Fall Internship - Finance

Category:
Internship
Hourly: $15.00 Hourly
Duration:
Approx. 14 weeks from September 14th through December 18th

Hours:

Minimum of 15 hours per week
Published:
August 6, 2026
Closing:
Until filled

The City of La Porte embraces our heritage, community values, and opportunities, while enhancing the quality of life for our citizens.

City of La Porte employees willRISEto every occasion as we live out our Core Values.

• RESPECT:
  We value our community. We demonstrate that value by extending kindness, compassion, and care to everyone we interact with.
• INTEGRITY:
  We work honestly and ethically. We tell the truth, follow the rules, and do what’s right even that is difficult.
• SERVICE:
  We put others first. Proactive and selfless service provision defines us as public servants.
• EXCELLENCE:
  We exceed expectations. We bring our best every day in every aspect of our job.

The ideal candidate for this program must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree, graduate degree, or be a recent graduate (in the last six months). A strong interest in government service is required, as the intern will gain valuable hands‑on experience through department projects and exposure to municipal operations. The candidate should demonstrate reliability, strong leadership capabilities, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Please note that this is an on‑site internship, and interns are responsible for securing their own housing and transportation for the duration of the program.

Under general supervision, this internship will support the daily operations of various departments throughout the City of La Porte. The purpose of this position is to provide technical assistance to department directors and division managers. The intern will gain hands‑on experience in a variety of complex and confidential administrative tasks related to local government operations.

Receives general supervision from the Department Director or designee.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills and software.
• Creativity and fresh perspectives on projects.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.).
• Professional conduct.

Knowledge of:

• English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Modern office methods, procedures, equipment, and business letter writing.
• Organization, procedures, and operating details of the City department to which assigned.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Standard word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.

Ability to:

• Understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Learn department policies, procedures, organization and operating details.
• Type at a speed necessary for adequate job performance.
• Operate a personal computer, calculator, and fax machine.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Compile and maintain complex and extensive records and prepare reports.
• Analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action.

• Preferred educational background in Business, Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Prepare and interpret statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of principles and methods of accounting and auditing.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of financial administration, including budgeting and reporting.

Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Graduate Degree.

For indefinite periods of time - mobility within an office; writing; exposure to dust/mites; sorting; sitting; seeing; grasping; filing; data entry; cleaning; reading; decision making; lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds; reaching above shoulder level; using both hands for simple and firm grasping; clarity of hearing; communicating clearly and effectively, in person and by telephone; fine finger manipulation; operation of calculator and personal computer, operation of a variety of office tools and equipment.

The City of La Porte is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals.