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Job Description
Department of Finance and Budget Intern
Office of Finance and Budget
Position Type: Temporary, Internship (40 hours per week for the summer)
There is one open positions for this internship opportunity.
Overview:
The Albemarle County Department of Finance & Budget is currently seeking interns for Summer 2026. This internship will provide tangible work experience in the various facets of a fast-paced Local Government Finance Department. The Department of Finance and Budget is composed of 8 distinct offices:
-Office of the CFO
-Controller's Office (which includes the Payroll and Accounting units)
-Office of Revenue Administration (which includes the Collections and Assessments units)
-Office of Real Estate
-Office of Investment & Debt Management
-Office of Management and Budget
-Procurement Office
-Office of Enterprise Risk Management & Shared Services
- Office of Grants & Agreements
Key Responsibilities/ Qualifications:- Proficient Accounting skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Good communication skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
- Great work ethic and detail-oriented
- Minimum introductory accounting coursework
- Inquisitive Mind
- Ability to navigate complex financial systems after quick training
Work Schedule and Pay:- Interns are expected to work approximately 40 hours per week
- Pay rate is $20/hour.
- Internship placement is projected for May-August 2026.
Location: On-site (in-person)
Application Process: Please apply through the Career Center on the Albemarle website. Application deadline is April 30th, 2026.
You will have the opportunity to rotate through the different offices in the Department and gain firsthand experience in the various functions of the department by working on projects and tasks alongside staff.
Virginia Values Veterans:
Albemarle County is a certified V3 organization.
EOE/EEO:
Albemarle County is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against any group or individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability in regards to any aspect of employment policy and practice: recruitment, testing, selection, assignment, pay, conditions of work, training, leave, overtime, promotion, discipline, demotion, and separation. -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Albemarle County
Show moreAlbemarle County Local Government's vision is a thriving County anchored by a strong economy and excellent education system, that honors its rural heritage, scenic beauty, and natural and historic resources while fostering attractive and vibrant communities. We work together with citizens to connect civic challenges to community problem solvers.
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