Student Cooperative for Operations Central (PAID)

Description:

Are you currently enrolled in a college or graduate program and seeking a valuable opportunity while you study?
The U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General (USPS OIG) has an opportunity for you! The USPS OIG is seeking students enrolled in college/university programs to fill our Student Cooperative - (Paid) position in the Research and Insights Solution Center (RISC) located in Arlington, VA. Bring your skills and voice to our team!

Requirements:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

You must meet ALL of the minimum requirements.

• Students must be currently enrolled full or half-time in an accredited college or university. (MUST SUBMIT TRANSCRIPT STATING CURRENT ENROLLMENT STATUS, GPA AND IN GOOD STANDING-an unofficial transcript from the university is acceptable. May be required to produce an official transcript prior to receipt of a formal offer.)

AND

• Must be in academic good standing as defined by the accredited college or university, earning at least a 2.75 GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale.

AND

• Must be able to report to work year-round in the USPS OIG office. (Minimum one-year commitment)

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Background in business, data analytics, or technology and innovation.
• Familiarity with/experience using Microsoft Power BI.
• Proficiency in Jira Query Language (JQL) and scripting (e.g., Python or Groovy/ScriptRunner) is preferred.
• Knowledge of business administration and market analysis.
• Proficiency in SharePoint management.
• Experience with quantitative data analysis.
• Strong writing skills and experience in drafting and editing a variety of written products such as white papers, reports, newsletters, blogs, and brief articles.
• Experience conducting business, policy, or other research.
• Experience in creating presentations and other visual communication material.

EVALUATION FACTORS

Failure to demonstrate that you meet all of the evaluation factor requirements as listed below will result in a score of zero (0); an ineligible status, and you will not be referred for further consideration.

Include your major accomplishments relevant to the evaluation factors in your resume.

• Knowledge of business administration.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Demonstrated analytical ability and problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and in a team on a wide range of assignments/projects.
• Experience using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and/or data analytics software.

We're looking for a year-round, paid student cooperative. We want a team player who enjoys learning and able to work in our Arlington VA, headquarters office. We are looking for a high-energy student who is comfortable alternating between working independently and as part of a team.