HARRISBURG, PA — Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor announced the recent addition of Lindsay Mitchell to the department’s team. Mitchell, a native of Altoona in Blair County, was successfully integrated into the Pennsylvania Department of the Auditor General through the Intern-to-Hire program, a strategic initiative designed to retain educated professionals within the Commonwealth.
Mitchell, who holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Penn State World Campus, graduated in May 2024. Her transition from intern to full-time auditor marks a significant milestone in the department’s ongoing efforts to create sustainable career pathways for Pennsylvania students. Auditor General DeFoor underscored the importance of such initiatives, stating, “Our Intern-to-Hire program is a common-sense approach to creating career pathways for Pennsylvania students to work and stay in the Commonwealth. Students like Lindsay are the future of our department, and we couldn’t be happier to have her expertise on our team.”
Mitchell expressed her enthusiasm for the opportunity, adding, “I am immensely grateful for the opportunity to continue working with the department, and I hope to continue serving the people of the Commonwealth for many more years.”
The Intern-to-Hire program is meticulously structured to facilitate full-time employment opportunities for students and recent graduates from Pennsylvania’s higher education institutions. Eligibility criteria are stringent, ensuring that only the most dedicated and capable candidates are selected. Prospective interns must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or associate degree program in fields such as accounting, business, data analytics, finance, or related disciplines, maintaining a minimum GPA of 2.5. Additionally, they must exhibit a passion for public service, attention to detail, and a keen desire to learn.
This initiative not only bolsters the department’s workforce with skilled professionals but also plays a pivotal role in retaining talent within the state, thereby contributing to Pennsylvania’s economic development. For those interested in exploring career opportunities or learning more about the Intern-to-Hire Program, further information can be accessed through the department’s website.
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