Business Support Intern

Business Support Intern

Wilson School District is seeking an energetic, detail-oriented student intern to support our Business Department. This is a great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in school finance and public sector accounting while working with experienced professionals.

Location:

Phoenix, Arizona.

This part‑time internship offers a competitive hourly rate of $18.50 and follows a 12‑month schedule. Ideal for candidates pursuing a degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.

• Purchasing and Procurement Support
• Accounts Payable Support
• Cash and Bank Reconciliation Support
• Compliance and Internal Controls

• Assist with purchase requisitions and purchase order processing
• Verify purchasing documentation complies with USFR and School District Procurement Rules
• Assist with collecting and retaining required vendor quotes and cooperative documentation
• Support monitoring of purchasing timelines to ensure approvals occur prior to expenditures
• Maintain organized procurement files to support audits and monitoring reviews
  • Assist with invoice review for completeness, accuracy, and proper approvals
  • Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation
  • Support timely processing of payments to avoid late fees and penalties
  • Maintain organized accounts payable records in accordance with record retention requirements
  • Identify discrepancies and flag items for review by senior finance staff
  • Assist with reviewing payroll documentation for completeness and accuracy
  • Assist with maintaining organized payroll and personnel files in compliance with USFR requirements
  • Assist with preparation of monthly bank reconciliations using district approved templates
  • Match bank activity to accounting system detail and supporting documentation
  • Identify reconciling items and flag discrepancies for review
  • Assist with reconciliation support for payroll clearing and insurance withholding accounts
  • Maintain organized reconciliation files for audit and oversight purposes
  • Assist with maintaining documentation supporting internal controls and segregation of duties
  • Support retention of journal entry documentation prepared by others
  • Assist with capital asset and stewardship documentation support
  • Maintain compliance tracking logs for assigned tasks
  • Follow District policies, procedures, and internal controls
  • Participate in job embedded training and professional development
  • Perform such other tasks as may be assigned.

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited Accounting or Finance degree program
• Enrollment must be maintained throughout the internship
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to obtain an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

• Hands‑on experience in public education finance
• Exposure to school district accounting operations and compliance
• Mentorship from an experienced business office team
• Opportunity to be considered for a longer term or permanent role with the District

• Our two‑school community offers a close‑knit feel.
• We offer job‑embedded professional development as well as a variety of career pathways.
• We have an exciting STEM program with amazing community partners.

The statements in this job description describe the essential function and requirements as assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Job descriptions are subject to change. Employees must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug test and extensive fingerprint and background check. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, or national origin is prohibited.

Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons. WSD is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application…