PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP-TREASURER -ONSITE

City of Santa Fe Springs; Old Saint George (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorchester County Government is seeking a capable intern to support treasury operations in St. George. The role involves reviewing current processes with staff, editing documents, and preparing final project revisions for approval by the Treasurer or Deputy Treasurer.

You will help develop Treasury procedures used for training, complete deliverables on schedule, and maintain detailed records. The position requires strong detail orientation, communication, and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; capable of presenting findings.

Responsibilities

• Review and understand current processes with staff, make edits.
• Submit the final revision of project to the Treasurer and/or Deputy Treasurer for approval.
• Assist in the development of Treasurer’s Procedures used as training tools for incoming staff.
• Completion of assigned deliverables within project timelines and maintaining detailed records of work.
• Observing and participating in assigned departmental activities.
• Performing other duties as assigned by area supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Senior in a 4-year program (business or accounting)

Bachelor's degree in business or accounting (within 2 years of closing)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

• Review and understand current processes with staff, make edits.
• Submit the final revision of project to the Treasurer and/or Deputy Treasurer for approval.
• Assist in the developing of Treasure’s Procedures used as training tools for incoming staff.
• Completion of assigned deliverables within project timelines and maintaining detailed records of work.
• Observing and participating in assigned departmental activities.
• Performing other duties as assigned by area supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Currently enrolled as a senior in a four-year program in business or accounting or a closely related field. Or have obtained a bachelor's degree in business or accounting or a closely related field within two years of the closing of this post (preferred).
• Must have a 3.0 or higher cumulative grade point average and an instructor or professor recommendation.
• Must be available to work twenty hours minimum and twenty-five hours maximum per week starting in January 2027 for 12 weeks.
• Reliable transportation to and from our St. George office with occasional travel to the Summerville office.
• An unofficial copy of transcript and a letter of recommendation from the department head of major or an advisor. Please upload with application.

Additional Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient skill with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and presentation tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self-starter and positive attitude.
• Comfortable in presenting findings to internal teams.

E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.

For more information on Dorchester County Government

https://www.dorchestercounty.net/index.aspx?page=227

Benefits For County Employees

County Employees may be eligible for a variety of State benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system.

Healthcare Benefits

(Full-time employees)

Dorchester County is a part of the State Benefits Program. The State program offers its employees a comprehensive health and dental program, along with a wide array of supplemental insurance programs. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best possible insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar. You may refer to the link for more information.

www.eip.sc.gov/

Retirement Benefits

In addition to our health and dental insurance programs, all county employees are a part of the South Carolina Retirement System. These programs are designed to help provide county employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs. You may refer to the link for more information.

http://www.retirement.sc.gov/

Workplace Benefits

In addition, county employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.

Note: The above benefits are available to most county employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.