Student Internship- Department of Finance

Job Description:

Student Internship- Department of Finance

Description

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.

The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408-535-1285, 711 (TTY) , or via email at CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov .

About the Department

The Finance Department is seeking to fill one (1) Student Intern to support the Fiscal Recovery and Grants Management unit within the Accounting Division. If you are interested in this position, please apply!

The mission of the Finance Department is to strategically manage the City of San José’s financial resources in a transparent and accountable manner for the benefit of all stakeholders.
The Finance Department has five core divisions:

• Accounting - We establish, enforce, and maintain internal controls to protect city assets, prevent fraud, and ensure compliance with laws and regulations. Together, the City’s security is our priority.
• Administration - We support and guide you through fiscal, budgetary, personnel, and other administrative matters. Together, we navigate your success.
• Debt & Treasury Management - We safeguard the financial stability of the City by expertly managing debt, investments, and cash operations, adhering to best practices and regulatory standards. Together, we ensure the City’s fiscal strength.
• Purchasing & Risk Management - We procure and deliver top-notch products and services efficiently while securing comprehensive insurance coverage for the City's assets. Together, we prioritize quality and financial prudence.
• Revenue Management - We manage billing and collections diligently, focusing on reducing delinquencies and boosting revenue compliance. Together, we optimize the City’s financial health.

The Finance Department works in partnership with the departments of Human Resources, Information Technology, and Public Works as the City’s Strategic Support City Service Area to effectively develop, manage, and safeguard City fiscal, physical, technological, and human resources to enable and enhance the delivery of City services and projects. The Finance Department has a $26.8 million operating budget and 127 budgeted full-time equivalent (FTE) positions.

Position Duties

Assists with the following:

• Conducts surveys and compiles data for general or departmental use.
• Analyzes and prepares reports and participates in budget preparation and review, and personnel systems administration.
• Reviews records, identifies discrepancies and researches information.
• Performs related work.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination equivalent to completion of high school and current enrollment in an accredited college or university in undergraduate or graduate program.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the state of California may be required in performing job duties.

Additional Information:

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses. Please be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application.

Part-time positions(less than 40 hours per week) are required to participate in the City’s PTC 457 Deferred Compensation Plan per Federal regulations. Employees are required to contribute 3.75% of gross earning and the City contributes a matching amount of 3.75%. The funds contributed by the City are 100% vested upon initial deferral and will be held in in a stability of principal investment. This plan is in lieu of social security and does not include any healthcare benefits or contributions.

Part-time employees may elect to contribute additional retirement savings through the City’s Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Additional Information on both plans can be found on the City’s website.

Closing Date/Time: 6/27/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$15.32 - $21.88 Hourly