Tax Intern

Job Description

Tax Intern (January 2027) | BPM LLP

The Tone:
This is an internship role at BPM LLP, located in various offices across California and Nevada. BPM is a firm that values caring, community, and continuous improvement, striving for innovation through questioning. This role is crucial for supporting BPM’s dedicated Tax experts, providing a foundational opportunity to gain exposure to diverse industries and develop essential tax knowledge within an empowering and inclusive environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time
• Location: In-person Irvine, Las Vegas, Long Beach, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Monica, Santa Rosa, or Walnut Creek
• Pay: $29.00–$33.00 hourly
• Team: Valued member of a team of dedicated Tax experts
• Mission: Gain exposure to a wide range of industries and grow knowledge of Tax with dedicated support.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Prepare: Apply critical analysis to data, preparing meticulous work papers and tax returns in accordance with professional standards for diverse entities and individuals.
• Research: Demonstrate proficiency in identifying, researching, and evaluating complex tax issues while providing informative insights to seniors and managers.
• Maintain: Possess and consistently update comprehensive knowledge of tax laws and regulations, including IRS guidelines, court precedents, and other regulatory bodies’ requirements.
• Develop: Continuously develop skills and knowledge in tax through training programs, staying up to date with accounting and tax standards, and pursuing relevant certifications like the CPA.
• Engage: Participate in regional intern events, executive speaker sessions with firm partners, and collaborate with fellow interns on a project to showcase acquired knowledge and skills.
• Support: Champion sustainable workplace practices by supporting remote-first operations, promoting paperless workflows, and participating in recycling initiatives.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Minimum GPA of 3.0 in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Economics (BS/BA/MSA/MST/Certificate Program), graduating between 2026 – 2029. Entry-Level.
• Experience: Ability to start on January 7, 2027, and work part-time in one of the specified BPM offices, with availability to work at least 30 hours/week from February-April.
• Skills: Strong written and verbal communication abilities, and a demonstrated interest in pursuing or obtaining CPA Educational Licensure Requirements.
• Bonus: Compassionate, proactive, authentic, driven, and resilient individuals who are seeking to be lifelong learners.