Intern - Finance & Risk Management

Pima County; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Part time

Job summary

Pima County is seeking a part‑time, in‑person Finance & Risk Management Intern in the Grants Finance Division. The role supports grant budgeting, financial reporting, data analysis, and compliance tasks, offering hands‑on experience in a collaborative county environment.

Responsibilities include extracting and analyzing data with Excel and other financial systems, contributing to the grant lifecycle, and performing various administrative tasks as assigned. Open until filled.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or current student in accounting, finance or business analytics.
• Education and experience must be clearly documented in the application.
• Major must align with grant budgeting and financial activities.

Responsibilities

• Support grant budgeting, financial reporting and data analysis.
• Extract and analyze data using Excel and other financial systems.
• Assist with compliance and lifecycle activities in grant management.
• Perform administrative and technical tasks as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Financial reporting

Grant budgeting

Education

Accounting major

Finance major

Business analytics major

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

Position Summary

Finance & Risk Management Intern – Grants Finance Division (Unclassified, 1946 – Intern, Salary Grade 1). The internship is part‑time, in‑person, and in‑office. The role is open until filled.

We are seeking a dynamic, motivated part‑time intern to support grant financial activities for County departments. The intern will work in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment, gaining hands‑on experience with grant budgeting, financial reporting, data analysis, and compliance support. Responsibilities include extracting and analyzing data using tools such as Excel and other financial systems, providing insight into the full lifecycle of grant financial management, and assisting with various administrative and technical tasks as assigned.

Compensation

• Hiring Range: $17.04 – $20.03 per hour
• Pay Range: $17.04 – $23.02 per hour

Essential Functions

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list is illustrative only and not comprehensive. Work assignments may vary and will be communicated by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Recent graduate or current sophomore, junior, or senior at an accredited college or university with a major in accounting, finance, business analytics, or a closely related field.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recently graduated or currently a junior or senior at an accredited college or university with a major in accounting, finance, or a closely related field.

Selection Procedure

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. Candidates will be assessed based on education and experience, and may be further evaluated against preferred qualifications. Selected candidates will be interviewed and chosen from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments or testing may be required.

Supplemental Information

• Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the required licensure may result in termination.

Special Notice Items

• Pre‑employment background checks are required. Candidates will undergo background screening including verification of work history, education, and criminal records.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

• Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by the position.

Working Conditions

• Working conditions will be determined by the position.

EEO Information

Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.