About the role#
Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP is hiring for a Winter 2028 Tax Internship. This is a full-time, paid, in-person position based in Austin or Round Rock, Texas. You will work 40-55 hours per week during the busy tax season from mid-February to mid-April.
What you'll do#
- Prepare federal income tax returns.
- Assist with various tax consulting projects.
- Complete tax returns independently from start to finish.
- Participate in weekly production meetings.
- Engage in firmwide and departmental professional development opportunities.
What you'll need#
- Completion of Intermediate Accounting I and at least one taxation course.
- A grade of B- or better in all accounting courses.
- A 3.0 cumulative GPA.
- Full-time availability (40-55 hours per week) during the internship period.
- You must not be enrolled in any classes during the internship.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Location & details#
- Locations: Austin, TX and Round Rock, TX.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2028.
About Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP
Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP is an accounting and advisory firm based in Austin, Texas. Founded in 1991, it operates as the largest independently owned firm in Central Texas. The company provides tax, audit, and transaction advisory services to various sectors including healthcare, technology, and manufacturing. It maintains a staff of 178 employees across offices in Austin and Round Rock.
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