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Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Become a PMF

Application Process

How to Apply

The PMF Program solicits applicants annually via an announcement on USAJOBS (www.usajobs.gov) and as a link on this website. The announcement will include detailed instructions on how to apply. Below are 10 steps summarizing the application process for applicants to the PMF Class of 2013. Please review the entire "Become a PMF" section for additional information on the application process, system and browser requirements, and FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions).

STEP 1
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Prepare Before You Start
You may want to print these steps and the announcement on USAJOBS as a reference. You will be required to submit your resume and transcript as part of your application. NOTE: You should allow a minimum of 3 hours to complete the entire application (to include the questions, submitting documents, completing the on-line assessment, completing the required essays, reviewing and submission).

STEP 2
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Applying for the PMF Program
From USAJOBS (www.usajobs.gov), enter "Presidential Management Fellows" as the keywords to search for the announcement. Follow the instructions on how to apply.

STEP 3
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Check System Requirements
Check your system prior to starting your application to ensure you meet the specified requirements. Various system requirements can be found under the Application Process.

STEP 4
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Begin the Application
Follow the instructions to create a user account and complete your application. Have your documents ready for submission.

STEP 5
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Submit Veterans' Preference Documents (if applicable)
If claiming veterans' preference, follow the instructions during the application. Additional information can be found under veterans' preference.

STEP 6
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Submit Other Documentation
All applicants must submit a resume and a transcript. Follow the instructions to submit the appropriate document with the corresponding document type of file. Applicants requesting a reasonable accommodation for either part of the assessment process will also need to submit supporting documentation.

 STEP 7
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Complete the On-line Assessment
During the application, follow the instructions to take you to the on-line assessment. This will take approximately 1-2 hours and should be completed in its entirety at one time. Once you complete your on-line assessment, you will need to return to the application where you will answer the essay questions and complete your application. (If the session timed out, you may need to log back in.)

STEP 8
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Certify and Submit Application
Before you certify your responses and submit your completed application prior to the closing, you should review the "Become a PMF" section of this website and the full announcement to ensure all steps have been followed.

STEP 9
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Application Review
Once you submit your application, you will be able to review your completed application (with the exception of the on-line assessment). You may go back and make changes to any items, other than the on-line assessment, prior to the closing date of the announcement. Be sure to certify and submit if you make any changes.

STEP 10
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Check Application Status
Log back into your application account to check your status.

* NOTE: The following restrictions apply to files submitted during the application process (e.g., resume, transcript, and supporting documents for claiming veterans' preference and/or requesting reasonable accommodations):

  • File format must be in gif image (.gif), jpeg image (.jpg), png image (.png), rich text format (.rtf), Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx), Adobe pdf (.pdf), or Word Perfect (.wpd)
  • File size must not exceed 3MB (megabytes) per file
  • Applicants should separate each document type and not combined into one file
  • File must not include macros or scripts of any kind
  • All submitted files are scanned for viruses before full acceptance

UPDATED: 11-26-2012