operating Manual for Qualification Standards; and completion of a bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position as listed in the basic education requirements.   To qualify for this position at the grade 09 level, applicants must meet the following: Completion of 2 academic years of graduate level education, or a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree by May 31, 2024. Applicants must submit a copy of undergraduate and graduate transcripts; unofficial copies are accepted for the application package.  See the Required Documents section for more information. *If selected at the CT-07 level the full promotion potential is the CT-07.  If selected at the CT-09 level the full promotion potential is the CT-09.  Temporary positions do not have promotion potential. ***All requirements must be met by May 31, 2024. Final transcripts must be submitted prior to establishing an official start date*** ***All applications must be received via www.usajobs.gov***

Education

U.S. EDUCATION: Institutions located within the United States that have attained accreditation are listed on the U.S. Department of Education's website. To verify your institution's accreditation, please access this website: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, 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. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Commodity Futures Trading Commission CFTC Three Lafayette Centre 1155 21st Street, NW Washington, District of Columbia 20581 United States
• Name: Talent Management
• Phone: 202-418-5347
• Email: [email protected]