Winter Tax Intern

Job Description

Winter Tax Co-op Intern (2027) | PKF O’Connor Davies

The Tone:
This is a full-time, paid internship at PKF O’Connor Davies, located in Woburn, MA. PKF O’Connor Davies is a top-ranked accounting, tax, and advisory firm with offices across the U.S. and internationally through its PKF global network. For over a century, the firm has built its reputation on deep industry expertise, a personalized approach, and a commitment to delivering real value to clients. The firm’s mission is to provide exceptional service while fostering long-term relationships built on trust and integrity, serving a diverse client base across industries and sectors to help organizations and individuals navigate complex challenges. PKF O’Connor Davies prioritizes its team members’ growth and success, investing in mentorship, professional development, and continuous learning within a collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives. This Winter Tax Co-op Internship allows students to assist in providing quality tax services to the firm’s clients, gaining real-world, hands-on experience, and exploring a career in public accounting during the busy season from mid-January to mid-April.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Woburn, MA
• Pay: $30–$32 hourly
• Team: Interns are assigned to one of the firm’s industry groups, working as a team member on diverse client engagements.
• Mission: To assist in providing quality tax services to the firm’s clients, specifically by assisting in tax scanning and tax return preparation as part of a real-world, hands-on experience during busy season.
• Tech Stack: Microcomputer applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• Foster Relationships: Develop professional relationships with both clients and internal employees, contributing to a collaborative and client-focused environment.
• Maintain Compliance: Become familiar with and consistently adhere to the Firm’s established policies and procedures, ensuring efficient and professional team participation.
• Apply Knowledge: Demonstrate a foundational understanding of basic technical tax requirements relevant to client engagements.
• Execute Preparations: Become proficient in the practical tasks of scanning and accurately preparing various tax returns.
• Master Tools: Develop a comprehensive working knowledge of all microcomputer applications routinely utilized within the firm for tax services.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an entry-level internship. Candidates must have completed at least 75% of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited university.
• Experience: Applicants must be currently eligible to participate in a Co-op program through their university, demonstrating readiness for a structured internship experience.
• Skills: Possess good communication and computer skills. Candidates should be team players, customer-focused, and capable of effectively multitasking.