2027 Clerk's Spring Internship Program

Clerk; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Clerk in Florida is offering a Spring 2027 internship across multiple departments, with an hourly rate of $15.45. The program seeks students currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution as sophomores, juniors, seniors, or in a Master’s program.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and transcripts to validate their academic focus. The internship emphasizes professional development, core competency application, and exposure to accounting, audit, board services, HR, IT, and

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution as a sophomore, junior, senior, or Master’s student.
• Demonstrated success in academic coursework relevant to internship responsibilities.
• Submit a cover letter detailing desired professional development goals and transcripts to validate current focus.

Responsibilities

• Apply Clerk competencies to daily actions and demonstrate commitment to defined profiles.
• Complete projects and tasks as assigned by designated supervisor and department.
• Actively participate in departmental meetings and conferences.
• Assist with internship outcomes across multiple Clerk departments (Accounting, Audit, HR, IT, Official Records, Operations, Board Services, etc.).

Skills

Customer commitment

Professionalism & integrity

Organizational excellence

Teamwork

Education

Sophomore/Junior/Senior or Master’s student

Academic coursework related to internship responsibilities

Job description

Job Title : Intern Date: Spring 2027 Department: Various FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Intern Supervisor Hourly Rate: $15.45/hour

Essential Functions - note that all are equally important :

• Application of actions and behaviors demonstrating commitment and support to defined Core Competencies. As defined through the Clerk’s Competencies Profiles, these include: Customer Commitment
• Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity
• Organizational Excellence
• Success through Teamwork

Other Duties - Additional duties, functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors, at any time, as deemed appropriate.

• Complete projects and task assignments defined by designated supervisor and department.
• Actively participate in departmental meetings and conferences.

Internship Outcomes :

• Demonstrated learning and task/project completion through work within the organization. Work assignments may be within any of: Accounting - Accounts Payables
• Accounting - Banking & Receivables/General Ledger
• Audit
• Board Services
• County Finance
• Court Operations
• Human Resources
• Information Technology
• Official Records
• Operations
• Clerk's Administration

• Improved verbal and written communication skills, evidenced by work assignment completions and reports.

Education, Certification, Training and License:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary educational institution as a sophomore, Junior, Senior, or a Master’s program.
• Demonstrated success in academic coursework relevant to the internship position responsibilities.

Application Requirements:

• Submission of a cover letter, the letter must express your desired or expected professional development goal(s) for this Internship.
• Submission of transcripts to validate the scope of your current academic focus.

Department descriptions:

• Accounting (Accounts Payable) - The Accounting Intern will work with a subject matter expert performing functions such as reviewing payment requests, reviewing documentation, and approving requests for payment. At the end of the program, a successful intern will have gotten an introduction to how payments are made in a high-volume governmental payables organization.
• Accounting (Banking & Receivables/General Ledger) - The Accounting Intern will work with a subject matter expert performing functions such as reviewing journal entries that summarize county receipts and bank deposits, reviewing documentation, and approve the journal entries for posting. At the end of the program, a successful intern will have gotten an introduction to reconciliation processes as well as other accounting functions performed in a large governmental organization.
• Audit - The Audit Intern will work with a subject matter expert performing functions such as attending audit entrance and exit conferences with other professional auditors and assist in the preparation of final audit communications. At the end of the program, a successful intern would have experience in routine internal audit work, exposure to a variety of Clerk and County functions, have learned and utilized professional audit standards, and completed a process improvement project to enhance audit department efficiency and effectiveness.
• Board Services - The Board Services Intern will work with a subject matter expert performing analytical and administrative duties within the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) section of the Clerk of Court and Comptroller’s Office. At the end of the program, a successful intern will have an appreciation of how a local government legislative body operates.
• Board Records/VAB - The Board Records Intern will work with a subject matter expert performing analytical and administrative duties within the Value Adjustment Board (VAB) section of the Clerk of Court and Comptroller’s Office. At the end of the program, a successful intern will review and process a wide variety of official records and/or legal documents in accordance with Florida Statutes and other pertinent legal authorities.
• Clerk's Administration - The Clerk’s Administration Intern will assist with administrative tasks, including drafting documents, reviewing policies, and conducting research to support office operations. Responsibilities include preparing reports, summarizing policy updates, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The intern will collaborate with subject matter expert to streamline administrative processes and contribute to written communications. Strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills are essential.
• Court Operations - The Court Operations Intern will work with a subject matter expert on a project to improve customer service by reviewing the physical layout of the website, physical service areas, and current technology utilized. The intern will make recommendations on how to enhance the customer’s ability to obtain timely service from the appropriate clerk service provider.
• Human Resources (HR) - The HR Intern will partner with designated HR subject matter experts to support and develop a variety of projects across the Human Resources function. Throughout the program, the intern will gain hands‑on experience and a well‑rounded understanding of how various HR functions work together to support organizational success. By the conclusion of the internship, a successful participant will have a stronger appreciation for the interconnected nature of human resources management and its impact on employees and operations.
• Information Technology (IT)(Desktop Support) - The IT Intern will work with a subject matter expert performing functions such as troubleshooting problems, taking corrective actions, installing, testing, and maintaining software applications on workstations and laptops. At the end of the program, a successful intern will have gained experience and first‑hand knowledge in supporting Clerk employees and the Public from an IT perspective.
• Official Records - The Official Records Intern will work closely with an assigned Official Records subject matter expert in a digital imaging project of historical land, marriage license, and other miscellaneous records dating back to the mid 1800s. At the end of the program, a successful intern will have gained experience in the handling and preservation of historical records.
• Operations – The operations Intern will work closely with an assigned Operations subject matter expert performing functions such as Facilities Management, Safety Management, Food Pantry Management, Website Management, Fleet Management, and Reporting. At the end of the program, a successful intern will have gained experience and first‑hand knowledge in supporting the operational needs of the Clerk’s Office.
• Community Engagement – The Community Engagement Intern will assist with outreach initiatives and community partnerships that promote awareness and participation in Clerk programs and services. The intern will help plan and support events, develop communications and materials, and assist with social media and engagement activities. At the end of the program, a successful intern will have gained experience in public outreach, event coordination, and communications, while contributing to projects that strengthen community relationships and enhance department visibility.