Intern – Audit & Tax

Job Description

2027 Audit or Tax Intern | Plante Moran

The Tone:
This is a hybrid internship position at Plante Moran, with compensation ranges applicable across offices in CO, IL, OH, and MA, implying in-person engagement is valued. Plante Moran is recognized as one of the nation’s largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms, known for its world-class culture. This internship is designed to foster professional growth, provide meaningful work, and ensure interns contribute to assuring organizations’ financial health. Interns are treated like entry-level staff, gaining valuable experience and the flexibility to craft business solutions.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid – Chicago, IL
• Pay: $33–$36 hourly
• Mission: Help instill confidence in organizations large and small by assuring their financial health.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Engagement Participation: Participate in different phases of audit and/or tax engagements for clients.
• Core Activities: Plan, test, research, and report on various financial matters.
• Document Handling: Work with compilations, reviews, compliance, financial statements, and benefit plans.
• Tax Preparation: Engage in corporate, partnership, individual, international federal, and state & local taxes.
• Client Interaction: Conduct meaningful interactions with staff at all levels and with a diverse range of clients.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting, or a Master’s degree in accounting or tax, with the intent to return to school after the internship.
• Experience: Currently a student on track to complete the necessary degree and credits to sit for the CPA exam.
• Skills: Demonstrate detail-oriented leadership with strong problem-solving, communication, and analytical abilities, maintaining a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.