Textron Inc. - Tax Department Intern Rotational Program

TEXTRON INC.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title:                                        Tax Department Intern Rotational Program

Department:                                          Corporate Tax Department

Location:                                                   Providence, RI

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We are known for our powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat and Textron Off Road. We are a multi-industry company with a global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses that provide our customers with innovative products and services. Our worldwide presence is powered by the talent of more than 36,000 people, each of whom brings their unique experience, skills and perspective to our team.  

JOB SUMMARY

The Tax Department is currently seeking rising Juniors [DL1]  who are interested in learning about and possibly pursuing a career in Tax to join our year-round Tax Department Intern Rotational Program.  Our rotational program interns will work in all aspects of income taxes from compliance and reporting to research and audit defense.  The program cycles our interns through domestic and US/Non US international compliance and reporting, transfer pricing, audit defense, and research.  The internship requires 15-20 hours per week during the school year and full-time during vacation periods.

RESPONSIBILITIES (may include, but not limited to)

As a tax department intern, you will gain experience within the following areas:

Compliance

Working with tax professionals to understand and complete basic state and local income tax returns; estimated state income tax payments; supporting the Federal income tax return; and learning tax software.

Reporting and Cash Tax Forecasting

Supporting the tax reporting team during monthly and quarterly income tax forecasting and monthly cash tax forecasting.

Transfer Pricing

Assist the transfer pricing team on business unit specific projects focused on implementing appropriate intercompany pricing for products and services.

Research

Engage in income tax research as guided by our tax attorneys and/or our tax professionals and drafting memos in support of research.

Audit Defense

Provide audit defense support by assisting with the drafting of responses to IRS information requests and/or state income tax notices.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

·       Demonstrated ability to learn & grow technical skills

·       Established work ethic with proven record of achievement & ability to transition to independently working

·       [DL2] Strong communication and interpersonal skills

·       Intermediate experience using Microsoft Excel [DL3] and Word

·       Protect and maintain the privacy of employee personnel records including, but not limited to, personal compensation information about employees

·       Perform other duties and projects as assigned

·       Open to future career development opportunities within Textron

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

·       Strong academic performance[DL4]  with experience working on group projects a plus

·       Finance and/or Accounting Major

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 [DL1]Are we limiting to rising juniors only?   Also, should list that this is a year-round opportunity and the number of hours we expect the interns to work during school year.

 [DL2]Listed in Education section

 [DL3]At an intermediate level?  Would be good to know the level of experience

 [DL4]We use 3.0 as our threshold.  May want to include experience on projects?

University of Rhode Island Alumni Association - Marketing and Communications Internship

University of Rhode Island Alumni Association

Marketing and Communications Internship

Fall 2017

Title: Marketing and Communications Intern

Reports To: Samantha Rodrigues, Specialist, URI Alumni Association

Working Hours: 8 hours per week (3 Credits)

Roles and Responsibilities: Intern performs a wide variety of critical tasks in the day-to-day marketing and communications operations of the Alumni Association office.

The intern will work closely with the programming team. Primary intern responsibilities include:

• Create unique content for web, including conducting alumni interviews, creating contests, and polls
• Monitor and post on social networks
• Social media and website analytics
• Assist in the creation of creative event promotion, including event signage, e-mail campaigns, and video
• Assist in the distribution or delivery of marketing materials
• Contribute to website design
• Participate in programming meetings, as well as opportunities for other various meetings, as seen appropriate by advisor

Interns are expected to produce accurate, timely, and engaging content for the Alumni Association’s social media channels and website. They are expected to be receptive to editing of their work, understanding that this is a learning opportunity. Guidelines will be given on how to approach particular stories or situations and how to work with various aspects of the community.

Qualifications: Intern candidates must possess strong writing skills and have the willingness to improve their skills through their work. This intern should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment, and will finish the internship having gained broad experience in various aspects of marketing, communications, alumni relations, and event planning. It is essential that applicants to this position have excellent communication skills, demonstrate creativity, and understand the importance of attending to even the smallest details. Excellent oral communication skills are a must since interns will need to interview and speak with alumni. We are seeking an intern who can participate in various stages of print, and web, and social media marketing with strong written skills to develop content for various web and social media needs.

Since interns represent the Alumni Association, University, and its administration, they are expected to dress professionally and appropriately during office hours.

Reliability is critical, so they are expected to call or email the office when they will be late or absent because of illness, academic commitments or family emergencies.

Requirements: Students applying for this internship should be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior majoring in Communications, Marketing, or Public Relations. This person should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with extensive knowledge of web and social media, and Microsoft Office. Photoshop, InDesign, Google Analytics, and/or HTML experience is a bonus, and applicants possessing this experience will be given priority consideration.

Majors: Sophomore, Junior, or Senior level - Marketing, Public Relations, Communications

This position is flexible in terms of days and hours, as well as fulfilling the experience you are seeking. Roles and responsibilities can be modified to meet your goals for development.

Textron - Accounting/Finance Career Night

ACCOUNTING/FINANCE MAJORS: Interested in attending Textron's Career Night? RSVP before Monday, 9/18.

Mansion Nursing & Rehabilitation Center: Office Assistant

Office Assistant

Seeking a sophomore or junior college student, preferably with an accounting, nursing, healthcare, general business or Supply Chain major to function as Office Assistant in a busy long term care facility.

Responsibilities include:

• answering telephones
• managing daily mail
• filing
• processing new resident and new employee information
• maintaining records
• assisting administrator and director of nursing with their daily agenda
• assisting in business operations such as accounts payable and management of the medical supply inventory system.

Some responsibilities of this position are flexible and can be tailored to fit a strong candidate’s skill set. Once assimilated to the role, a specific project can be laid out for a candidate seeking internship credits.

20 hour position. $11.50 per hour.

Send resume to: administrator@mansionnursing.com

Applications - RMA Foundation Scholarships

Applications will be accepted September 11-October 22.

Students can visit www.rmahq.org/scholarship for more information and to apply. Thank you for your support in grooming the next generation of financial professionals.

Aerotek Open House - Boston

Allegro Microsystems - Channel Business Analyst

Channel Business Analyst (Manchester, NH)

Overview

The Global Distribution team is seeking an individual who would be responsible for timely processing of global distributor submissions, stock rotations, return  material authorizations, and asset management.

Job Responsibilities:

•  Reconcile POS, Inventory and Ship & Debit Claim submissions using Model N platform
• Interact with global distributors to manage any discrepancies, corrections, or reporting issues
•  Asset Management         
• Perform quarterly distribution stock rotations which would include working with distributor, finance, and business unit representatives
• Proactively work with distributors on seeding the channel with new products utilizing Release to Market notifications and related duties

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in related field

·         Minimum 3 years-worth of relevant work experience

·         Proficient with Microsoft office suite of products

·         Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize work

·         Excellent, verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

·         Team oriented

·         Experience with Oracle and Tableau encouraged to apply

TO APPLY: Send questions, resumes and cover letters to Alicia Mayer <alicia_mayer@my.uri.edu>