Summer 2027 Intern, Personal Property Tax

Ryan•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Personal Property Tax Intern works alongside subject matter experts in a team-based environment to identify tax savings opportunities for Fortune 500 and 1,000 clients. The internship includes training and development for work in state, local, federal, and international taxation. Interns provide client service to multi-state companies, assist with state and local tax controversies, research tax questions, respond to inquiries, review documentation, and perform detailed calculations using raw data. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Working toward a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, or Economics.
Anticipated graduation date within one year of the internship.
Minimum overall and major GPA of 2.8.
Six to 12 accounting hours, depending on practice.
Work effectively in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
Strong problem-solving, attention-to-detail, and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage ambiguity.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Outlook, and related tools.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet navigation and research.
Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

Provide client service to multi-state companies and identify tax savings opportunities.
Assist multi-state companies with state and local tax controversies, including preparing clients for auditor discussions, representing clients at hearings and appeal meetings, and preparing protests.
Research and draft technical memoranda regarding state and local tax questions or issues.
Respond to client inquiries and requests from tax authorities.
Review documentation and research issues.
Work with raw data to complete detailed calculations.