Job Description

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW

As part of our McFamily, you will have the opportunity to learn about our business from both a corporate and restaurant level. Over the summer, you will have the opportunity to participate in our Executive Speaker Series to hear from our top leaders around the business, Lunch and Learns to showcase the unique departments we have at McDonald’s like Restaurant Architecture, Happy Meal Team, and Ronald McDonald House Charities, our eight Employee Business Networks, and Developmental Training Sessions. You will work on value-add projects and be able to hone in on your presentation skills. We believe that we are #BetterTogether, so we value the power of networking at McDonald’s. We help encourage networking by setting up Peer Lunches, Social Activities, and 1:1 networking opportunities with leaders from the business. Our internship is best for rising seniors who thrive in fast-paced environments and love a challenge!

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

McDonald’s Global Tax is part of McDonald’s Global Finance organization, and is responsible for managing and advising the business on significant tax matters including audits, cross border tax risks, and potential tax impacts of business plans. Global Tax is also responsible for complying with external reporting requirements (including ASC 740) and ensuring that federal, state, and international compliance obligations are known and develops and implements sufficient procedures and controls to understand and manage these obligations while ensuring the overall integrity of the tax returns.

Qualifications

WHY WE’LL HIRE YOU

You are a strong candidate if you:

• You’re a Junior working towards your Bachelor’s degree with a graduation date in Fall 2022 or Spring 2023
• Preferred majors include: Accounting or Business
• Have a passion for continuous process improvement, learning new technology, and pursuing a career in tax
• Can WORK 10-15 HOURS PER WEEK AT MCDONALD’S HQ IN CHICAGO STARTING FROM MARCH 7TH-JUNE 3RD.
• Can WORK THE REMAINDER OF THE INTERNSHIP MONDAY-FRIDAY DURING ALL 10 WEEKS of the summer program internship at 40 hrs/week from JUNE 6TH-AUGUST 12TH. 
• Have communication skills that are strong and adapt based on your audience
•  You’re committed to a culture of inclusiveness
• You want to impact the modern era of McDonald’s
•  Must be fully vaccinated (i.e., at least 2 weeks after last dose) for COVID-19 and, if hired, present proof of vaccination by start date

WHY YOU’LL WANT THIS JOB

You’ll enjoy a flexible work environment where you can think critically and feed your need (and ours!) for restless innovation. After initial training, you’ll dive in with your full-time team to learn the business, meet leaders within the organization, and seek projects that will leave a lasting impact. We designed this internship to provide a smooth transition into McDonald’s so you don’t have to worry – if you bring your curiosity and work ethic, we will bring the know-how. You will receive mentorship from industry leaders who want you to succeed and take pride in guiding you to develop into a McDonald’s future leader.

In addition, the capabilities you will acquire set you up for a variety of career paths depending on your interests and strengths, so know that beginning your career in the McDonald’s Corporate Internship gives you early access to our full-time post-graduation opportunities.

HOW YOU’LL BE COMPENSATED

You’ll be lovin’ your compensation which will include:

• $25/Hour (Expect to work 40 hrs each week)
• Housing Stipend
• McDPerks (discounted museum tickets, movie tickets, car rentals)
• Access to our world-class headquarters and facilities (gym, company events, rooftop patio)
• Company-sponsored social and networking events
• Eligible for Summer Hours

Additional Information

McDonald’s is committed to providing qualified individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their jobs. Additionally, if you (or another applicant of whom you are aware) require assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise seek assistance in the application process, please contact US-UniversityPrograms@us.mcd.com

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