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Equity Lifestyle Properties

Intern - Tax

Chicago, IL

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career!

ELS is hiring for the position of Intern - Tax in Chicago, Illinois.

What you'll do:

During the ELS internship, you will work in a collaborative, fast-paced company right in the heart of downtown Chicago. The Tax Intern will support the Corporate Tax department by performing routine tax compliance and accounting functions. The Tax Intern will also work collaboratively with other finance and business unit colleagues. Our internship program is robust and you will be involved in meaningful projects that have a true impact upon the business. We also offer intern-specific activities, including lunch & learns, a group project and presentation to our executive team, networking opportunities and meet & greets with executives. Of course, our interns will also be a part of our summer company-wide social events!

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Your job will include:

  • Help with the analysis of sales and use tax issues
  • Assist with the preparation of supporting workpapers for income tax returns
  • File maintenance for the income and sales tax functions
  • Assist with special projects as needed

Experience & skills you need:

  • Must have an interest in Tax
  • Currently enrolled in a college or university program with a focus on Accounting or Finance
  • Familiarity with Excel and the MS Office suite
  • Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.2
  • Demonstrates problem solving skills in customer focused environment
  • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently

In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401(k) employer match, and paid vacations, holidays, and sick time.

We invite you to visit our web site at www.equitylifestyleproperties.com for additional information regarding our exceptional resort communities.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.

Estimated compensation for this position in the states of CA, CO, IL, MD, MN, NY, and WA is:

Hourly: $18.00 - $19.00

The salary listed is an estimate and not guaranteed. A salary offer will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to the base pay and our benefits, some positions are eligible for bonuses, sales commissions, or incentive pay.

Client-provided location(s): Chicago, IL, USA
Job ID: ELP-R25383
Employment Type: Intern

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Family Support Resources
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led