About the role#
The Tax Intern in Transfer Pricing works alongside consulting economists to help multinational companies price transactions between their corporate entities. You will examine economic conditions and industry trends while helping clients substantiate prices charged between related parties. This work supports client compliance with domestic and foreign tax regulations.
What you'll do#
- Conduct client interviews to gather information on corporate structure, functional responsibilities, risk distribution, and value drivers.
- Analyze industry and client financial data to benchmark intercompany pricing policies.
- Evaluate market penetration scenarios and calculate intangible property values.
- Prepare client project reports that cover research, quantitative analysis, and consulting advice.
- Create presentations to share analysis results and pitch service capabilities to potential clients.
- Write technical memos, industry overviews, and functional analyses for transfer pricing reports.
- Take detailed interview notes and summarize findings for your team.
- Proofread and edit reports to ensure quality before client delivery.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to read, proofread, and edit highly technical material.
- Experience with public speaking or presentations and effective interpersonal skills.
- Capacity to produce initial drafts of project deliverables independently.
- Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Basic understanding of transfer pricing and a desire to learn the industry.
- Leadership experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Costa Mesa, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- This is a paid internship.
About BDO USA
BDO USA provides audit, tax, and advisory services to middle market businesses and global organizations. The firm operates as a partnership and functions as the U.S. member of the BDO International network. Headquartered in Chicago, the company maintains a large national presence with over 11,000 employees. It focuses on helping clients manage financial, regulatory, and operational challenges.
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