Become a PMF
Application Process
Applying is only the first
step
The PMF Program accepts applications annually. When the
application window opens, you will find an announcement on USAJOBS
(search for "Presidential Management Fellows" at www.USAJOBS.gov). We strongly encourage you to
review the entire Become A PMF section of this website,
including the Frequently
Asked Questions.
Applying to the Program is only the first step in becoming a
PMF. During the application process, you must take an on-line
assessment, submit a resume and transcript, and complete an
essay.
Top performing applicants will be selected as Finalists.
Finalists are eligible for appointment as a Fellow with a
participating agency.
For technical difficulty during the
application process, please select the "Help" link in the upper
right-hand corner (on the blue menu bar). You will be redirected to
the Application Help webpage.
System and Browser
Requirements
The browser requirements for
the systems used during the application and on-line assessment
process appear below. Please use the recommended browsers and
settings. To prevent inconsistencies and any technical problems,
applicants should refrain from using other browsers not
supported.
It is recommended that you clear your cache by deleting your
browser history under your Tools/Internet Options menu before
creating a user account and applying to the program.
In order for the application and on-line assessment to display
and function properly on your computer, you must:
- Use a broadband internet connection. Dial-up connections affect
the performance of the system and are not recommended.
- Use one of the following supported browsers:
- Google Chrome (recommended),
- Internet Explorer (IE) 10 and above, including Edge, or
- Mozilla Firefox.
- Enable JavaScript and Cookies.
- Disable Pop-up blockers.
The system requirements needed for the on-line assessment can
also be found in the Assessment Preparation
Guide.
Document File Types
Applies to documents (resume, transcript, and supporting files)
submitted during the application process:
- 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
- Upload each document in the respective section
- File must not include macros or scripts of any kind
Contact Information
During the application period, email is the best way to
communicate with the PMF Program Office. Therefore, please provide
a current email address in your application that you can access
throughout the application, assessment and selection processes.
Please consider using a third-party email provider instead of your
school or work email address. We recommend that you add the
following email addresses to your "safe" or "allowed email list"
and email address book: pmf@opm.gov, pmfapplication@opm.gov,
and no-reply@apply.pmf.gov.
NOTE: When an applicant creates their applicant
user account, an automated email is sent to the applicant to
validate their email address. The automated email comes from
no-reply@apply.pmf.gov.
When creating a User Account to apply to the PMF Program, please
ensure the email address you provide is current and accessible
throughout the application, assessment, and selection process.
Follow the instructions on the login screen if you have forgotten
your password.
During the application process, you will be prompted to enter
personal and contact information. Please avoid using dashes,
commas, and apostrophes in the name fields.
Visit the next section to view information on Application
Tips.
UPDATED: 12-02-2016