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).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.)
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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.
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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.
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STEP 10

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