Rapid Response Intern

Agency

Division

Job Classification Title

Administrative Associate I (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC01

About 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

Do you have an interest in improving state government
Do you want to ensure your tax dollars are being spent correctly
Do you have a passion for numbers and technology

The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor is seeking motivated interns who will work with the rapid response team to perform audit tests analyze data and provide support for more complex audit and investigation procedures. The internship program is designed to provide a realistic preview of a career in governmental auditing based on practical experience on active audit engagements.

It is essential that applicants have strong communication skills and understand the importance of attending to even the smallest details in a professional manner.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Rising senior or graduate student majoring in accounting (or related program) from an accredited/college or university with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Basic understanding of financial and accounting principles
• Proficient with Microsoft Office

• Spring 2027
• Competitive hourly rate
• Fulfillment of internship in the Raleigh or Charlotte office
• Interns are required to work a minimum of 20 hours per week

Attach the 3 following supplemental documents when applying to the internship

• Resume
• Copy of Transcript
• Faculty/professor letter of recommendation(s) minimum of one

Application Deadline: Friday October 30 2026

Candidates selected for interview will be contacted by Monday November 30 2026

For questions contact

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:

Olivia Ann Gillespie

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