Tax Intern

Job Description

Tax Intern – Peak Season 2027 | Clark Schaefer Hackett

The Tone:
This is an internship at Clark Schaefer Hackett, located in Cincinnati, OH / Northern Kentucky, for the peak tax season of 2027. Clark Schaefer Hackett is dedicated to developing talent and providing valuable opportunities for professional growth within the accounting field. This Tax Intern role offers a hands-on experience, allowing individuals to work alongside seasoned professionals, apply academic knowledge to real-world tax engagements, and contribute to impactful projects. It is designed to sharpen essential tax preparation skills, gain exposure to diverse client scenarios, and build a strong foundation for future career success.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship / Volunteer
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Cincinnati, OH / Northern Kentucky

• Mission: This role focuses on supporting clients by navigating complex tax regulations and ensuring accurate, compliant tax preparation during a critical peak season.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Prepare: Accurately prepare Fiduciary (1041) and Individual (1040) tax returns, ensuring full compliance with current tax regulations.
• Support: Assist diligently with tax extensions and provide comprehensive support for various tax engagements as required.
• Organize: Systematically gather, verify, and meticulously organize client financial data for efficient and precise tax preparation processes.
• Apply: Learn and effectively apply relevant Internal Revenue Service (IRS) codes and regulations to a variety of client tax situations.
• Collaborate: Work collaboratively with team members to meet established deadlines and deliver high-quality, accurate tax-related deliverables.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program specializing in accounting, finance, or a closely related field, demonstrating a foundational understanding of accounting principles through completed coursework in Financial and Managerial Accounting.
• Experience: Proficiency in utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, for data management, document creation, and presentations.
• Skills: Possession of strong analytical abilities for data interpretation, effective problem-solving skills to address tax complexities, and clear communication skills for team and client interactions.
• Bonus: A minimum GPA of 3.0 or above; and availability to work full-time (40-55 hours per week), including potential overtime hours during the intensive tax season.