Finance/Supply Chain Student Assistant

Lawrence Berkeley National Lab's (LBNL) Office of the Chief Financial Officer Division has an opening for a Student Assistant to join the Summer Intern Program.

In this exciting role, you will have an opportunity to participate in an internship program within varying business departments in the Division. The internship program is geared toward undergraduate students entering their junior or senior year.

The student assistant will rotate work in one or more of the following areas within the OCFO:

• Budget Office - Cost monitoring, Budget and Formulation management, Funds control, and Financial operations support
• Field Finance - Financial analysis, Planning, Budget preparation, execution and closeout
• Controller's Office - Accounting (General/Corporate), Compliance and Audit, Procure to Pay business cycle (AP), Payroll, Business Systems finance integration, and Travel/Conference Services disbursements
• Procurement and Property Management - Policy, eCommerce, Subcontracting, Purchase Card (PCard) transactions, and Asset Management

A final Capstone project will be included in the internship experience.

Important Notes:

• This position has an anticipated start date of June 2, 2025.
• Deadline to Apply: For first consideration, please apply by April 15, 2025.
• Position: This is a full time, 40 hours per week, non-exempt from overtime pay (hourly paid), 12 week Student appointment with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs. You must be enrolled in a full time undergraduate academic program to qualify for this position.
• Hours: This position will operate up to 40 hours per week during the summer and academic breaks. 10-20 hours per week during the academic school year (September-May) Hours/Days of the week are flexible however hours worked must be within standard business hours (M-F 8am to 5pm).
• Location: This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule - a combination of teleworking and performing work on site 2+ days a week at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. Work schedules are dependent on business needs. Individuals working a hybrid schedule must reside within 150 miles of Berkeley Lab.
• Transportation: Berkeley Lab Shuttles are available at no cost. Onsite parking is not available.
• Salary: Salary for this position is predetermined based on student step rates.




• Undergrad Year 1 = $18.67 hourly
• Undergrad Year 2-3 = $20.73 hourly
• Undergrad Senior Status = $24.39 hourly




• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

What You Will Do:

• Preparing presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives.
• Participating in team meetings and brainstorming sessions to contribute fresh ideas and perspectives.
• Assisting with the preparation of financial reporting using PeopleSoft or other accounting software.
• Disbursement audits
• Reconciliation analysis
• Contract close-outs
• Audit preparation and planning
• Internal Control structure and evaluation
• Compliance and financial self-assessments
• Business system reports
• Report writing
• Project budgeting trending analysis
• Costing and General ledger account reconciliation
• Purchasing goods and services using PCard and subcontracting methodology

What is Required:

• Enrolled in a full-time accredited college or university.
• Ability to participate for the full duration of the program.
• Completion of at least two years of college coursework, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Proficiency in the use of Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite.

Desired Qualifications:

• Major in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Sciences, Math, Data Science, Supply Chain, Economics or Accounting at the undergraduate level.
• Demonstrated intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to perform basic web-based computer functions.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Passion for learning and a desire to grow in the field of finance.

Notes:

• This is a full time, 3 month, student assistant appointment with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs.

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