Tax Intern, Core Tax Services – Core Tax Services

Job Description

Tax Intern, Core Tax Services – Winter 2028 (Cleveland/Akron) | BDO USA

The Tone:
This is a winter internship at BDO USA, located in Cleveland/Akron, OH. BDO is a global professional services firm that provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world, and is an ESOP company. This role is crucial for energetic self-starters, offering a hands-on perspective on the firm’s practices and people, allowing you to begin forging critical relationships while contributing to client service by preparing tax returns under supervision. It provides meaningful work with leaders invested in your success, shaping a career built on care, curiosity, and growth.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal/Temporary
• Location: In-person Cleveland, OH
• Pay: $33–$37 hourly
• Team: Core Tax Services team, reporting to experienced professionals
• Mission: This intern prepares tax returns and extensions to help the firm’s clients comply with tax authorities and minimize their tax and reporting burdens.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), tax software applications, online research tools

What You’ll Actually Do
• Tax Compliance: Prepare tax returns and extensions, ensuring client compliance with authorities while minimizing their tax and reporting burdens.
• File Management: Effectively use referencing systems and workpapers that tie to the return, organizing files to minimize rework by reviewers.
• Tax Accruals & Notices: Assist with components of income tax provisions (ASC 740) and help with responses to notices from the Internal Revenue Service.
• Tax Research: Operate online research tools to gather pertinent tax information and monitor tax law developments regularly.
• Client Support: Develop and communicate viewpoints on how tax developments might affect clients, assisting with the projection of year-end filings and data collection.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level position; enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Accounting or other relevant field.
• Experience: No specific years required; leadership experience is preferred.
• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team setting; positive attitude and willingness to learn; ability to prepare simple tax returns.
• Bonus: Pursuing a Master’s degree in Accounting or other relevant field; actively pursuing school credits to become a CPA.