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Attn: Human Resources, Internship Coordinator
LBJ Building
111 E. 17th Street
Austin, Texas 78701
Fax: 512-475-4804
Internship Program
The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts offers students both paid and unpaid internship opportunities for fall, spring and summer semesters.
Gain useful skills that complement your studies and help in future employment.
As the state's chief financial officer, the Comptroller manages funds for the world's 10th largest economy. But it is much more than a taxing entity. Learn about the wide array of programs administered by our agency.
Internship Opportunities
Check out our 2026 summer internship opportunities on the statewide CAPPS Recruit job listing resource.
Workweek and hours are flexible. Depending on the posting, both paid and unpaid interns may work up to 40 hours per week.
Program Qualifications
- Undergraduate and graduate applicants must be a currently enrolled or recently graduated from an accredited college/university within the past year.
- Applicants must meet the minimum requirements identified in the posting (i.e., education, work/school experience).
- Paid interns must work at least 20 hours per week.
- Unpaid interns must work at least 10 hours a week.
How to Apply
Paid Internships
Students should check our agency's current job opportunities for paid internship postings. All interested students must use our online application tool in the job postings area.
Unpaid Internships
To apply for an unpaid internship, complete and submit a Comptroller Unpaid Internship Application (PDF) and send it to us via email at cpa.jobs@cpa.texas.gov.
You can also fax or mail completed unpaid Comptroller internship applications to:
Comptroller of Public AccountsAttn: Human Resources, Internship Coordinator
LBJ Building
111 E. 17th Street
Austin, Texas 78701
Fax: 512-475-4804
Success Stories
The Comptroller’s internship program offers interns an opportunity to gain practical skills, contribute to solving real-work problems and expand their network – all of which sets them up for success. Take a look at what our interns’ success stories look like and the unique paths they take.
2025 Intern Success Stories
The Comptroller’s office internship program was a wonderful experience from start to finish.
Over the course of two months, I attended meetings, worked on various projects and shadowed my co-workers in their day-to-day work schedule. I also had the opportunity to work with other interns, who shared the desire to grow in our respective fields.
I was eager to learn how public programs can bridge real gaps in opportunity.
After graduating from the University of Texas at Austin with a bachelor’s degree in international relations and government, I knew I wanted to work in public interest. When I joined the Comptroller’s Broadband Development Office (BDO), I quickly learned that broadband development isn’t just about technology — it’s about advocating for access, strengthening communities, and ensuring Texans are not left behind in the digital age.
From the beginning, the internship program and my team made me feel welcome and valued.
After transitioning from health care to data analytics, I was looking for an opportunity to get my foot in the door and gain meaningful experience in my new field. I had gone back to school and was eager to apply what I had learned in a real-world setting. This transition came later in my career, so I was older than the other interns and had some concerns about how I would fit into the internship program. However, it was clear that the Comptroller’s office truly embraces interns from all backgrounds, experiences and stages of life.
An internship at the Comptroller’s office helped shift my career.
After graduating from college and spending a few months in sales, I knew I wanted to explore more options. I started an MBA program while simultaneously applying to and receiving an internship at the State Energy Conservation Office (SECO).
Previous Intern Success Stories
Have Questions?
For additional information, contact the Human Resources office by phone at 512-475-3560 or by email.
To learn whether work experience with the Comptroller's office qualifies for course credit, contact your college or university career services department.