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Tax Summer Intern

AT RWE Clean Energy
RWE Clean Energy

Tax Summer Intern

Chicago, IL

RWE Clean Energy, LLC

Functional area: Finance / Controlling
Remuneration: Non-Exempt

The Tax Summer Intern will be a key member of our Tax Department, which is responsible for all tax-related items required by each jurisdiction. The department works on various tax types, including income tax, sales and use tax, and property tax. RWECE is owned by a German parent company, which requires additional factors and filings.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in preparing work papers and schedules for income tax returns.
  • Assist with preparing required foreign informational forms, including but not limited to Form 5472, "Information Return of a 25% Foreign-Owned U.S. Corporation or a Foreign Corporation Engaged in a U.S. Trade or Business."
  • Help with the quarterly provision process through the Global Tax Center.
  • Support partnership reporting requirements related to tax credits and transferability.
  • Prepare spreadsheets to assist in sales, use tax filings, and perform various other compliance activities.
  • Responsible for the preparation of tax exemption certificates.
  • Help with property tax matters, including valuation comparison between years

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Qualifications:

  • Enrolled in an accredited US university program, pursuing an undergraduate in Accounting
  • Understanding of accounting concepts.
  • Proficiency in Excel.
  • Detail-oriented and excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work within tight deadlines
  • Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space.
  • Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams.
  • Ability to multi-task while working independently and as part of a team.
  • Motivated self-starter, goal-oriented, and strong problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Responds well to direction, quickly challenges and develops, and is coachable.

This is a full-time, 12-week summer internship starting the first week of June in our Chicago, IL office.

Pay range: The base hourly range for this position in Illinois for undergraduates is $25.00-$35.00 an hour, and for graduates is $30.00--$40.00. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. No matter who you are, we welcome your application irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry - and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years' experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.

As part of the RWE Group's Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.

Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges - and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. Our financial stability also means you'll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies - and continuously improve, together.

Client-provided location(s): Chicago, IL, USA
Job ID: RWE_Renewable-89149-en_GB
Employment Type: Intern

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Holiday Events
    • Casual Dress
  • Vacation and Time Off

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

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Unconscious Bias Training
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program