2026 College Summer Intern (Department of Finance) at City Of Atlanta Careers

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Records Management, Administrative Practices, Office Practices, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Financial Reporting, Project Management, Analytical Skills, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Time Management, Presentation Skills, Written Communication

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Posting Expires: When Filled. Hourly Rate: $18.00/hr The Finance Intern is a currently enrolled college or university student participating in a valuable learning experience within the City of Atlanta Department of Finance. The intern will rotate through two of the following offices: Controller, Revenue, Treasury, Debt & Investments, Enterprise Risk Management, and Budget & Fiscal Policy. Primary responsibilities include running financial reports, data entry, and undertaking special projects as assigned by finance staff. Given the learning nature of the position, assignments will be tailored to the incumbent's skills and interests. Supervision Received: Management level staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Undertake assigned roles and accounting/finance projects within the internship timeline. Take ownership of specified daily/weekly responsibilities. Receive, review, route, and/or process various forms, requests, reports, files, records, and documents. Execute special projects in finance/accounting and business administration based on skills and career interests. The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization. Knowledge Skills and Abilities: This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list. Knowledge of records management, administrative and office practices, policies, and procedures. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with various stakeholders involved in city activities. Ability to administer operations, plans, and objectives for the expediency and effectiveness of specific city duties. Minimum Qualifications: Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree relevant to the department. GPA of 3.0 or above. Basic ability in reading, writing, arithmetic, and following oral and written instructions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint). Strong presentation and communication skills. Physical Requirements: The position involves a physically comfortable office environment with no major sources of discomfort. The intern must be able to sit for extended periods and lift up-to 25-30lbs.

Responsibilities

The intern will rotate through various finance offices and undertake assigned roles and projects. Responsibilities include running financial reports, data entry, and executing special projects based on skills and interests.