Winter Tax Internship 2027 - Fairfax, VA
About The Position
The Tax Accounting Intern supports the Tax Service Line by developing foundational technical skills, applying emerging knowledge of tax law, and contributing to accurate, timely client deliverables. Working under close supervision, the Intern performs analytical work, supports tax return preparation, maintains organized documentation, and contributes to research and compliance activities. The role builds professional capability through hands-on learning, collaboration with experienced professionals, technology, and client engagement workflows. The Intern uses firm-approved technology and AI-enabled tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency while applying human oversight, confidentiality, and professional judgment. The Intern supports client service by preparing well-organized workpapers, assisting with information gathering and analysis, identifying potential deductions or credits, and shadowing client-facing activities. The role develops working knowledge of tax preparation and compliance for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and not-for-profit organizations. It also involves supervised tax research, exposure to applicable accounting standards, collaboration with team members, and participation in assigned projects and process improvements. The position is a winter internship in Fairfax, Virginia. Minimal travel is required. The work takes place in a professional office environment with standard business equipment and may involve extended periods of sitting or standing. The stated pay rate is $26.50 per hour.
Requirements
- Working toward an Accounting degree as a rising junior or senior.
- Making progress toward CPA eligibility.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Reliable transportation for travel to clients.
Nice To Haves
- GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Previous public accounting internship experience.
- Exposure to CaseWare, ProSystem Access, or other tax software.
Responsibilities
- Prepare well-organized workpapers and contribute to accurate tax return deliverables.
- Assist in gathering client information, analyzing data, and identifying potential tax deductions or credits.
- Shadow client-facing activities to develop communication and advisory skills.
- Support tax compliance, including return preparation, tax projections for extensions, and related documentation.
- Conduct basic tax research under supervision, applying authoritative guidance.
- Collaborate with senior accountants, managers, and other team members to support engagement goals.
- Seek feedback and coaching and apply guidance to improve accuracy, efficiency, and judgment.
- Manage time effectively to meet deadlines and support engagement efficiency.
- Take ownership of assigned tasks and proactively identify questions or issues.
- Participate in special projects and contribute to process improvement and enhanced client value.
- Use approved AI tools in accordance with firm policies, data privacy requirements, and ethical standards, with human review and accountability for final outputs.
- Learn tax and accounting software and use technology to enhance accuracy and reduce manual effort.
- Document work thoroughly using Word, Excel, Adobe, and other firm systems.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
