Tax Intern, State and Local Tax - Summer 2027 (Atlanta) at BDO

Tax Intern, State and Local Tax

BDO is a place for energetic self-starters who can think and act like entrepreneurs. The Tax Intern, State and Local Tax will be responsible for basic research and analysis of state and local tax (SALT) issues, along with utilization of tax software in the completion of basic tax returns and other tax filings and documents. In this role, the Tax Intern, State and Local Tax will have the opportunity to utilize his/her educational background while working side-by-side with more experienced Tax members who will provide direction and coaching related to a range of state and local tax laws and resources. This opportunity will allow you to gain a unique hands-on perspective on our firm's practices and people, as well as beginning to forge the critical relationships that will help maximize your chance for success in your career.

Job Duties:

• Tax Methodology
• Tax Compliance
• Research
• Tax Consulting
• Tax Specialization
• Strategy Development
• Tax-Related Software
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

• Enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Accounting, Taxation, Finance or other relevant field, Juris Doctorate (J.D) program, or Master of Laws (LLM) program, required

Experience:

• Leadership experience, preferred
• Prior internship or other work experience within an accounting setting or public accounting, preferred
• Membership and participation in accounting or finance organizations at the college level, preferred

License/Certifications:

• N/A

Software:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions as directed
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a team
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to research taxation topics and communicate or compose written analysis effectively
• Basic knowledge of accounting and tax theory.
• Seeks advice of appropriate superiors regarding issues related to compliance
• Ability to prepare simple tax returns as well as drafting other tax related documents

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

California Range: $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr Colorado Range: $35.00/hr - $39.00/hr Illinois Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr Maryland Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr Massachusetts Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr Minnesota Range: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr New Jersey Range: $38.00/hr - $42.00/hr NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr Ohio Range: $33.00/hr - $37.00/hr Virginia Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr Washington Range: $37.00/hr - $38.00/hr Washington DC Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr