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State of Ohio · 13 hours ago

Budget and Management Intern

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Internship

Onsite

Intern

The Ohio Office of Budget and Management (OBM) is the fiscal backbone of the State of Ohio enterprise, and they are seeking highly motivated graduate students to join their Budget team as Budget and Management Interns. This internship offers hands-on experience in state budgeting, economic and tax policy analysis, and public administration, where interns will work alongside budget analysts and contribute to projects that shape Ohio’s fiscal policy.

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Responsibilities

Conducting economic and tax research to support decision-making

Assisting in the preparation of operating budget guidance for state agencies

Shadowing budget analysts and assisting with day-to-day tasks

Qualification

Master’s programPublic AdministrationEconomicsExcelAnalytical skillsPublic PolicyPolitical ScienceWriting skillsInterest in government budgeting

Required

Currently enrolled in a Master's program (or accepted to start in Fall 2026)

Strong writing and analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting

Interest in government budgeting and policy

Preferred

Preferred fields of study: Public Administration, Economics, Public Policy, Political Science

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

Company

State of Ohio

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Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state.

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