Intern State Budget Analyst
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Job Location:
Wake County, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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JBFRAbout Us
North Carolina State Government is one of the states largest employers with over 76000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies offices and universities each providing important public services.
Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits including a variety of leave options professional development opportunities insurance and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources website.
Permanent temporary and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!
Description of Work
The North Carolina Office of State Budget & Management (OSBM) delivers the highest quality budget development and management services for state government. Overseeing the states budget process is at the heart of much of what we do. OSBM is the primary fiscal advisor to the Governor and works across all branches of state government. Yet OSBM is much more.Our team provides budget and policy analysis counsel to the Governor state agencies and state legislature.
We analyze economic and demographic data to inform decisions and maintain a balanced budget.
We provide state agencies with services to support stewardship of public resources and prudent decision-making. This includes tools to improve operational efficacy through data and evidence such as strategic planning performance management and impact analysis.
And we support agencies financial control structures such as grants management internal audits and the oversight committee for retired state employees health benefits.
Our office is also home to the state fraud hotline where any citizen can report suspected misuse of public resources.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Strengthen the Present. Shape the Future.
- INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY DETAILS
- Pay Rate: $20/HR
- Length: Starts on May 26 2026 for 8 - 10 weeks
- Minimum hours: 32 hours/week
- Location: The intern will be expected to work in OSBMs office in downtown Raleigh three days per week.
- INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENTS will depend on the applicants qualifications and interests. Interns likely will be asked to:
- Analyze a variety of policy proposals and programs
- Research policies and practices in other states
- Write memos and white papers on a variety of topics
- Create databases and datasets
- Perform data and statistical analysis
- Create dashboards
- Work on cross-functional teams to advance the offices strategic goals and
- Monitor bills and committee meetings during the legislative session.
- IMPORTANT NOTE:
- Posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed. For this Internship applications will be accepted through Sunday February 15 2026.
- QUALITIES WE SEEK (If you possess any of the following skills or qualifications please include them in your application):
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills
- Ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively
- Resourceful curious committed to public service
- Ability to work well in teams and independently
- Relevant work experience and/or significant coursework in public policy analysis public budgeting economics accounting and/or statistics and
- Current graduate or upper-year undergraduate student.
Experience the Difference. OSBM:
- Is committed to investing in its team through ongoing training and professional development including participation in statewide and national conferences focused on your career (auditing budgeting etc.) and knowledge-sharing.
- Provides unique leadership and growth opportunities for motivated employees.
- Offers a flexible hybrid work environment that supports meaningful public service while promoting life-work harmony and the opportunity to enjoy North Carolinas exceptional quality of life.
- Currently hybrid positions require onsite work on Tuesdays Wednesdays and Thursdays at our downtown Raleigh NC office. Employees may work remotely on Mondays and Fridays (optional). Hybrid schedule is subject to change.
OSBM Resources:
- Employee Perks and Benefits: NC OSHR: Benefits
- Total Compensation Calculator: NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator
- Learn more about OSBM: Homepage NC OSBM
- Learn more about the high impact of Budget Analysts: video
Internship Application Process
Completed application and a cover letter should be submitted by Sunday February 15 2026 through the online system to be considered. For questions please email:
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.
Recruiter:
Patricia GarciaRecruiter Email:
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Forecasting
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Word
- Military Experience
- Pivot tables
- Accounting
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Analysis
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Financial Management
