About the role#
As a State and Local Tax (SALT) intern, you will contribute to our tax consulting services. You will work alongside our staff to provide solutions for clients while gaining hands-on experience in the field. This role is designed for students who plan to return to school following the internship. You will be treated like entry-level staff, focusing on meaningful work rather than administrative tasks.
What you'll do#
- Provide tax consulting services regarding state and local income, franchise, sales and use, gross receipts, and personal property taxes.
- Prepare state and local income and franchise tax returns.
- Research complex tax issues and present your findings through technical memorandums or verbal communication.
- Draft internal and external tax alerts on current developments and planning techniques.
- Build professional relationships with team members at all levels and with our clients.
- Participate in training programs to expand your knowledge of federal and state tax laws.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in accounting or tax.
- Completion of the first two entry-level accounting courses and current enrollment in the first intermediate level accounting course.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Pursuit of an LLM, JD, or CPA license.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and analytical skills with a detail-oriented approach.
- Ability to work hours that may exceed a standard 40-hour week.
Location & details#
- Locations: Ann Arbor, Auburn Hills, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Denver Tech Center, Detroit, East Lansing, Flint, Fort Collins, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Macomb, Riverside Plaza, Schaumburg, Southfield, Toledo, and Traverse City.
- Modality: Hybrid, with a focus on in-person collaboration.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Travel: May require local, national, and occasional international travel.
About Plante Moran
Plante Moran is an accounting and consulting firm based in Southfield, Michigan. The firm provides audit, tax, wealth management, and business advisory services to various sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, and government. It operates 23 locations across the United States and internationally. The firm employs approximately 4,759 professionals.
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