The Office of Inspector General offers unpaid internships during the fall, summer, and spring semesters to college undergraduate and graduate students, subject to office space availability.
- Performed research of other federal financial organizations through surveys and analyzed their similarities and differences as they relate to the FCC.
- Sampled a variety of licensing transactions and analyzed whether or not they were in compliance with existing procedures.
- Performed telecommunications research on a variety of issues as they relate to the Office of Inspector General’s work plan.
- Wrote summaries of research findings.
- Assisted on Office’s semiannual reports to Congress.
- Analyzed data related to OIG’s current audit plan.
- Attended and participated in meetings and conferences.
- Computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, Internet research skills)
- Writing skills (memos, meeting minutes, letters)
- Communication skills (interviews, telephone inquiries, briefing)
- Organization skills (prioritizing assignments, formatting reports, creating graphic displays)
- Must be an undergraduate or graduate student
- Willing to work at least 20 hours per week
- Excellent opportunity to gain exposure to a number of areas involving the telecommunications industry.
- Fine opportunity to demonstrate personal initiative and skills in a casual and relaxed environment.
- Flexible schedule - school work is your first priority.
- Offers chance to explore topics and projects of personal interest with friendly and knowledgeable staff.
- Emphasis is on substantive work products rather than clerical work.
- Internship can be offered for academic credit, if approved by your school.
- Learn more about what an Inspector General's office does on our web site: www.fcc.gov/oig
- Please send a resume and cover letter (don’t forget to include your class schedule and daytime availability) to the contact listed below.
For information concerning Legal Internships please contact:
Federal Communications CommissionOffice of Inspector GeneralSharon Diskin45 L Street NEWashington, DC 20554Fax: (202) 418-2811E-mail: Sharon.Diskin@fcc.gov
For information concerning Audit Internships please contact:
Federal Communications CommissionOffice of Inspector GeneralSophila Jones45 L Street NEWashington, DC 20554Fax: (202) 418-2811E-mail: Sophila.Jones@fcc.gov
For information concerning All Other Internships please contact:
Federal Communications CommissionOffice of Inspector GeneralDiane Scott45 L Street NEWashington, DC 20554Fax: (202) 418-2811E-mail: Diane.Scott@fcc.gov