Intern / Trainee

Job Description

About PwC

PwC is a leading professional services firm with a global presence. They offer a wide range of services, including tax advisory, assurance, consulting, and deals. Their focus is on helping clients meet their tax obligations, manage tax risks, and implement tax strategies that align with their business goals.

Job Description – Intern / Trainee

This is an entry-level position within PwC’s Tax services. Interns and trainees work as part of a team, helping to solve complex business problems related to:

• Tax Compliance: Ensuring clients meet their tax obligations by adhering to relevant laws and regulations.
• Tax Planning: Developing strategies to minimize tax liabilities and optimize tax efficiency.
• Tax Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential tax risks for clients.
• Tax Disputes: Resolving disagreements with tax authorities.
• Tax Accounting and Reporting: Managing tax-related accounting and reporting requirements.

Specific projects you’ll be involved in:

• International tax
• Mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
• State and local tax accounting
• Regulatory processes
• Tax reporting and strategy

Skills and Responsibilities:

• PwC Professional: You’ll be expected to embrace the PwC Professional framework, which emphasizes:
• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• High-quality work
• Staying up-to-date with industry developments
• Responsible data handling
• Effective communication
• Collaboration and embracing different viewpoints
• Ethical conduct

Preferred Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree
• Preferred fields of study: Taxation, Accounting
• Preferred cumulative GPA: 3.0
• Certification(s) Preferred: You’ll need to meet all educational requirements for relevant professional licenses before starting full-time.
• Preferred Knowledge/Skills:
• Research and analysis of tax laws, regulations, and client matters.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Self-motivation and commitment to professional development.
• Understanding of federal and state tax laws.
• Ability to research industry trends and develop insights.
• Experience with automation and digitization in professional services.

JD/LLM Opportunities:

• SALT: State and Local Tax practice focuses on consulting across a variety of tax areas, including asset management, income/franchise tax planning, dispute resolution, sales and use tax, employment taxes, and more.
• Real Estate: Advises clients on federal, local, and international tax matters related to real estate transactions (mergers, acquisitions, investments, etc.).
• ITS: International Tax Services helps clients manage their global tax needs, including cross-border tax issues, global tax rates, and regulatory compliance.
• M&A: Merger and Acquisition Tax practice assists clients with various aspects of M&A transactions, including restructuring, divestiture, and partnerships.

Overall:

This internship/trainee program offers a solid foundation for a career in tax services at PwC. You’ll gain valuable experience, develop professional skills, and be exposed to a range of exciting tax-related projects.