Intern Operations Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $22.88 - $29.89 Hourly
Location : San Bernardino, CA
Job Type: Paid Intern
Job Number: 26-19710/19711FIN-01
Department: Real Estate Services
Opening Date: 08/29/2026
Closing Date: 9/11/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Job
San Bernardino County is recruiting for paid Accounting & Finance Student/Graduate Interns to support the Fiscal Divisions within the Real Estate Services (RESD) and Project and Facilities Management (PFM) Departments. This is an exciting opportunity for current students and recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in public-sector accounting and finance while supporting essential County operations. Interns will assist with a variety of accounting, budgeting, financial analysis, reporting, and other fiscal-related duties. Through this experience, interns will develop practical skills in maintaining and analyzing financial records, budget development, expenditure tracking, data analysis, financial reporting, and governmental financial processes while collaborating with experienced public-sector professionals.
This internship is designed to provide meaningful experience for students and recent graduates interested in careers in finance, accounting, budgeting, or public administration. Intern positions are temporary assignments and do not confer status as regular County employees; however, they offer valuable hands-on experience and exposure to future County employment opportunities.
SALARY RANGES
: $22.88 - $29.14 per hour: $25.17 - $29.89 per hour
CONDITIONS OF THE INTERNSHIP
Pre-Employment Process: Incumbents must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, work history verification, as well as a job-related physical exam and drug screening.
Position Type: Student/Graduate Intern positions are temporary positions and do not obtain status as a regular County employees.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider to candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.
Minimum Requirements
Student Level: Must be currently enrolled in an accredited four-year college or university and pursuing a bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
Graduate Level: Must have earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university within the past two (2) years in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field. Must be currently enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a master's or doctoral program.
Note: Employment as a Graduate Student Intern is limited to individuals pursuing an advanced degree in a professional field. Students may be hired between academic terms if they intend to continue their studies and can provide proof of upcoming enrollment in a college or university.
Ensure that your most recent transcripts, degree, or proof of enrollment are uploaded and submitted with your application. Applications missing these documents will not be forwarded to the department for consideration.
Desired Qualifications
Ideal candidates will demonstrate an interest in accounting, budgeting, finance, financial analysis, or public-sector fiscal operations.
Strong candidates will also possess:

• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional environment

Selection Process
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by Friday, September 11, 2026 at 5:00pm Resumes will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk, and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance, please review the Government Jobs online application guide, or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF)within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
This position is an extra help position and is not eligible for benefits through San Bernardino County.
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Instructions: The information on this application and your responses to the following questions will be used by the Real Estate Services Department to determine which applicants will be selected for interview.

• I have read and understand the above statement.

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Academic Status: What is your current academic status?

• Currently enrolled in an accredited four-year college or university and pursuing a bachelor's degree (Student Intern)
• Graduated within the past two (2) years from an accredited four-year college or university and currently enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a master's or doctoral program (Graduate Intern)
• None of the above

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Qualifying Major: Please specify the qualifying field of study you are enrolled in or have obtained a degree in:

• Finance
• Business Administration
• Economics
• Accounting
• Statistics
• Mathematics
• Computer Science
• Other
• I am not enrolled in a qualifying field.

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Education Details: Provide ALL of the following education information:

• Degree type (if completed)
• Major/field of study
• Name of college or university
• Current status (Enrolled or Completed)
• Expected graduation date OR degree conferral date (Month/Year)

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Graduate Program Enrollment: The Graduate Student Intern position requires applicants to be currently enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, a master's or doctoral program. Which statement applies to you?

• I am currently enrolled in a master's or doctoral program.
• I intend to enroll in a master's or doctoral program.
• I do not intend to enroll in a master's or doctoral program.
• Not applicable - I am applying as a Student Intern.

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Graduate Enrollment: If applying as a Graduate Intern, provide your advanced degree program, school, and expected start date (or current enrollment):If not applicable, indicate "N/A."
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Relevant Coursework & Experience: Briefly describe any relevant coursework, internships, employment, or other experience related to accounting, budgeting, finance, economics, financial analysis, data analysis, or public-sector fiscal operations. Include any experience using Microsoft Excel or other financial software, if applicable.If none, indicate "N/A."
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Required Documents: Have you uploaded all required documents (transcripts, degree, and/or proof of enrollment)?Please Note: Failure to upload any of the above will remove your application from further consideration.

• Yes
• No

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Acknowledgement: I understand that I must submit all required documents and that incomplete applications will not be forwarded for consideration. I also understand I must meet the minimum qualifications listed above.

• I understand

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).

• I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above statement.

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• I understand

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

• I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.

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