Finance and Accounting Summer 2027 Internship - Chicago
About The Position
JLL is a leading global professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We shape the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. As a Fortune 500 company, we help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. We have operations in over 80 countries and a global workforce of over 92,000 individuals. We believe a diverse and inclusive culture is one where everyone succeeds which is why we're committed to creating an environment where we all feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to achieve our full potential. Our Accounting and Finance Internship Program is designed to give college students real-world experience that will be invaluable upon graduation. While in the program, you'll complete a 10-week assignment on a finance or controllership team; you will receive customized training and mentorship as well as personal and professional development. Upon successful completion of the program, you will have the opportunity to join our Finance and Accounting Development Program, a 2-year rotational program for new college graduates. As an intern, you will step into our JLL finance and controllership teams to produce best-in-class reporting for management and external stakeholders. Our interns support a variety of projects, such as preparation of our Forms 10-Q and 10-K, technical accounting and peer/industry research, planning and modeling, and decision-oriented analysis. Each of our interns is assigned to a finance or controllership team for the duration of the program, but there are ample opportunities via our program-wide panel discussions, lunch and learn sessions, etc. to get a glimpse into what other teams and their interns are doing. At the close of the program, all interns will prepare a summary of their contributions to JLL and present this summary to the full 2026 intern cohort, managers, and mentors.
Requirements
- Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Real Estate with an expected graduation date of Spring 2028, or Winter 2027.
- Any adjacent major (e.g., Economics) with some experience/coursework in Accounting with an interest in Real Estate.
- Proficient computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, etc.).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with a team.
- Ability to multitask, work successfully under pressure, and effectively prioritize to meet project deadlines.
- Willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments.
- A desire to work within a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment.
- Permanent work authorization required.
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Responsibilities
- Produce best-in-class reporting for management and external stakeholders.
- Support preparation of Forms 10-Q and 10-K.
- Conduct technical accounting and peer/industry research.
- Assist with planning and modeling.
- Perform decision-oriented analysis.
- Prepare a summary of contributions to JLL and present this summary to the full 2026 intern cohort, managers, and mentors.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
- Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
