Accounting Summer 2026 Internship - Westmont, IL

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About Corporate Functions :

Corporate Functions is the business line that focuses on the departments and people who help keep JLL running including, HR, Finance, Marketing, and Operations.

We are seeking interns to join our growing Accounting team! As a Summer Intern in Client Accounting Services, you will :

• Assist in preparing financial statements for a portfolio of properties, including General Ledger month-end close, actual to budget variance review, cash management, bank reconciliations and spreadsheet preparation.
• Assist in preparing additional schedules, which are required to support account balances or are specifically required by owners.
• Ensure that all bank statements are reconciled on a timely basis and follow-up on all outstanding checks and reconciling items monthly.
• Assist with and perform any other duties as needed or assigned.

Program Detail :

Dates : June 1, 2026 - August 7, 2026

Location : Westmont, IL | On-site

Hourly Compensation : 21-23 / hour

Education, Skills, and Experience :

Senior Year | Part-Time Work & Post-Graduation Opportunity :

Accounting Interns may be granted the opportunity to stay on part-time during their last year of school and be able to convert to Full-Time Accounting Associate Rotational Program after graduation, which opens the door to be able to rotate through four roles within accounting over two-year period. Each rotation will provide an opportunity to participate in the daily activities of a specific area, allowing you to learn about the interactions between functions and gain valuable knowledge and experience that can be leveraged as you progress in your career at JLL.

We do not offer relocation assistance or housing for our internship program.

Permanent US work authorization required.

About our Internship Program

Take the opportunity to start your career early in the commercial real estate field! Spend time learning what it's like to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, team-orientated environment at JLL. Interns are an important part of what makes JLL a great place to work. Within our program, interns are an integral part of our team working alongside real estate analyst, transactional professionals and other associates. You will gain valuable insight into the commercial real estate industry while being exposed to multiple lines of business over the course of your internship.

Estimated compensation for this position :

8,400.00 - 9,200.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location :

On-site -Westmont, IL

Job Tags : GlobalEC

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth :

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include :

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