About the role#
The Elevate Program and Assurance Internship is a dual-track opportunity for accounting students. You will participate in the Elevate program, which includes a three-day leadership conference and ongoing professional development. Following this, you will transition into an Assurance internship where you work directly on client engagements. This role is full-time, on-site in Chicago, and is designed for students targeting a full-time associate start date in Fall 2029 or Winter 2030.
What you'll do#
- Attend a three-day leadership conference and participate in year-long development experiences.
- Build professional connections with firm leaders and peers.
- Develop skills in business acumen, communication, and collaboration.
- Work on a team focused on various tax specialty areas.
- Complete tax planning and research tasks.
- Prepare federal and state & local tax returns.
- Interpret tax regulations and accounting pronouncements.
- Support multiple team engagements throughout the year.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited accounting degree program.
- Completion of at least 90 credit hours by the start of the internship.
- A minimum 3.4 GPA is preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership in campus or community organizations.
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
- Ability to travel to client locations as required.
- Must not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $34 - $40 per hour.
- Internship Term: Rolling.
About RSM US LLP
RSM US LLP provides assurance, tax, and consulting services. The firm focuses on the middle market. It employs over 17,000 professionals across the United States and Canada. Founded in 1926, the firm maintains its headquarters in Chicago, Illinois.
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