2027 Tax Intern

Amazon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,200 - 92,800; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is offering a University Tax Intern position in Seattle, WA, with a 12-week May–September internship window. Applicants must graduate between December 2027 and June 2028 from an Accounting program (Tax track preferred) and be willing to relocate to the Greater Seattle area.

Visa sponsorship is not available. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, leadership, and the ability to work autonomously in a challenging environment, handling various tax areas and presenting a

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor's or dual degree program in Accounting with a December 2027–June 2028 conferral date.
• Must be 18+ and able to work 40 hours/week for 12 weeks May–September 2027.
• Completion of first-year accounting curriculum preferred; prior internship in tax or accounting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support US Federal income tax, Cross-Border Withholding Tax, State & Local tax, US International Tax, and ASC 740 tax provision areas.
• The internship provides hands-on tax experience and an opportunity to own a project end-to-end with mentorship.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Written and oral communication

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Tax track)

Graduation window Dec 2027 – Jun 2028

Job description

Description

Please note the following eligibility requirements to apply for this role:

• Graduate from a bachelor's degree program or dual degree/sub-matriculation master's degree program in Accounting (preferably Tax track) between December 2027 and June 2028
• Ability to relocate to the Greater Seattle area. Relocation assistance provided, if eligible
• Ability to complete a 12-week internship between May and September 2027
• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role

For more information, please visit: https://amazon.jobs/content/en/faq/university-talent Amazon's Global Tax team is searching for bar-raising Tax Interns who consistently exceed expectations, thrive in a challenging workplace, and can actively contribute to our talented team. Amazon Tax Interns may support one or more of the following areas: US Federal income tax reporting and compliance, Cross-Border Withholding Tax, State and Local tax reporting, US International Tax reporting, and ASC 740 tax provision reporting. We are focused on controllership, compliance, and operational efficiency. The internship will be structured to provide students the opportunity to gain hands-on tax experience, as well as own delivery of a project end-to-end. You will be well-supported and have a unique opportunity to learn from and engage with very experienced tax professionals. The ideal candidate is driven and can work autonomously. You must have strong analytical skills, the ability to dive deep into unfamiliar data, be savvy with new technology, and have a voracious hunger for learning. You should be able to stay focused in challenging and ambiguous situations and bring strong leadership, organizational, writing, and presentation skills.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Able to work 40 hours/week throughout the course of a 12-week summer internship from May through September
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or dual degree/sub-matriculation master's degree program in Accounting (preferably in a tax track) with a graduation conferral date between December 2027 and June 2028

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of first-year accounting curriculum
• Positive attitude
• Prior internship experience in tax or accounting
• Strong academic, leadership, and/or extracurricular record
• Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication with a keen focus on delivering business results
• Demonstrated track record in using data and metrics to make decisions and build scalable solutions
• Ability to communicate and collaborate across different levels of an organization
• Ability to act strategically and make decisions under ambiguity
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isn\'t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits . USA, WA, Seattle - 80,200.00 - 92,800.00 USD annually