Compliance Program Intern

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts is seeking a part-time Compliance Program Intern to support compliance programs, supplier participation initiatives, and operational improvements. The role involves data tracking, reporting, and preparing dashboards and presentations in a hybrid work environment.

The internship is geared toward graduate students in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Data Sciences, or Data Analytics, with experience in data reporting and project

Qualifications

• Graduate students in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Data Sciences or Data Analytics preferred.
• Experience supporting compliance programs, operations, data reporting, project coordination, or administrative functions is desirable.
• Familiarity with reporting systems, CRM platforms, dashboard tools, and data visualization software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day administration of compliance and supplier participation initiatives.
• Collect and track vendor responses to support spend validation.
• Maintain documentation and support records of validation activity.
• Assist with follow-up communications to vendors per Compliance team.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports, summaries, spreadsheets, dashboards, and visual presentations.
• Help maintain compliance tracking systems and support process improvements.
• Maintain organized electronic files and program documentation.
• Assist with drafting procedural documents and workflow materials.
• Perform additional operational and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Data reporting

Project coordination

Administrative functions

Compliance programs

Public sector experience

CRM platforms

Data visualization

Agile practices

Education

Graduate student in Public Administration/Public Policy/Business Administration/Data Sciences/Data Analytics

Tools

CRM platforms

Dashboard tools

Data visualization software

Job description

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Job Description - Compliance Program Intern (260006BL)

Job Description

Compliance Program Intern - ( 260006BL )

Description

Compliance Program Intern

Position Overview

The Compliance Program Internprovides professional-level administrative, analytical, and project support for compliance programs, supplier participation initiatives, and operational improvement efforts. This role supports program oversight activities through tracking responses to compliance team outreach, analyzing data, and preparing reports.

This Internship is well suited for a graduate-level student (preferably in the fields of Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Data Sciences or Data Analytics) who is analytical, adaptable, organized, and capable of balancing multiple responsibilities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day administration of compliance and supplier participation initiatives.
• Collect and track vendor responses from Compliance team outreach to support the spend validation process.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support records of Validation activity.
• Assist with follow-up communications to vendors, as directed by Compliance team.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports, summaries, spreadsheets, dashboards, and visual presentations.
• Help maintain compliance tracking systems and support process improvement efforts.
• Maintain organized electronic files, tracking logs, and program documentation.
• Assist with drafting procedural documents, internal guides, and workflow material, as needed.
• Perform additional operational and administrative duties as assigned.
• Hybrid work environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate student in the field of Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Data Sciences or Data Analytics
• Experience supporting compliance programs, operations, data reporting, project coordination, or administrative functions
• Ability to review, reconcile, and organize data from multiple sources and identify missing, inconsistent, or incomplete information.
• Experience supporting public sector programs, procurement operations, compliance initiatives, and/or supplier engagement activities
• Familiarity with reporting systems, CRM platforms, dashboard tools, and/or data visualization software
• Experience participating in process improvement or project management initiatives
• Knowledge of Agile or collaborative project management practices

Core Competencies

• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Ability to analyze information and identify operational improvements
• Effective time-management and multitasking skills
• Strong customer service and relationship-building capabilities
• Ability to communicate technical or analytical information clearly to diverse audiences
• Adaptability in a fast-paced and evolving work environment
• Hybrid work environment

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• Hybrid work environment

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

The Supplier Diversity Office (SDO) is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential to our mission and to our success serving the Commonwealth's diverse and small businesses. We value an inclusive workplace where every employee is respected, empowered to contribute, and encouraged to bring their unique skills and ideas to our work. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and communities to apply and join us in building a workforce that reflects the diversity of those we serve while advancing equitable opportunities across the Commonwealth.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

An Equal Opportunity / Affinitative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Job

Contractor

Agency

Supplier Diversity Office

Schedule

Part-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Sep 17, 2026, 12:47:42 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

17.00 - 35.00 Hourly

Bargaining Unit : Non

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes