Tax intern

Job Description

Winter Internship 2027 | Tax Intern | Florham Park | Citrin Cooperman

The Tone:
This is a Winter Internship at Citrin Cooperman, located in Florham Park. Citrin Cooperman provides a work environment that fosters professional growth and collaboration, actively seeking talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives, a problem-solving mindset, and sharp technical expertise. The firm emphasizes supporting the professional development of its collaborative professionals, acknowledging that candidates have choices in their career paths. This Tax Intern role is designed to be a foundational learning experience, providing tools and training to gain essential professional skills and practical tax experience. The internship uniquely combines academic class theory with real-world applications, offering a comprehensive understanding of the tax field.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time, Temporary
• Location: In-person Florham Park
• Mission: To provide professional skills and experience through practical application of class theory in tax preparation and administration, while supporting the firm’s client services.
• Tech Stack: Tax preparation software, Microsoft Office Suite

What You’ll Actually Do
• Tax Preparation: Prepare tax returns and extensions for clients.
• Information Management: Organize essential tax-related information.
• Support Services: Assist with responding to tax notices and examinations.
• Software Proficiency: Maintain a strong working knowledge of tax preparation software used in the office.
• Administrative Assistance: Perform various administrative tasks as required to support the team.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Undergraduate student currently in their junior year or the year immediately prior to graduation, depending on whether they are pursuing a 4-year or 5-year academic program. Candidates must have successfully completed at least one college-level tax class to demonstrate foundational knowledge in the field.
• Experience: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 is required. Candidates must possess the flexibility to work a minimum of 25 hours each week, with the understanding that weekend work may be necessary as needed during peak periods. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications is essential for daily tasks. Active participation in the VITA Program is also a required qualification for this internship.
• Skills: Demonstrated strong organizational abilities to manage tasks and information efficiently. Excellent interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration and client interaction. Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal. A high degree of detail orientation to ensure accuracy in all tax-related work.