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Project Administration Officer, Market Dynamics

Trustmark

Project Administration Officer, Market Dynamics

Lake Forest, IL
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    The Trustmark Finance Summer Internship Program provides a strong foundation in Accounting and Finance through diverse assignments in a variety of business areas. Projects may focus on work in Financial Reporting, Insurance Accounting, Investment Accounting, Management Information Reporting, Internal Audit, Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax and Operations.

     

    Students successfully completing an internship after their junior year may be considered for a full-time position upon graduation.  Internships will take place in our corporate headquarters located in Lake Forest, IL or virtually a decision will be made at a later date.

     

    PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

    The program provides challenging, innovative assignments that offer real-world experience in applying business education to short-term projects. You will be working in our Corporate Tax Department.  Our internship will run from June 1, 2021 to August 6, 2021.  TRANSPORTATION AND HOUSING WILL NOT BE PROVIDED. 

     

    AS AN INTERN, YOU WILL RECEIVE: 

    • In-depth education on our organization, our industry and how insurance companies make money.
    • A dedicated manager and a committed mentor who will guide you throughout your prospective internship at Trustmark  
    • A peer “buddy” who will help acclimate you in making the transition to a corporate environment  
    • Opportunities to meet with members of senior leadership and learn about their personal experiences in the insurance industry  
    • The chance to shadow professionals in a variety of disciplines  
    • Professional and personal development activities, and ongoing feedback and coaching on performance  
    • Networking events with peers and members of management  
    • Presentation of your summer project results to senior leadership and the opportunity to gain insightful feedback regarding your achievements.

     

     

    RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

    • Assist with the preparation of the federal and state income tax returns.
    • Identifying, researching and assessing various tax issues.
    • Responding to inquiries from the taxing jurisdictions.
    • Reviewing data input and assisting in the preparation of tax workpapers.
    • Making estimated tax payments.
    • Assisting in other corporate tax areas including sales and use tax compliance and informational reporting.
    • Collaborating and building relationships with other areas of finance.

     

     KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: 

    • In order to qualify, you must be receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance by December 2021 or Spring/Summer 2022.
    • GPA or 3.0 or higher required.
    • Must be able to work 37.5 hours per week.
    • Prior experience in MS Office, specifically Excel a plus.
    • Attention to detail and self-review.
    • Team oriented.
    • Strong organizational and project management skills
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    • Effective problem-solving skills and analytical aptitude
    • Demonstrated leadership ability
    • Interest in the tax profession

     

    Our internship will not only utilize your current skills, but will enhance them as well. Trustmark benefits include an on-site fitness center, subsidized cafeteria, 4½-day work week, casual attire, participation in our enterprise-wide internship lunch-n-learns and social activities!

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

     

    Trustmark is pleased to have earned recognition from the Chicago Tribune as a Chicago Top Workplaces 2020 Award winner.

     

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