About the role#
This is a summer internship within the Budget Office of the City of Wichita. You will work in a support and learning capacity, assisting the finance department with research, analytical tasks, and special projects. The role is a limited full-time position running through August 2027. You will work Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
What you'll do#
- Perform intern-level work assigned by the department.
- Attend meetings alongside management.
- Review, update, and implement operations policies and procedures.
- Evaluate existing processes and provide recommendations for improvements.
- Conduct financial studies and develop presentations for your findings.
- Collaborate with the Director of Finance and other division managers.
- Operate a vehicle if required to complete work assignments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate, graduate, or master's program.
- A focus in accounting, business management, finance, business administration, or public administration.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Ability to use a computer to access, interpret, and record information.
- Skills to research, analyze, summarize, and report findings.
- Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
- Capability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
- Passing scores on pre-employment tests, including Microsoft Excel 2019 and business writing assessments.
- Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License if required.
Location & details#
- Location: City Hall, Wichita, Kansas.
- Compensation: $14.27 to $20.16 per hour.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Note: This position is not eligible for benefits.
About City of Wichita Kansas
The City of Wichita functions as a government agency based in Kansas. It provides municipal services to the local community and maintains public infrastructure. The organization employs 1,367 people. It was founded in 1870.
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