Tax Intern, Business Tax Services – JD/LLM
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About KPMG:
KPMG is one of the world’s top tax firms, boasting a dynamic team and a collaborative, future-forward culture that prioritizes employee success. They offer access to an extensive network of specialists and Ignition Centers, where deep industry knowledge combines with cutting-edge technologies to create innovative tax solutions. The firm emphasizes its commitment to its culture, viewing it as an investment in its people, future, and values. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring.
Job Description: Tax Intern, Business Tax Services – JD/LLM
KPMG is seeking a Tax Intern for its Business Tax Services practice. This internship requires enrollment in an accredited college or university pursuing a JD and/or LLM with a tax concentration (or equivalent). Upon completion of the internship, additional academic credits must be left to complete before obtaining a degree and/or CPA eligibility.
Responsibilities:
• Tax Compliance: Perform tax-related tasks involving tax compliance for various clients (partnerships, corporations, and S-corporations).
• Data Analytics: Participate in data analytics assignments utilizing KPMG’s technology. This includes creating tax return work papers and tax returns for corporate clients and coordinating offshore resources.
• Client Relations: Work within a multi-disciplinary team to develop and maintain excellent client relationships.
• Tax Practice Updates: Stay current on current tax practices.
• Technology Proficiency: Develop skills in key technologies used for client service delivery, such as artificial intelligence (AI), Alteryx, and Power BI.
Qualifications:
• Education: Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a JD and/or LLM with a concentration in tax, or an equivalent program. Upon internship completion, additional academic credits must remain to be completed before degree attainment and/or CPA eligibility.
• GPA: Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Bilingualism: Preferred bilingualism in English and Spanish, with the ability to use both languages in a business environment.
• Technical Skills: Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science, or data and analytics is preferred. Demonstrated quality service mindset; strong technical aptitude; critical thinking skills; and proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook). Ability to learn and navigate technologies such as AI, Alteryx, and Power BI.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills; flexible and adaptable team player; resourceful in delivering high-quality work.
• Location & Travel: Must reside within a commutable distance to the office and be able to travel to reasonably commutable work locations using personal transportation. Ability to travel to client premises as needed, sometimes with short notice.
• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without needing employment-based visa sponsorship. No visa sponsorship is available.
Compensation and Benefits: KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and personal well-being benefits. Details on benefits are available on their website. Specific salary ranges may be available on a location-specific basis.
