2027 Tax Internship - Lynden

Larson Gross; Lynden (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Additional insurance options

401(k) plan

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Larson Gross invites rising accounting students to join a Tax Intern program for Spring/Summer 2027 in Lynden, WA. You will gain hands-on exposure to tax compliance, research, and client service while building foundational skills for a tax career in public accounting.

You'll learn from experienced professionals, participate in training, and develop technically and professionally with feedback and mentorship. This internship emphasizes curiosity, collaboration, and a readiness to learn.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Interest in a career in tax or public accounting.
• Intention to pursue CPA licensure preferred.
• Strong academic performance.
• Previous accounting or internship experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and other entities.
• Organize financial information and use tax software to support tax preparation.
• Prepare basic workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Research tax laws, credits, deductions, and regulatory changes.
• Learn how tax professionals identify opportunities and provide value to clients.
• Work alongside associates, senior associates, managers, and other professionals.
• Ask questions, receive feedback, and develop your technical and professional skills.
• Participate in training, networking, and other professional development opportunities.
• Build experience using technology, automation, AI, and other tools that are changing how accounting professionals work.

Skills

Curiosity

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Organization

Analytical mindset

Adaptability

Tech interest

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Tax software

Job description

About The Company

At Current, everything starts with people. We believe that when you invest in talent through opportunity, development, and support, you unlock growth for individuals, firms, and clients alike. That’s why we’ve built a platform designed to give our people access to more: more learning, more collaboration, and more ways to grow their careers than any single firm could offer on its own.

Tax Intern – Spring/Summer 2027

Application Deadline

Application Deadline: November 15, 2026

Interview Timeline

Interviews are anticipated to take place from mid-November through mid-December. Some candidates may be contacted earlier as applications are reviewed.

Candidate Notification

All applicants will receive an update regarding their application status no later than December 18, 2026.

Internship Start

May or June 2027

About The Internship

A Larson Gross internship is an opportunity to experience what a career in public accounting is really like while learning alongside professionals who want to see you succeed.

As a Tax Intern, you'll gain hands‑on experience in tax compliance, research, and client service while developing the foundational skills needed for a career in tax and public accounting. You'll work alongside experienced tax professionals, contribute to meaningful work, participate in training and professional development, and build relationships throughout the firm.

We don't expect you to arrive knowing everything. We are looking for students who are curious, willing to ask questions, open to feedback, and excited to learn.

What You'll Experience

• Assist with federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and other entities.
• Organize financial information and use tax software to support tax preparation.
• Prepare basic workpapers, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Research tax laws, credits, deductions, and regulatory changes.
• Learn how tax professionals identify opportunities and provide value to clients.
• Work alongside associates, senior associates, managers, and other professionals.
• Ask questions, receive feedback, and develop your technical and professional skills.
• Participate in training, networking, and other professional development opportunities.
• Build experience using technology, automation, AI, and other tools that are changing how accounting professionals work.

What Will Help You Succeed

• Curiosity and a genuine willingness to learn.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Clear communication and an ability to collaborate with others.
• Organization and time-management skills.
• An analytical and problem‑solving mindset.
• Adaptability and a willingness to take on new challenges.
• An interest in technology and how tools such as AI, automation, and data analytics are being used within the accounting profession.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Interest in a career in tax or public accounting.
• Intention to pursue CPA licensure preferred.
• Strong academic performance.
• Previous accounting or internship experience is a plus, but not required.

Most importantly, we're looking for students who are eager to learn, contribute, and explore where a career in accounting could take them.

Compensation & Benefits

The total rewards package at Current includes base salary and benefits.

Our salary ranges are competitive within the accounting industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate’s experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers.

We Provide a Robust Benefits Package, Including

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)
• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.