Finance intern 2026

Under the guidance of the manager of finance, the finance intern will support the OIG finance and operations team. This opportunity offers valuable experience with financial systems and internal controls while contributing to OIG’s mission of promoting accountability and efficiency in City government.

OIG is accepting operations intern applications for spring/summer 2026. Start and end dates are flexible.

DUTIES:

• Assist with reviewing, reconciling, and tracking financial reports
• Support invoice processing, expense tracking and documentation
• Assist with data entry into accounting and budget systems
• Participate in audits and compliance checks as needed
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team as needed
• Performs related duties as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must be currently enrolled in college or university as a full-time student in a relevant undergraduate degree program. Must be able to abide by OIG’s Confidentiality policies.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Proficiency in Excel
• Ability to effectively listen to and comprehend information and ideas presented through verbal communication
• Adept at paying careful attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks
• Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work or job issues and problems
• Demonstrated leadership ability and initiative on assigned tasks
• Capability to collaborate with colleagues from a wide array of technical and professional disciplines and backgrounds in and across all the office’s sections
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Consciousness of diversity, inclusion, and equity challenges across communities, including for underserviced and underrepresented communities in the City of Chicago, and commitment to address those challenges and positively contribute to OIG’s internal culture of inclusion, respect, and community

ANNUAL SALARY: Unpaid. Internships may be completed for school course credit.

SCHEDULE: The working hours for this position are flexible. This role requires in-person work.

WE VALUE DIVERSITY

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is an equal opportunity employer.

OIG is an inclusive organization that hires and develops all its staff of all levels regardless of race, religion, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, marital or parental status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, age, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

OIG strives to create the kind of workplace where a socially diverse mix of people can thrive professionally. We pride ourselves in meeting our legal charge to promote economy, effectiveness, efficiency, and integrity in government. Through the hard work of our passionate and innovative team, OIG aims to serve every community with equity, respect, and dignity.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy to participate in the application process, please contact OIG’s Manager of Human Resources Eloise Markham at emarkham@igchicago.org. Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.

THE CITY OF CHICAGO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND MILITARY FRIENDLY EMPLOYER

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The City of Chicago does not participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System). In addition, employment at the Office of Inspector General is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

NOTIFICATION REGARDING USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

The submission of written materials (e.g., writing sample, essay, cover letter, etc.) generated in-part or fully by AI is strongly discouraged. Candidates who submit AI generated written materials may be disqualified from further consideration.