About the role#
Brighton Jones is seeking a Winter Tax Intern to join our team in Seattle. This internship provides hands-on experience in the tax compliance process for high-net-worth clients, including individual income, trust, and gift tax returns. You will work alongside experienced tax professionals to gain practical knowledge and contribute to meaningful projects.
What you'll do#
- Assist with collecting data and preparing electronic work papers.
- Input tax data into software systems.
- Produce electronic work papers for review by team members.
- Support the tax team with various tasks as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a university degree program.
- Preference for students working toward a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or Economics.
- Academic success and prior internship or work experience.
- Familiarity with tax accounting through coursework is a plus.
- Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office, with the ability to learn new software systems.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative, self-starter mindset.
- A desire to pursue the CPA designation.
Location & details#
- Location: Seattle, Washington (on-site in our Belltown office).
- Dates: January 26, 2027, through March 25, 2027.
- Commitment: Minimum of 15 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
- Compensation: $23.00 per hour.
- Note: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
About Brighton Jones
Brighton Jones is a financial services firm based in Seattle. Founded in 1999, the company provides wealth management, tax planning, and retirement services. It employs between 201 and 500 people. The firm focuses on aligning financial strategies with the personal goals and values of its clients.
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