Intern - Grants Division - Tucson, AZ

Job Description Summary · Department - Finance & Risk Management · Job Description · OPEN UNTIL FILLED · Job Type: Unclassified · Job Classification: Intern · Salary Grade: 1 · The first review of applications will be on 03/06/2026. · Pima County's Department of Finance and Risk ...

Job description

Job Description Summary

Department - Finance & Risk Management

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Job Type: Unclassified

Job Classification: Intern

Salary Grade: 1

The first review of applications will be on 03/06/2026.

Pima County's Department of Finance and Risk Management is seeking a dynamic, motivated part-time intern to join our Grants Finance Division. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment supporting grant financial activities for County departments. This internship offers hands-on experience with grant budgeting, financial reporting, data analysis, and compliance support, as well as exposure to County financial systems and processes. The intern will assist with extracting and analyzing data using tools such as Excel and other financial systems, and will gain insight into the full lifecycle of grant financial management. We are seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills and an interest in public sector finance and grant administration.

NOTE: This internship position is in-person and in-office.

This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.

Essential Functions:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Positions within this classification will perform a variety of administrative, operational or technical tasks as assigned by the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Recent graduate from or currently a 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 "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications : (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):

• Recently graduated or is currently a Sophomore, 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 to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information:

Licenses and Certificates : Some positions require a valid Arizona Class D driver license at the time of application or appointment. Failure to obtain / maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.

Special Notice Items : The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Some positions may require completion of a satisfactory personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems.

Physical/Sensory Requirements : Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position.

Working Conditions : Working conditions will be determined by the position.

EEO Information : Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.