Summer Intern: Finance Internship} (Job ID: 17-2026-03)
About The Position
The City of Independence is launching its inaugural Undergraduate Internship program for the Summer of 2026. The 2026 program will have opportunities available in different departments within the City's government. Interns will be actively engaged with duties related to their respective field of study and be given invaluable experience to assist them in their future career paths. Summer Internship opportunities are available to active undergraduate level students only. To be eligible for a summer internship, students must be actively enrolled at the undergraduate level as either a Junior or Senior in the Fall of 2026 semester, be graduating no earlier than December 2026 and have a cumulative GPA no lower than a 3.0. This internship is fully located in the office, and no remote work will be offered or considered. Depending on the department, there may be some supervised fieldwork in accordance with an internship. The 2026 Summer Internship will commence on Monday, June 1, 2026, and end on Thursday, July 30, 2026. The 2026 Summer Internship will be Monday – Thursdays, with Fridays as a standard off-day. There may be schedule flexibility depending on the scheduled days of the week pursuant to the department's projects and other assignments, however Interns will work four days per week. Selected Interns must be available for an in-person on-boarding process which will take place on the City of Independence campus on Friday, May 29, 2026. More information about this event will be distributed to selected candidates at the appropriate time. The City of Independence's Finance Department is seeking a summer intern to work under the general direction of the Finance Assistant Director and collaborate with other members of the department to support their daily mission.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools including Word, Excel and Outlook is required.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Actively enrolled at an accredited institution at the Undergraduate level as either a Junior or Senior in the Fall of 2026 semester and graduating no earlier than December 2026.
- Enrolled in coursework which is relevant to the Internship opportunity to which they are applying. Applicable majors include Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Management, International Business, Marketing, or a field closely related to this role.
- A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and have an average of B or above in the relevant field of study.
- Valid State of Ohio Driver's License is not required.
- Interns must be able to see, speak, and hear clearly.
- Interns will be required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms.
- Interns will be required to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds when necessary.
- This internship will composed of office/sedentary work.
- Interns must be capable of working in both an indoor and outdoor environment under standard Ohio weather conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant work experience in the field of the Internship is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support the daily operations of the city's finance and payroll functions under staff supervision
- Assist with data entry and verification related to payroll, employee hours, leave balances, and deductions
- Help maintain organized and accurate financial and payroll records in accordance with city policies and public records requirements
- Observe and assist with the payroll processing cycle, including preparation, review, and reconciliation
- Assist staff with basic accounting tasks, such as invoice tracking, accounts payable support, and general ledger review
- Help gather and organize documentation for audits, budget reviews, or financial reporting
- Assist in preparing spreadsheets, summaries, and reports using standard office software
- Respond to routine internal requests or questions related to finance or payroll, with guidance from department staff
- Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and financial information
- Learn and follow local, state, and federal regulations related to public finance and payroll
- Participate in department meetings, trainings, or professional development activities
- Gain exposure to municipal government operations, public accountability, and ethical standards in public service
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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