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The North Carolina Office of State Budget & Management (OSBM) delivers the highest quality budget development and management services for state government. Overseeing the state’s budget process is at the heart of much of what we do. OSBM is the primary fiscal advisor to the Governor and works across all branches of state government. Yet OSBM is much more.

• Our team provides budget and policy analysis counsel to the Governor, state agencies, and state legislature.
• We analyze economic and demographic data to inform decisions and maintain a balanced budget.
• We provide state agencies with services to support stewardship of public resources and prudent decision-making. This includes tools to improve operational efficacy through data and evidence, such as strategic planning, performance management, and impact analysis. 
• And we support agencies’ financial control structures such as grants management, internal audits, and the oversight committee for retired state employees' health benefits.
• Our office is also home to the state fraud hotline, where any citizen can report suspected misuse of public resources.

 

Strengthen the Present. Shape the Future.

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY DETAILS

Pay Rate: $20/HR

Length: Starts on May 26, 2026, for 8 - 10 weeks

Minimum hours: 32 hours/week

Location: The intern will be expected to work in OSBM’s office in downtown Raleigh three days per week.

 

INTERNSHIP ASSIGNMENTS will depend on the applicants’ qualifications and interests. Interns likely will be asked to:

Analyze a variety of policy proposals and programs,

Research policies and practices in other states,

Write memos and white papers on a variety of topics,

Create databases and datasets,

Perform data and statistical analysis,

Create dashboards,

Work on cross-functional teams to advance the office’s strategic goals, and

Monitor bills and committee meetings during the legislative session.

 

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date listed. For this Internship, applications will be accepted through Sunday, February 15, 2026.

QUALITIES WE SEEK (If you possess any of the following skills or qualifications, please include them in your application):

Strong analytical and quantitative skills,

Ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively,

Resourceful, curious, committed to public service,

Ability to work well in teams and independently,

Relevant work experience and/or significant coursework in public policy analysis, public budgeting, economics, accounting, and/or statistics, and

Current graduate or upper-year undergraduate student.

 

Experience the Difference. OSBM:

Is committed to investing in its team through ongoing training and professional development, including participation in statewide and national conferences focused on your career (auditing, budgeting, etc.) and knowledge-sharing.

Provides unique leadership and growth opportunities for motivated employees.

Offers a flexible, hybrid work environment that supports meaningful public service while promoting life-work harmony and the opportunity to enjoy North Carolina’s exceptional quality of life.

Currently, hybrid positions require onsite work on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at our downtown Raleigh, NC office. Employees may work remotely on Mondays and Fridays (optional). Hybrid schedule is subject to change.

 

OSBM Resources:

Employee Perks and Benefits: NC OSHR: Benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator

Learn more about OSBM: Homepage | NC OSBM

Learn more about the high impact of Budget Analysts: video

 

Internship Application Process

Completed application and a cover letter should be submitted by Sunday, February 15, 2026, through the online system to be considered.  For questions, please email: recruiting@osbm.nc.gov