Job Title
Finance Intern II /Treasury
Location
Henrico, VA, US
Organization Name
County of Henrico Department of Finance - Treasury Division
About Us
Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, is offering internship opportunities for high school and college students to develop skills and experience relevant to their course of study. We are committed to creating challenging, meaningful, relevant work experiences for students. All internships will have specific learning goals identified by the student as being core to their academic and career development. The County will strive to ensure a balance between the intern's specific learning goals and the work that is required by the Department.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us as an intern, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, February 24, 2025.
Finance Intern II: This position is for a paid internship for the summer of 2025. The student will be assigned to work in our Treasury Division of Finance. Summer internships will start May 16, 2025 and end by the start of the fall semester.
Henrico County offers a variety of challenging hands-on internships performing a variety of responsible tasks relevant to the assigned department. To Learn more about the Internship Program click https://henrico.gov/services/internship/ to view resources, video, and photo content.
Internships may be available in many departments at various times throughout the year. For information on available internships check the job site frequently at https://henrico.gov/services/jobs/. For more information on the operations and functions of each department click here:https://henrico.gov/departments/.
Essential Duties
Finance Intern II - This position is for a paid internship for the summer of 2025. The student will be assigned to work in our Treasury Division of Finance. The Treasury division is responsible for issuing tax bills and for collecting taxes and other amounts due to Henrico County. Treasury functions include billing of real estate and personal property taxes and vehicle licenses. The division accepts payments for taxes, vehicle licenses, utility bills, parking tickets, dog licenses and other miscellaneous payments. The division is also responsible for the collection of delinquent taxes and assisting taxpayers with questions and concerns about their bills.
Desired Area of Study: Finance, Economics, Business, Political Science, Public Administration, Accounting.
Desired GPA: 2.50
Desired Student: College-level student, rising: Sophomore, Junior, or Senior.
Work Hours: flexible within the hours of 8:00 am – 4:30 pm M-F. Internships are limited to a maximum of 29 hours per week.
Work Location: 4301 E. Parham Road, Henrico, VA 23228
Expected Start Date: May 16, 2025.
Expected End Date: On or by the start of the fall 2025 semester
Internship Status: These are paid internship positions at the hourly rate of $16.00/hour, up to 29 hours per week.
The Intern may be a part of a variety of duties to shadow, perform or provide:
- Issuance of tax bills
- Collection of tax payments
- Data entry: maintain, update records and reports
- Research
- Other duties as assigned
The desired student should have the ability to:
- Analyze financial data and have knowledge of business principles and practices.
- Strong foundational knowledge in a field relevant to internship.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse audience of County employees and citizens integral to the internship.
- Excellent organization and research skills with the ability to collect and organize facts/tasks effectively.
- Excellent attention to details; excellent knowledge of and familiarity with computer systems with demonstrated proficiency in the use of a personal computer and common software products (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point).
- Ability to multitask and manage priorities; ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a part of a team; and ability to meet assigned deadlines
Through the course of the internship the student will gain knowledge of:
- Payment processing
- Collection of taxes
- Record keeping and documentation
- Issuance of bills
- Overview of the other divisions of Finance
- Careers that exist in local government
Internships are intended to complement the student's academic program so the intern must bring foundational knowledge as well as a strong interest in the assigned department's mission and operations and be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment. The intern will receive training relevant to the assigned responsibilities, clear direction regarding expectations and feedback concerning their performance. Interns will finish the internship having gained broad experience in various aspects of the operations of the assigned department as well as broad basic skills and industry knowledge. Internships may include extensive public contact. Internships may be an integral part of a team or may require the intern to work more independently. The intern will also learn how to work in a professional environment and have opportunities to network with department leaders and other professionals in the internship field.Minimum Qualifications
Education: Pursuing a college degree in a field relevant to internship or post-secondary vocational/technical training in a trade or craft that is relevant to the internship; GPA of 2.50 or better; prefer a current college student in one of the relevant degree programs.
Experience: Completion of courses in relevant degree or vocational/technical program; relevant job or volunteer experience.
Or: Any equivalent combination education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities relevant to the internship.
Additional Information
The application process requires you to upload with your application the following documentation:
- Resume
- Cover letter indicating:
- Why you are interested in this internship.
- At least three learning goals related to the internship.
- Unofficial Transcript with class listing and GPA
Interns are not entitled to a permanent position at the completion of an internship. The internship is designed to benefit the intern with the knowledge and skills gained through experiences provided during the course of the internship. All paid internship positions will work for 29 hours or less per week.
A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment (including as an intern), including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.
How To Apply
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, February 24, 2025.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through https://henrico.gov/services/jobs/ or click on the Jobs link in the upper right hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.gov/
Minimum Salary
16
Maximum Salary
Currency
USD
Main Organization
General Government
General Government
Employment Status
Hourly/Temporary
Hourly/Temporary
Amount of Travel
Work At Home