Intern – State Local Taxation

Job Description

Summer 2027 Intern, Tax Operations | Ryan

The Tone:
This is a summer internship at Ryan. The specific daily work location for the internship is not explicitly stated, however, all summer interns will receive an all-expense-paid trip to Ryan Headquarters in Dallas, TX. Ryan is a global tax services and software provider, specializing in state, local, federal, and international taxation for Fortune 500 and 1,000 clients. This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to significant tax savings for major companies while benefiting from a competitively paid internship, an award-winning culture, robust mentorship opportunities, and valuable networking with industry leaders. Interns will receive comprehensive training and development aimed at cultivating the most seasoned tax professionals in the industry.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Team: Team-based environment, collaborating with subject matter experts.
• Mission: Identify tax savings opportunities for Fortune 500 and 1,000 clients.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet navigation and research.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Service: Provide exceptional client service to multi-state companies, focusing on identifying significant tax savings opportunities.
• Tax Controversies: Assist multi-state companies with state and local tax controversies, including preparing clients for discussions with auditors, representing clients at hearings and appeal meetings, and preparing protests.
• Technical Research: Conduct thorough research and subsequently draft comprehensive technical memoranda regarding complex state and local tax questions or issues.
• Inquiry Management: Formulate timely and accurate responses to inquiries from clients, as well as official requests received from tax authorities.
• Data Analysis: Rigorously review essential documentation, conduct in-depth research on specific issues, and work with raw data to complete detailed tax calculations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an entry-level internship position for individuals actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Business Operations, Business Analytics, or another business-related field. Candidates must anticipate graduating within one year of the internship.
• Experience: Applicants should maintain a minimum overall and major GPA of 2.8. A foundational understanding of accounting principles is necessary, demonstrated by completing a minimum of 6 to 12 accounting hours, depending on the specific practice area.
• Skills: Candidates must demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and effective communication skills. The role requires the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments, navigate ambiguity, and work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team with professionals at all levels. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is also essential, along with general internet navigation and research capabilities.