Financial Reporting Intern, Fall 2026

RWE; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RWE Americas, LLC in Chicago, IL is offering a full-time, fixed-term internship in Finance / Controlling starting as soon as possible. The role supports the Financial Reporting team with financial reporting, automation initiatives, documentation improvements, and the preparation of quarterly financial statements.

You will gain hands-on experience with IFRS and US GAAP, assist with audit support, and help improve accuracy and efficiency of department operations while collaborating with teammates.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited US university pursuing Accounting or Finance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with data analysis ability.
• Onsite availability in Chicago, IL for fall program.

Responsibilities

• Support accounting and financial reporting teams in preparing and reviewing financial reporting models.
• Enhance Workiva model automation and process efficiency.
• Document financial reporting processes for accuracy and consistency.
• Assist with audit support and external inquiries for financial statements.
• Develop knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP in the renewable energy sector.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Communication skills

Onsite work

Education

Accounting or Finance degree

Tools

Workiva

Job description

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, fixed term

RWE Americas, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, fixed term

Functional area: Finance / Controlling

Remuneration: Non-Exempt

This internship supports the Financial Reporting team by assisting with financial reporting, automation initiatives, documentation improvements, and the preparation of quarterly financial statements. The role provides hands‑on experience with financial reporting processes, audit support, and the renewable energy industry while helping improve the accuracy and efficiency of department operations.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support the accounting and financial reporting teams in the preparation, review, and optimization of financial reporting models
• Enhance Workiva model automation and process efficiency
• Assist in assembling, editing, and standardizing documentation of financial reporting processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and clarity throughout all deliverables
• Collaborate effectively with team members to collect accounting information for audit support, external auditor inquiries, and ad hoc requests related to financial statements
• Develop and expand knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP accounting standards and the renewable energy sector

Job Requirements and Experience:

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in Accounting or Finance at an accredited US university program
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis and optimization to streamline data processing and enhance accuracy and efficiency is a plus
• Ability to work onsite in Chicago, IL throughout the fall program

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Pay range: The hourly base salary range for this position in Illinois is $25.00 - $35.00 for undergraduates and $30.00 - $40.00 for graduates. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Paid time off and Holidays.

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors – Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.