DFA Intern

DFA Intern PositionThe Arkansas Department of Finance & Administration has developed a paid internship program that provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while developing an understanding of Arkansas State government. Summer internships last for 10 weeks and permits students to work up to 40 hours per week.The DFA Intern assists with projects specific to the business needs of the assigned Department. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.Intern duties may include, but are not limited to, research, database management, attending relevant meetings, drafting written correspondence, creating professional presentations, reviewing policies and procedures, providing technical assistance, and other duties as assigned.Knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook is required. Preferred applicants will possess strong verbal and written communications skills, a willingness to work as a team, and time management skills.Applicants must be a sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student currently enrolled at an accredited college or university. Recent graduates of an accredited college or university may also be considered. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. Other job related experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee.The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.