Tax Intern

UL Standards & Engagement • Evanston, IL

23h • Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a Tax Intern at UL Standards & Engagement, based in our Evanston, Illinois, office. The Tax Intern will gain hands-on experience and exposure to treasury operations within a dynamic organization. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in pursuing a career in Finance. UL Standards & Engagement: At UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE), we expand the boundaries of safety science to create a more secure and sustainable world. For more than a century, we have created new safety standards and shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries. We identify critical safety and sustainability issues, asking the tough questions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge. Build a safer, more secure, and sustainable future with us. Join us and work with our Standards teams who develop the standards required to put that knowledge into practice. What you’ll learn and achieve: As the Tax Intern you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you: Assist with the preparation and review of not‑for‑profit tax filings, including Forms 990, 990T, 926, 8865 and 5471. Support tax research on issues related to exempt‑organization compliance, IRS regulations, state charitable registrations, and unrelated business income (UBI). Help compile, organize, and analyze financial data for tax reporting purposes. Participate in review meetings to gain exposure to variance analysis, expenditure monitoring, and financial controls relevant to tax requirements. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (finance, legal, programs, development) to gather information required for tax filings and compliance processes. Perform ad hoc tax analyses and support special projects as assigned. Other Treasury duties as assigned. What you’ll experience working at UL Standards & Engagement: We have pursued our mission of working for a safer, more secure, and sustainable world for nearly 130 years, embedding conscientious stewardship into everything we do. People: Our people make us special. You’ll work with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency and build a network, because our approach is collaborative. We collaborate across disciplines, organizations, and geographies to build the global scientific response that today’s global challenges require. Interesting work: Every day is different for us here. We see what’s on the horizon and use our expertise to build the foundations of a safer future. You’ll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good. Grow and achieve: We learn, work, and grow together through targeted development, reward, and recognition programs. Values. Four core values guide our work: collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence. By living our values, we inspire the trust essential to fulfilling our mission and foster the partnerships that enable us to pursue a beneficent future in which we all can thrive. What makes you a great fit: While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes:

Requirements

• Positive and collaborative, strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with others across the organization.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Office 365 and able to learn new software applications.
• Strong technical aptitude and a genuine passion for finance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take direction and show initiative but also work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Tax, Finance Economics, or a related field.
• Available to work full-time during the internship period.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in taxation or nonprofit accounting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and review of not‑for‑profit tax filings, including Forms 990, 990T, 926, 8865 and 5471.
• Support tax research on issues related to exempt‑organization compliance, IRS regulations, state charitable registrations, and unrelated business income (UBI).
• Help compile, organize, and analyze financial data for tax reporting purposes.
• Participate in review meetings to gain exposure to variance analysis, expenditure monitoring, and financial controls relevant to tax requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (finance, legal, programs, development) to gather information required for tax filings and compliance processes.
• Perform ad hoc tax analyses and support special projects as assigned.
• Other Treasury duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern