About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in Houston, Texas. You will work within our Indirect Tax practice, focusing on severance tax for oil and gas clients. This role operates in a hybrid model, with an expectation to work in person at the office or client sites 60% of the time.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with oil and gas clients to identify severance tax incentives and deductions.
- Collect, enter, and perform data calculations.
- Use tools like Excel, Access, and Alteryx to manage and analyze data.
- Build and maintain client relationships while delivering timely, high-quality services.
- Manage multiple projects at once with attention to detail.
- Stay current on tax trends, developments, and technical authorities.
- Master firm methodologies and tools to support team success.
- Demonstrate professionalism and maintain strict client confidentiality.
What you'll need#
- Anticipated undergraduate or graduate degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (3.2 preferred).
- Excellent communication and writing skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability and willingness to travel as required by client or project needs.
- Access to reliable transportation to reach the office and client sites (a driver’s license is strongly recommended).
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
- Residency in or commutable distance to Houston, TX.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, TX.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Compensation: $39.90 per hour.
- Preferred skills: Knowledge of the oil and gas sector, eligibility for the COPAS APA designation, proficiency in Microsoft Access and Alteryx, and experience with firm-approved AI tools like Microsoft Copilot.
About EY
EY provides professional services including assurance, consulting, tax, and strategy. The firm operates in over 150 countries and maintains a global workforce of more than 400,000 employees. It is headquartered in London and functions as a privately held organization. The company focuses on services for clients across various sectors.
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