State and Local Tax - Income Franchise Intern - Summer 2027
About The Position
RSM interns work with companies of various sizes and industries, developing client relationships through an understanding of clients’ businesses and challenges. Interns participate in multiple team engagements each year and may contribute to several parts of an assignment. The role is part of RSM’s State and Local Tax practice and focuses on income franchise tax services. Interns work in a mutually respectful team environment. Most RSM roles follow a hybrid workstyle, with team members aligned to an RSM office and coming together in person when appropriate for clients, teams, development, or relationship-building; some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities, and client needs. Travel to assigned client locations is required.
Requirements
- Complete at least 90 credit hours.
- Be working toward a B.A. or B.S. degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university.
- Accounting major.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Travel to assigned client locations is required; must have access to and be able to arrange reliable transportation to those locations.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to work effectively on a team.
- Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Integrate state and local tax services with existing clients.
- Complete tax planning and research tasks.
- Develop an understanding of state and local tax regulations and accounting pronouncements.
- Review clients’ current tax processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend enhancements to improve procedures and reduce tax exposure.
- Work with clients’ information technology personnel to obtain historical purchasing and sales data for reporting requirements and audit procedures, and review the data for potential refunds or credits.
- Assist clients in evaluating sales/use tax software systems that meet their compliance needs and support implementation.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits and compensation package; details are available through RSM’s total rewards information.
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Career Level
Intern
