Intern – Taxation

Job Description

Summer 2027 Intern, Real Property Tax | Ryan

The Tone:
This is a summer internship at Ryan, a firm specializing in state, local, federal, and international taxation for Fortune 500 and 1,000 clients. While the daily work location is not specified, all summer interns receive an all-expense-paid trip to Ryan Headquarters in Dallas, TX. This role is crucial for identifying tax savings opportunities for multi-state companies and developing the next generation of tax professionals through hands-on training and mentorship.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: Not specified for daily work; includes a trip to Dallas, TX Headquarters.

• Team: Team-based environment, collaborating with subject matter experts.
• Mission: Identify tax savings opportunities for Fortune 500 and 1,000 clients and develop expertise in various tax fields.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft® Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet navigation and research.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Service: Provide exceptional service to multi-state companies by identifying tax savings opportunities.
• Controversy Assistance: Assist companies with state and local tax controversies, including preparing for auditor discussions, representing clients at hearings, and preparing protests.
• Technical Research: Research and draft technical memoranda regarding state and local tax questions or issues.
• Inquiry Response: Respond to client inquiries and requests received from tax authorities.
• Data Analysis: Review documentation, research issues, and work with raw data to complete detailed calculations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, or Economics, with an anticipated graduation date within one year of the internship.
• Experience: Minimum of 6–12 Accounting hours, depending on the practice area.
• Skills: Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and communication skills, ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, manage ambiguity, and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Bonus: Minimum Overall and Major GPA of 2.8; valid driver’s license required.