Summer 2027/Winter 2028 State & Local Tax Internship

Baker Tilly•Tampa, FL

5d•$25 - $109

About The Position

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion. Visit bakertilly.com or join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram. Please discuss the work location status with your Baker Tilly talent acquisition professional to understand the requirements for an opportunity you are exploring. Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law. Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency ("search firm") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system.

Requirements

Currently enrolled or pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree program in Accounting or a related business discipline from an accredited institution.
JD/LLM preferred.
Must have at least one academic term remaining following completion of the internship.
No prior professional experience is required.
On track to meet the educational requirements for CPA exam eligibility and/or Bar exam prior to the start of a full-time Associate position.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
A resume and unofficial transcript(s) are required as part of the application process.
Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.
Foundational accounting knowledge developed through academic coursework preferred.
Ability to conduct basic research, analyze information, and document findings clearly and accurately.
Openness to learning emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, responsibly to support learning, efficiency, and problem solving.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Clear written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Curiosity, learning agility, and willingness to ask questions, seek guidance, and apply feedback.
Effective and respectful collaboration in a team-oriented environment.
Organization, time management, attention to detail, and reliability in meeting deadlines.
Professionalism, integrity, accountability, and sound judgment.
Commitment to quality, continuous learning, and responsive client service.

Nice To Haves

Previous internship, academic, leadership, volunteer, customer service, or other relevant experience and demonstrated interest in accounting, or professional services are preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver tax advisory and compliance services to clients.
Gain hands-on experience in state and local taxation.
Maintain and expand knowledge base in the multi-state tax area by working on various projects including, but not limited to, conducting research and preparing memorandum on SALT issues (for individuals, corporations, and flow-through entities), assisting in M&A due diligence, voluntary disclosure programs, and various compliance matters.
Experience projects involving sales and use taxes, realty transfer taxes, income / franchise taxes, gross receipts taxes, real and personal property taxes, excise taxes, taxes imposed on local level, and unclaimed property.
Assist with addressing issues and questions for internal clients and potential prospects.
Participate in our intern orientation, technical training and development program designed to provide the tools needed to contribute to client engagements.
Experience on-the-job training through real work engagements, showcasing how your academic experience translates to the professional environment.
Learn directly from experienced associates, seniors, managers and partners with specialized experience and technical knowledge across numerous industries and services.
Build friendships and strong work relationships while gaining valuable experience.
Demonstrate your performance and ability to join Baker Tilly as a full-time associate.