Tax intern

Job Description

Winter Internship 2027 | Tax Intern | San Diego | Citrin Cooperman

The Tone:
This is a Winter Internship position at Citrin Cooperman, located in San Diego, CA. Citrin Cooperman offers a work environment that cultivates professional growth and collaboration. The company actively seeks talented individuals who contribute fresh perspectives, possess a problem-solving mindset, and demonstrate sharp technical expertise. Recognizing that candidates have choices, Citrin Cooperman’s team is dedicated to supporting professional development. The firm provides competitive compensation and benefits, emphasizing the flexibility to manage personal and professional life. This Tax Intern role is specifically designed to provide tools and training to gain professional skills and experience, structured as a learning experience that combines academic theory with real-world applications during the busy season, typically from early January to April or May.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal, Part-time
• Location: In-person San Diego, CA

• Mission: This role provides an opportunity to gain professional skills and real-world experience by assisting with tax preparation and administrative tasks during the busy season.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite, tax preparation software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Prepare: Prepare tax returns and tax extensions.
• Organize: Organize tax information to support tax processes.
• Assist: Assist with tax notices and examinations as needed.
• Maintain: Maintain working knowledge of the tax preparation software utilized in the office.
• Perform: Perform various administrative tasks to support the team.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Candidates must be an undergraduate student, specifically in their junior year or the year prior to their intended graduation, depending on whether they are enrolled in a 4-year or 5-year academic program. Successful completion of at least one tax-related class is a prerequisite for this role.
• Experience: Requires the flexibility to commit to a minimum of 25 hours of work each week. Must also have the flexibility to work weekends as needed to support busy season demands. Candidates should maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.
• Skills: Possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Must be detail oriented and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bonus: Participation in the VITA Program is a preferred qualification.