Intern - State Budget Analyst

State of North Carolina

5d•$20•Hybrid

About The Position

The North Carolina Office of State Budget & Management (OSBM) delivers the highest quality budget development and management services for state government. Overseeing the state’s budget process is at the heart of much of what we do. OSBM is the primary fiscal advisor to the Governor and works across all branches of state government. Yet OSBM is much more. • Our team provides budget and policy analysis counsel to the Governor, state agencies, and state legislature. • We analyze economic and demographic data to inform decisions and maintain a balanced budget. • We provide state agencies with services to support stewardship of public resources and prudent decision-making. This includes tools to improve operational efficacy through data and evidence, such as strategic planning, performance management, and impact analysis. • And we support agencies’ financial control structures such as grants management, internal audits, and the oversight committee for retired state employees' health benefits. • Our office is also home to the state fraud hotline, where any citizen can report suspected misuse of public resources. Strengthen the Present. Shape the Future. INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY DETAILS Pay Rate: $20/HR Length: Starts on May 26, 2026, for 8 - 10 weeks Minimum hours: 32 hours/week Location: The intern will be expected to work in OSBM’s office in downtown Raleigh three days per week.

Requirements

Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively
Resourceful, curious, committed to public service
Ability to work well in teams and independently
Relevant work experience and/or significant coursework in public policy analysis, public budgeting, economics, accounting, and/or statistics
Current graduate or upper-year undergraduate student

Responsibilities

Analyze a variety of policy proposals and programs
Research policies and practices in other states
Write memos and white papers on a variety of topics
Create databases and datasets
Perform data and statistical analysis
Create dashboards
Work on cross-functional teams to advance the office’s strategic goals
Monitor bills and committee meetings during the legislative session

Benefits

OSBM: Is committed to investing in its team through ongoing training and professional development, including participation in statewide and national conferences focused on your career (auditing, budgeting, etc.) and knowledge-sharing.
Provides unique leadership and growth opportunities for motivated employees.
Offers a flexible, hybrid work environment that supports meaningful public service while promoting life-work harmony and the opportunity to enjoy North Carolina’s exceptional quality of life.

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