Accounting/Finance Intern, PA Tax, Summer 2027

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Allentown, PA, USA
In-Office
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The Role
Full-time summer accounting and finance intern supporting Pennsylvania tax activities. Responsibilities include assisting with federal, state, and international tax returns, entering data into tax software, generating forms for review, conducting preliminary tax research, and completing assigned duties. The role requires full-time enrollment in a bachelor's accounting program, basic accounting knowledge, computer and communication skills, Excel proficiency, and a minimum 3.0 GPA.
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Company Summary Statement As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities — PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy — provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today. Overview

Accounting/Finance Intern, PA Tax, Summer 2027


A PPL Intern/Co-op is a temporarily employed full-time college student in an accredited four-year institution of higher learning, who is offered a program designed to give college students practical work experience in their field of study. This program often helps students determine career interests. Beyond the scope of the actual tasks performed, the student becomes familiar with a corporate environment and gains practical skills and knowledge to supplement their classroom experience. Joining PPL as an intern/co-op provides you with the opportunity to explore possible career opportunities along with:

  • Meeting senior executives
  • Becoming members of business resource groups
  • Participating in community service projects
  • Contributing to departmental goals.

This intern position is responsible for performing and/or coordinating treasury, accounting and / or tax duties.  This position will be full-time (40 hours/week) during summers. Afterward, the Company will be flexible in the part-time work schedule in the office 3 days/ week (Monday-Friday) based on the student's class schedule.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Enrolled in school full time (at least 12 credit hours/semester) pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a declared major in accounting. 

  • Must have a basic understanding of financial and accounting theory / principles.
  • Must possess strong computer skills and be proficient with Excel spreadsheets.
  • Familiarity with PowerPoint and Word is desired.
  • Good communication skills are a must, both written and verbal.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA

Responsibilities

Responsibilities: 

  • Assist in preparation of federal, state, and international tax returns.
  • Utilize tax software to input data accurately and generate tax return forms for review.
  • Conduct preliminary tax-related research to support corporate tax positions.
  • Performs other duties as directed or assigned.

Skills Required

  • Currently enrolled full time, taking at least 12 credit hours per semester, at an accredited four-year institution
  • Pursuing a bachelor's degree with a declared major in accounting
  • Basic understanding of financial and accounting theory and principles
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency with Excel spreadsheets
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Familiarity with PowerPoint and Word
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The Company
HQ: Allentown, PA
5,415 Employees
Year Founded: 1920

What We Do

We understand the decisions we make today can help shape our energy future for generations to come. That’s why we are committed to growing and innovating in responsible, reliable ways that benefits customers, shareowners, employees and the communities we serve. This commitment comes to life through efforts across our business to build a smarter energy grid while advancing a cleaner energy future. PPL Corporation and the PPL family of companies power the lives and businesses of about 3.5 million customers in the United States. Our high-performing utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities, PPL Electric Utilities and Rhode Island Energy, are addressing challenges head on by building smarter, more resilient and more dynamic power grids and advancing sustainable energy solutions. Headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania, PPL is a Fortune 500 company that employs more than 6,700 people in the U.S. Our employees fuel our innovation and growth, and we are committed to providing an inclusive, empowering work environment where all can reach their greatest potential. Experience what makes people unique. www.pplweb.com/careers

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