Tax Intern – Taxation

Job Description

Accounting Methods and Periods Tax Intern – Winter 2027 | RSM US LLP

The Tone:
This is an internship at RSM US LLP, requiring travel to client locations. RSM stands as the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally. The firm’s core purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering clients and its people to realize their full potential. This role contributes to RSM’s commitment to delivering exceptional service and fostering a supportive environment where individuals can thrive personally and professionally. As an Accounting Methods and Periods Tax Intern, you will play a vital role in supporting clients across various tax specialty areas, preparing returns, conducting essential research, and understanding complex tax regulations.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: Requires travel to assigned client locations
• Pay: $36–$43 hourly
• Team: Part of a team focused on a wide range of tax specialty areas including accounting for income taxes, accounting methods and periods, and corporate taxation.
• Mission: This role contributes to client confidence by assisting with tax planning, research, and preparation of federal and state & local tax returns.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate as part of a team focusing on a wide range of tax specialty areas, which include accounting for income taxes, accounting methods and periods, corporate taxation, federal credits and incentives, individual taxation, mergers and acquisitions, pass-through entity taxation, private client services, and not for profit organizations.
• Tax Planning & Research: Execute essential tax planning and research activities to support diverse client needs.
• Return Preparation: Accurately prepare both federal and state & local tax returns.
• Regulatory Understanding: Develop a foundational understanding of current tax regulations and accounting pronouncements relevant to client engagements.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an entry-level internship position for candidates currently working towards a B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited university. Applicants must be majoring in Accounting and have completed a minimum of 90 credit hours.
• Experience: Requires the ability to travel to assigned client locations. Candidates must have access to and be able to arrange for the use of reliable modes of transportation to these locations.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required for this role.
• Bonus: A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred. Candidates should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to work effectively as part of a team and to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment is also preferred.