About the role#
As an intern in the State and Local Tax group, you will work with a variety of companies across different industries. You will join team engagements where you contribute to multiple parts of a project. This role focuses on building relationships with clients and understanding their specific business challenges.
What you'll do#
- Integrate state and local tax services for existing clients.
- Complete tax planning and research tasks.
- Build your understanding of accounting pronouncements and state and local tax regulations.
- Review current tax processes to find inefficiencies and suggest improvements to reduce tax exposure.
- Coordinate with client information technology personnel to gather data for analysis.
- Assist clients in evaluating sales and use tax software systems to meet their compliance needs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a B.A. or B.S. degree program in Accounting at an accredited university.
- Completion of at least 90 credit hours.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred.
- Strong computer skills, specifically proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively on a team and manage multiple tasks.
- Access to reliable transportation for required travel to client locations.
Location & details#
- This internship is based in Houston, Texas.
- The role is on-site.
- This is a full-time position for the Winter 2028 term.
- Sponsorship is not provided for this role.
About RSM US LLP
RSM US LLP provides assurance, tax, and consulting services. The firm focuses on the middle market. It employs over 17,000 professionals across the United States and Canada. Founded in 1926, the firm maintains its headquarters in Chicago, Illinois.
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