2026 - Account Specialist Intern

As an intern with the Accounts Receivable Finance department in the Regional Administration division, you will help support the Council by managing revenue that is owed across multiple divisions. This role will help you develop your knowledge and understanding of financial software systems, vendor relationships, and operating procedures. You will learn how the Accounts Receivable Finance department functions within a government organization that spans seven counties. Internship Information Length: Summer with a chance to extend to school year Hours: Full-time Start Date: 7/6/2026 Location: St. Paul Note: This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. What Does an Internship with the Metropolitan Council Entail? Our internships are designed to provide students meaningful work, be an introduction to public service and a chance to discover the Metropolitan Council. Who Is the Metropolitan Council? The Metropolitan Council is made up of several operating divisions that service the Twin Cities Metropolitan area in a number of ways. Metro Transit provides bus and light rail public transportation for the greater metropolitan area Environmental Services manages wastewater treatment plants and the regional wastewater collection system and water planning for the seven-county metropolitan region Community Development is responsible for helping the Council shape its regional growth plan and Metro HRA provides affordable housing programs in the region Metropolitan Transportation Services (MTS) is responsible for the transportation planning functions as the Twin Cities metropolitan planning organization (MPO) for transportation Regional Administration provides support services (Finance, Payroll, HR, etc.) for the Council Responsibilities Upload deposit slips and receipts into Accounts Receivable tracking systems Process cash receipts and invoices Approve vendors and provide support to external partners Assist with maintenance and updates of financial systems Aid in the design and development of standard operating procedures Qualifications Must be enrolled in a degree seeking program (Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD.) or be a recent graduate (within the last 12 months) from a degree program Candidate's residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin during the internship Unofficial transcript required to be attached to application A valid MN/WI driver's license Desired Qualifications Experience using financial management software Knowledge of accounting and finance documents and procedures Knowledge of MS Office Suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) Preferred Degree Programs / Area of Study Accounting, Finance, Business Management Benefits We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area. We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance. Union AFSCME FLSA Status Non-Exempt Safety Sensitive No #J-18808-Ljbffr