Corporate Tax Intern - Summer 2026

Company Overview

Encore is a global leader in event production, supporting meeting and event professionals with event technology, production, tradeshow and exhibition services. Known for its award-winning customer service, the company is guided by its purpose to connect and inspire, supporting more than 2,200 premier event venues, including hotels, convention centers and corporate campuses worldwide. Encore is one of the 2025 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and has been a certified Great Place To Work™ for four years running, reflecting the company's investment in its people as the foundation of customer success. Headquartered in Schiller Park, Illinois, Encore operates in 22 countries across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and Asia Pacific.

Position Overview

Corporate Tax Internship position is designed to provide participants with a broad exposure to the tax function with an emphasis on federal, state, and international tax reporting as well as providing support for tax accounting and a general understanding of the Company’s effective tax rate.  The Tax Intern will also assist in the preparation of corporate tax return work papers. 

This position is based in Schiller Park, IL.  Temporary housing is not provided for this role.  

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing work papers and schedules for use in preparing Federal income tax returns, estimates, and provision
• Assist in preparing work papers and schedules for use in preparing State income tax returns, estimates, and provision
• Prepare spreadsheets to assist in sales and use tax filings, along with other relevant activities
• Perform general administrative tasks and other essential duties as needed.
• Assist in research of fundamental tax issues as needed.

Required Skills:

• To be successful in this role the intern must be detail-oriented, able to multi-task, a team player, and deadline-driven; possess strong organizational and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Working towards a degree in Accounting or Finance
• Time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic PC skills with a working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

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The compensation offered for this role is determined based on the qualifications outlined in the job posting for the specified location. Final compensation is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant work experience, or particular skills and expertise. In addition, some positions may be eligible for other compensation such as potential overtime, bonuses or incentives.

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