Finance/Accounting Intern: Business Services

Texas Department of Transportation • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Performs entry-level administrative or technical support work for the Financial & Business Services Branch of the Financial Management Division (FIN). Work involves performing a wide range of administrative, operational, technical and/or office support work for the division. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Requirements

• Must be a student in high school or other educational institution or accepted into a college, university or educational institution.
• Must be at least 16 years of age, a student currently enrolled in high school or any institution of higher education to include a trade/vocational school.
• Perform required technical skills using the following systems: Microsoft 365 (Teams, Planner, SharePoint, etc.), similar to Peoplesoft, Tableau etc.
• Communicate effectively
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
• Protect sensitive and confidential information
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Sitting - prolonged periods of time
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, etc. highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support assigned tasks and projects, ensuring timely and accurate completion in alignment with established deadlines.
• Participate in team meetings, check-ins, and training sessions to strengthen communication and collaboration skills.
• Assist in the coordination of division-wide events including town halls, workshops, and special events
• Provide administrative support such as scheduling meetings, organizing files, drafting announcements, surveys, newsletters, and communicating event updates.
• Represent the Financial Management Division by volunteering at on-site events.
• Attend and participate in FIN Internship related meetings and events.
• Update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training logs to ensure documentation reflects current practices.
• Support project coordination by tracking milestones, deadlines, and follow-up actions.
• Participate and present at divisional meetings, events, and team meetings.
• Help manage office equipment inventory (e.g., laptops, iPhones) by updating logs and preparing issuance checklists.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed