Student Trainee (Actuarial Science)
Agency
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Location
Woodlawn, Maryland, Maryland
Salary
$20 Per Hour
Summer Pathways Internship Not-To-Exceed 12 weeks
Full-time or Part-time
Open & closing dates
Posted: October 10, 2025
Closes: October 24, 2025 (9 days left)
Job Description
Interns are hired in several organizational components within CMS. For more information about organizational components in CMS, visit http://www.cms.gov/. As a Student Trainee (Actuarial Science), GS-1599-4, you will perform basic mathematical computations and prepare graphs and spreadsheets for cost estimates, health expenditure analyses and financial status evaluations. These operations may be complex because of the number of compilations to be made and their inter-relationships.
Qualifications
ALL PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT: To be eligible for the CMS Pathways - Summer Internship Program, an individual must be enrolled and seeking a degree (e.g., diploma, certificate, etc.) in a qualifying educational institution/program on a full or half-time basis for the current FALL 2025 semester. Additional proof of enrollment for the upcoming SPRING 2026 and SUMMER 2026 or FALL 2026 semester will be required before a final job offer can be extended. Click here for a definition of a qualifying education institution/program. - AND - Possess and maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on the unweighted 4.0 scale. GPA is based on current enrollment. GPA 2.95 is rounded to 3.0, and GPA 2.94 is rounded to 2.9. NOTE: Students enrolled in a school or college that utilizes a Pass/Fail grading system are required to submit an unofficial transcript, which must include the institution's legend that documents the Pass/Fail equivalency. TRANSCRIPTS or other applicable education documents (e.g., acceptance letter) are required at the time of application to verify program eligibility. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: GS-04: Completion of 2 full academic years of education above high school OR an Associate's or equivalent degree. Two full academic years post high school is defined as 60 credits for degrees that require a total of 120 semester hours or 90 quarter hours for degrees that require a total of 180 quarter hours. TRANSCRIPTS are required at the time of application to verify satisfactory completion of education as part of the program eligibility and qualification requirements. You must submit an unofficial transcript from your Institution attesting to your possession of the required education. All unofficial transcripts must include the following: current overall GPA, enrollment status, major, and the number of credits for each course. If you do not submit a transcript indicating your possession of the required education, you will not be considered for this position. If you are enrolled for the FALL 2025 semester and do not have a transcript (e.g., a graduating high school student who is enrolled for a bachelor's degree program for FALL 2025, in addition to your High School (or previous Degree) transcript, you MUST provide proof of acceptance or an enrollment letter from your Institution with your application. If you do not submit the required documentation, you will not be considered for this position. Click the following link to view the occupational questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12806927
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Resume showing relevant experience; cover letter optional. NOTE: As of September 27, 2025, federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. Your resume must indicate your citizenship and if you are registered for Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/59. Your resume must also list your work experience and education (if applicable) including the start and end dates (mm/yyyy). For work in the Federal service, you must include the series and grade level for the position(s). For resume and application tips visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include. 2. CMS Required Documents (e.g., SF-50, DD-214, SF-15, etc.). Supporting documents may be necessary to be considered for this vacancy announcement. Click here for a detailed description of the required supporting documents. Failure to provide the appropriate documentation WILL result in an ineligible rating OR non-consideration. 3. College Transcripts. Since this position requires specific education, you must submit a transcript attesting to your possession of the required education. You must submit an unofficial transcript at time of application. An official transcript is required if you are selected for the position. If selected, you must provide an original document before the final job offer may be extended. College Transcripts and Foreign Education: Applicants who have completed part or all of their education outside of the U.S. must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that the foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. For a listing of services that can perform this evaluation, visit the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services website. This list, which may not be all inclusive, is for informational purposes only and does not imply any endorsement of any specific agency. 4. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please click here to review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments.
Department Information
Agency
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department
Department of Health and Human Services
Location
Woodlawn, Maryland, Maryland, United States