Summer 2027/Winter 2028 State & Local Tax Internship

Baker Tilly•Chicago, IL

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. As a State & Local Tax Intern at Baker Tilly (BT), you will deliver tax advisory and compliance services to clients. As one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, BT offers you upward career trajectory, flexibility in how and where you get your work done and meaningful relationships with clients, teammates and leadership who truly care about you and your development. You will enjoy this role if you are considering a long-term career in public accounting and want exposure to the industry, value your development and want to work for a firm whose owners have both their clients’ and employees’ best interests in mind and are transparent in their decisions, and want to grow professionally and develop your client service and technical accounting skills to build a strong foundation now, for tomorrow.

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

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