Federal Credits and Incentives Tax Intern - Summer 2027

rsm; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM in Chicago seeks a candidate for its CIM group focused on Federal Credits and Incentives (FCI). You will assist with tax planning, research on R&D credits, and manage multiple projects involving client interviews, computations, and data gathering.

Preferred qualifications include completing 90 credit hours, pursuing a BA/BS, accounting major, and willingness to travel. A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work effectively on a team.
• Willingness to travel to assigned client locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tax planning and research related to R&D credits and other federal credits.
• Assist in implementing multiple projects with client interviews, computations, data gathering, and resource coordination.
• Assist with drafting opinion letters and writing other technical memoranda.
• Develop an understanding of client's business.
• Help drive success of multiple R&D or federal credits engagements.
• Maintain competency through continuing education and certifications.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Team collaboration

Travel flexibility

Education

BA/BS in progress

Accounting major

Job description

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You'll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There's no one like you and that's why there's nowhere like RSM.

As a member of our CIM group, working specifically with Federal Credits and Incentives (FCI) you will be responsible for the following job duties which are focused around two core concepts: your technical and quality expertise and delivering excellent client service

Examples of the candidate's responsibilities include:

• Assist with tax planning and research, as it relates to the Research and Development (R&D) credit, and other federal credits and incentives.
• Assist in implementing multiple projects simultaneously, which include client interviews, computations, analysis, data gathering, and coordination of resources
• Assist with drafting opinion letters and writing other technical memoranda
• Develop an understanding of client's business
• Help drive the success of multiple R&D, or federal credits engagements
• Maintain competency through continuing education and obtaining additional professional certifications

Basic Qualifications:

• 90 credit hours completed
• Working towards B.A. / B.S. degree or equivalent from accredited university
• Accounting Major
• Travel to assigned client locations is required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations
• A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work effectively on a team
• Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced environment

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life's demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits .

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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At RSM, an employee's pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $34 - $40 per hour