Summer 2026 R&D Tax Internship - MA Conversion

Baker Tilly•Irvine, CA

2d•$34 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

Baker Tilly is currently seeking Research & Development Tax Interns for 2026. Our interns gain knowledge of the firm's Research & Development Tax practice through working with multiple clients across a variety of industries. Research & Development Tax Interns participate in project planning, conduct interviews and analyze information to identify eligible tax credits, and prepare supporting work paper documentation.

Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Baker Tilly will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or upon full-time hire (e.g., H-1B, STEM OPT)
Must have completed or be enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program, with a preference for accounting majors
If an accounting major, must meet educational requirements to obtain CPA license upon full-time Staff hire
Must reside within a commutable distance to a Baker Tilly office and be willing to work on-site
Eligible candidates must have academic courses remaining at the end of the internship; ideally, in the third year of a 4-year program, or fourth of a 5-year program
Must have a current, accepted offer with Baker Tilly (formerly Moss Adams)

Nice To Haves

Major in Accounting or coursework in technology-related fields highly desirable
Master of Tax or JD/LLM preferred
Willingness to travel to client locations, including overnight stays, with travel expectations varying by department and office location
Flexibility to work overtime or additional hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed
Excellent customer service skills; Ability to understand own and others' emotions to achieve desired goals
Creative problem solving, critical thinking and research skills; Organize information and exercise well-reasoned judgment
Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; Demonstrate confidence in decision making and poise in professional setting
Work effectively both as part of a team and independently
Highly motivated and embrace challenges as an opportunity to grow
Quickly adapt to a changing work environment, including the use of software, systems and technology
Outstanding organization and project management skills; Take responsibility for quality and timeliness of projects
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite