Presidential Management Fellowship FAQ

Hello GSPIAns!  Last week was our Presidential Management Fellows Program Session!

The PMF program is a two-year federal fellowship that typically leads to full time employment with the federal government.

As graduate student applicants, GSPIAns are eligible to enter service as a GS-9, 11, or 12 pay-grade with an average salary range from $51,630-$97,333 AND promotional potential of the GS-13 level during fellowship.

Benefits:

• Rotational opportunities within and outside your agency placement
• Senior-level mentor
• 80+ hours of leadership training
• Eligibility for full-term, non-competitive appointment after the end of the fellowship.

Eligibility:

• Graduate students obtaining a degree anywhere from September 2014 – August 2015.

Application Process:

• Opens for a brief two week period during Fall 2014.

Consists of:

• Online application (average time of 3 hours)
• Resume
• Transcripts AND Verification (See Career Services soon)
• Online Assessment
• Three Essays

Competitive applicants should demonstrate:

• Adaptability
• Accountability
• Interpersonal Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Written and Oral Communication Skills
• Motivation to Serve

After you Apply:

• Bring your application verification screen shot or email to Shannon or Emmy to be entered into a drawing to win a gift card!

Visit the Presidential Management Fellows website to prepare for your application! Start gathering your information today, don't wait until last minute!

Happy Wednesday!