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2028 National Tax Office & Transactional Specialist Intern

On-site · Chicago, Illinois, United States or Detroit, Michigan, United States

Type
Internship
Level
Entry Level
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company size
Large

Job Summary

National Tax Office & Transactional Specialist Intern role: You’ll be treated like entry-level staff while gaining exposure across service lines. Responsibilities include researching complex tax issues and writing technical memoranda, assisting with international tax structuring and transactional tax matters, preparing tax returns, contributing to National Tax Office functions (e.g., writing internal/external tax alerts on current developments), supporting internal tax education, handling tax aspects of transactions, and collaborating with engagement teams and clients. You will deepen knowledge in tax consulting through exposure to multiple service lines, with opportunities for interaction across staff levels. Ideal candidates are detailed, analytical, and possess strong communication skills, with demonstrated (or planned) tax coursework and a passion for tax law. Education pursued should align with a Bachelor’s in accounting or a Master’s in accounting/tax, or be on track for an LLM/JD/CPA license; minimum GPA of 3.0. The role is non-exempt and may require local, national, and occasional international travel; travel expectations are noted in the posting. The firm emphasizes culture, diversity, and an inclusive environment, and outlines eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship, with exceptions for bilingual candidates (Japanese/English or Chinese/English). A robust benefits package and structured compensation considerations are described, with locations in multiple U.S. offices listed explicitly. The posting invites applicants to submit resumes via the firm’s applicant tracking system.

Required Qualifications

  • Pursuing a Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in accounting; or Master's degree in accounting or tax
  • LLM, JD, or CPA license (pursuing or in process)
  • Academic success (minimum cumulative GPA 3.0)
  • Detail-oriented with problem solving, communication, and analytical skills
  • Strong interest in tax law and completed/planned tax courses before graduation
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