Join the FHLBC team!

At the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, employees come first - that's why we offer a highly competitive compensation and bonus package, and access to a comprehensive benefits program designed to meet the needs of our employees.

* Medical, dental and vision insurance
* Retirement program (401k and Pension)
* Generous PTO plan
* 11 paid holidays per year
* Hybrid working model (effective February 22, 2022)
* Casual dress code

An internship with The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago is not like your average internship. We can offer you a dynamic, collaborative and team-focused environment you won't find anywhere else. You will be engaged in projects that will provide you with real world, hands-on experience in the exciting world of financial services. We are currently seeking an intern to work in our Financial Accounting and Markets (FAM) - Accounting/Internal Reporting department.

Successful individuals should be following an academic track in accounting, or other business discipline. Individuals should also be proficient in Microsoft products, especially Excel skills.

This is a unique opportunity to work at a diverse financial institution. You will assist with projects that include coordinating internal requests/communications, report generation, financial analysis, internal meeting presentations, etc. In addition, you will learn and work in the Bank's financial and governance, risk and compliance applications. Cross departmental interaction (both in person and virtual) is an integral part of the intern's responsibilities and activities and will involve the following:

• Analyze and reconcile specified balance sheet and income statement accounts on a monthly basis
• Compile and analyze financial information to help prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Perform accounts payable processing and supplier payments
• Support annual operating expense and capital budgeting process
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures
• Annual IRS reporting
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end financial close
• Assist in the execution of, development of, and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures and controls in accordance with sound accounting principles, applicable regulations and laws, as well as best practices
• Independently identify and resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities
• Participate in internal and external audits
• Assess and advise on operational process improvement opportunities

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Supporting activities to promote and maintain internal and external customer expectations within the organization.
• Bringing new ideas and skills to bring operational efficiency to the team and/or financial reporting group at large.

REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants should be enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited institution.
• Should have a GPA of at least 3.0 and be in good academic standing.
• Desired fields of study include Accounting or other Business discipline.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• The start/end date and work hours may be flexible based on school schedule with maximum 7.5 hour work day, 20+ hours a week.