We are looking for those outstanding students who are goal oriented and committed to personal excellence and who have: strong leadership potential; excellent communication skills; strong analytical abilities; and good organizational skills. If you have these traits and are interested in obtaining quality professional experience, please consider the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS).

DFAS is an agency created with an eye to the future. Our name characterizes the organization-- we are a Department of Defense agency, our business is Finance and Accounting, and we provide Service to the Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps and other Defense agencies.

DFAS is the world's largest finance and accounting operation. We process a monthly average of 9.8 million payments for Department of Defense personnel (military and civilian); 1.2 million commercial invoices; 450,000 travel vouchers/settlements; 500,000 savings bonds issuances; and 122,000 transportation bills of lading. Our monthly disbursements total approximately $24 billion.

We are an international organization. Our corporate office is located in Arlington, Virginia. Additionally, we have 25 field offices located throughout the United States, Germany and Japan. DFAS provides a progressive and professional work environment at all locations.

A diverse talent base of approximately 17,000 professional, technical and administrative staff provides efficient service for our customers. We have a variety of interesting career options. Those key to our mission include: accounting; financial analysis; auditing; and computer technology.

DFAS has a Student Career Experience Program (SCEP) for college students interested in pursuing a career in financial management or information technology. It provides paid professional practice experience for college students who are pursuing a four-year college degree. Students who are attending school on at least a half time basis, may opt for full-time, part-time, or summer work schedules. Location availability varies. Participation in SCEP could lead to a rewarding professional career with DFAS after completion of degree requirements.

For more information, please contact us: Defense Finance and Accounting Service, 1931 Jefferson Davis Hwy, CM3 (HB/AR-D. Howard), Arlington, Virginia 22240-5291. We accept resumes on an open and continuous basis. Also, you may visit our web site at www.dfas.mil to learn more about our organization. Your e-mail inquiries may be sent to: donna.howard@dfas.mil.