PTS College Intern, Finance

City of Santa Clarita•Santa Clarita, CA

About The Position

The City of Santa Clarita offers college students hands-on experience in local government operations, working alongside professional City staff. The Finance intern supports financial tasks such as journal entries, reconciliations, financial research, tracking, and analysis. The position is expected to average 20–30 hours per week, and the internship is expected to last approximately 6 to 12 months, though it may end earlier or be extended based on the division’s needs. The hourly salary is $20.86–$26.43 for undergraduates and $27.85–$33.42 for graduate-level interns. Applicants should be current undergraduate or graduate students, or recent graduates, in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

Requirements

Be a current undergraduate or graduate student, or a recent graduate, in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Have a general understanding of governmental organizations and municipal operations.
Have a general understanding of accounting concepts and financial analysis.
Demonstrate strong research techniques, survey methods, and data collection skills.
Have strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and changing priorities.
Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Be able to foster effective working relationships with staff at all levels and with the community.
Have strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, with the ability to learn financial systems.
Demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to reconcile financial data and produce accurate, complete work.
Be a reliable team player who can work independently and collaboratively.
Be able to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 pounds.