About the role#
As a State and Local Tax Intern, you will work with a variety of companies across different industries. You will join team engagements and handle multiple parts of an assignment to gain a broad understanding of tax operations. This role is based in Irvine, California, and is scheduled for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Integrate state and local tax services for existing clients.
- Complete tax planning and research tasks.
- Develop an understanding of state and local tax regulations and accounting pronouncements.
- Review current client tax processes to identify inefficiencies and suggest improvements.
- Coordinate with client information technology personnel to obtain data for analysis.
- Assist clients in evaluating sales and use tax software systems.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least 90 credit hours.
- Enrollment in an accounting degree program at an accredited university.
- Strong computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a team.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Irvine, California.
- This is a full-time, on-site internship.
- Travel to assigned client locations is required. You must have access to reliable transportation to reach these sites.
- Sponsorship for work authorization 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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