Intern – Fiscal Management and Project Support

NCTCOG•Arlington, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is seeking an Intern to support grant-related administrative processes for transportation projects by organizing files, recording metadata, completing data entry, creating documentation, and assessing outstanding actions. This position seeks a detail-oriented and process-minded student who can understand process workflows, organize documentation, and research discrepancies. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at www.nctcog.org/Careers. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing career objectives, as well as a current resume. Ideal candidates should attend school in the Dallas-Fort Worth region and be able to work at least 20 hours per week while attending school. NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired through a military service career.

Requirements

Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Good communication, both written and verbal, and interpersonal skills, with ability to listen to and follow instructions, coordinate with other team members, and present ideas
Detail oriented, highly organized, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing quality of work
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Must be attending an accredited college or university in a degree-seeking program during employment
Ability to work at least 20 hours per week while attending school

Nice To Haves

Attend school in the Dallas-Fort Worth region

Responsibilities

Scanning, uploading, and organizing electronic and physical files
Working with supervisor to track and update department subscriptions, memberships, travel acknowledgements, and travel credits
Drafting for supervisor review, communication to staff regarding payable closeouts and assisting supervisor with purchase order closeouts
Assisting supervisor with project-related financial reporting and analysis
Working with supervisor to process accounting transfers and corrections
Drafting for supervisor review, tables, charts, and process documentation
Assisting supervisor with paid invoice maintenance