This position, under the general supervision of the Finance Director and Deputy Finance Director, provides administrative and analytical support to the Finance Department. This position offers hands-on experience in public sector budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, and municipal operations. The intern will gain practical exposure to local government finance processes and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Assist with preparation and review of schedules, reconciliations, spreadsheets, journal entries and other tasks related to the City’s annual audit process.
- Assist with processes in Finance related to general ledger, accounts payable/receivable and other areas. Help reconcile financial statements and general ledger accounts.
- Assist in preparing financial reports, spreadsheets, and budget-related documents.
- Support audit preparation and documentation and utilize the City’s ERP system to process transactions and entries.
- Conduct basic financial research and data analysis and prepare summaries of research.
- Provide general administrative support to the Finance Department.
- Attend department meetings and assist with special projects as assigned.
- Must be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student for fall of 2026, earning a degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration or a similar field (upon selection, eligibility verification from the student’s academic advisor will be required).
- Applicants must have strong analytical skills and strong oral and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information.
- 18 years of age and a valid driver’s license at the time of hire.
- If selected, successful completion of a background check, drug screen, physical and functional capacity evaluation will be required.
Starting pay is $20/hr. Expected to work Monday through Friday - 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, approximately mid-May to mid-Aug. Work over school breaks may also be available.
Thoroughly complete the online application, which may include attaching resume and cover letter. If you are unable to apply online, or for other assistance, please contact 630-377-4446.
The City of St. Charles is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
