Budget Analyst (TCF Intern) — Growth Path

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Budget Analyst - TCF Intern at the GS-07 level. The role includes supporting budget formulation and execution within the Technical Career Field, with a two-year development plan under a preceptor and formal training.

Eligibility includes time-in-grade and federal service considerations, with potential promotion to GS-11 upon meeting requirements. Work hours are standard, with duties involving budget analysis and reporting.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience: 1 year equivalent to GS-05 in the normal line of progression; includes budgeting, program data analysis, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Represent VA budget fields and provide training within the TCF program.
• Follow formal training plan for two years with supervision by a preceptor.
• Select preceptors through an annual application process based on technical expertise and facility readiness.
• Sign Mobility, Training, and Continued Service Agreements as required.
• Perform budget administration duties for activities funded by direct annual appropriations.
• Prepare summaries and budget data for requests and allocations.
• Assist in comparing current funding needs with prior year expenditures.

Skills

Accountability

Arithmetic/Mathematical Reasoning

Attention to Detail

Budget Administration

Communication

Control of Funds

Customer Service

Decision Making

Financial Management

Flexibility

Integrity/Honesty

Interpersonal Skills

Learning

Reasoning

Self-Management

Stress Tolerance

Teamwork

Technical Competence

Education

Graduate level education (1 year)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Budget Analyst - TCF Intern at the GS-07 level. The role includes supporting budget formulation and execution within the Technical Career Field, with a two-year development plan under a preceptor and formal training.

Eligibility includes time-in-grade and federal service considerations, with potential promotion to GS-11 upon meeting requirements. Work hours are standard, with duties involving budget analysis and reporting.