Tax Intern – Tax Services

Job Description

Federal Tax Services Intern – Financial Services – Winter 2027 | RSM US LLP

The Tone:
This is an in-person, client-facing internship at RSM US LLP. RSM is a leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, dedicated to instilling confidence in a world of change. The Federal Tax Services Intern plays a crucial role in empowering clients to realize their full potential by contributing to a wide range of tax specialty services. You will be part of an environment that inspires and empowers individuals to thrive both personally and professionally.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: In-person, client-facing
• Pay: $34–$40 hourly
• Team: Works within a team specializing in various tax areas.
• Mission: Assist clients with tax planning, preparation, and research, while understanding tax regulations and accounting pronouncements.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Team Collaboration: Support diverse tax specialty areas including accounting for income taxes, corporate taxation, federal credits and incentives, individual taxation, mergers and acquisitions, pass-through entity taxation, private client services, and not for profit organizations.
• Tax Planning & Research: Conduct comprehensive tax planning and research for clients.
• Return Preparation: Prepare federal and state & local tax returns.
• Regulatory Analysis: Analyze and interpret tax regulations and accounting pronouncements.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level position for candidates working towards a B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent from an accredited university, with an Accounting Major. Must have completed 90 credit hours.
• Experience: Requires travel to assigned client locations, with access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation.
• Skills: Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to work effectively on a team; Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Bonus: A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred.