Finance Intern: Budget & Analytics in Local Government (Paid)

The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission; Wheaton (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Montgomery County Planning Department, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), invites undergraduates or graduates in accounting, finance, or business to apply for a Finance Intern role in Wheaton, MD. The position supports budget development, projections, and reporting while offering exposure to public sector financial processes.

The internship runs for the 2026-2027 academic year, with pay ranging from $20.50 to $23.50 per hour and a typical 12–20

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in accounting, finance, or business.
• Minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office apps.

Responsibilities

• Assist with budget development and execution.
• Assist with monthly projections including payroll and non-personnel expenses.
• Prepare expenditure journal entries and budget templates.
• Maintain monthly fund reports and ad hoc reports.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Organization

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in accounting/finance/business

Intern II: bachelor completed + master’s program

Tools

Microsoft Office (Teams/Outlook/Word/PowerPoint)

Job description

The Montgomery County Planning Department, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), invites undergraduates or graduates in accounting, finance, or business to apply for a Finance Intern role in Wheaton, MD. The position supports budget development, projections, and reporting while offering exposure to public sector financial processes.

The internship runs for the 2026-2027 academic year, with pay ranging from $20.50 to $23.50 per hour and a typical 12–20