Intern, Global Transaction Tax - Summer 2027

Alvarez & Marsal; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) invites qualified JD/LL.M./Tax MS candidates for a full-time internship in Global Transaction Tax (GTT) starting Summer 2027 in the Boston office. The role focuses on federal, international, and state tax considerations within M&A, tax consulting, and transactional advisory services.

Ideal candidates will be enrolled in an accredited program (JD 2L, Tax LL.M., MST or MAcc with Tax) and plan CPA eligibility.

Qualifications

• Pursuing JD (2L), LL.M (Taxation), MS in Taxation or Master of Accounting with Tax emphasis
• Plans to meet CPA eligibility and state licensure requirements
• Strong communication and analytical abilities
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and data analysis
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Responsibilities

• Participate in direct complex tax research
• Contribute to formulating tax planning strategies
• Assist in tax due diligence reviews
• Research federal, international, state, and local tax regulations
• Prepare client reports and gather data for analysis
• Develop economic models to evaluate transactions for planning
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in client meetings

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal & written communication

Spreadsheet proficiency

Multitasking & deadline management

Motivation to learn and grow

Education

JD (2L)

LL.M (Taxation)

MS in Taxation

Master of Accounting (Tax)

Tools

Excel

Job description

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

Description

Intern, Global Transaction Tax

Start Season & Year: Summer 2027

Earliest Graduation Date: April 2028

Latest Graduation Date: July 2028

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

GTT professionals provide corporate and private equity buyers with a broad continuum of transactional tax advisory services to support mergers, acquisitions, carve outs, investment and financing structures, disposition alternatives and post transaction activities. Assisting clients before, during and after the transaction, our GTT practice works with clients across corporate functions to analyze and evaluate the tax profile and to implement planning designed to help meet each organization's global goals, strategies and business objectives.

Alvarez & Marsal Global Transaction Tax (“GTT”) is seeking highly qualified JD (2L), Tax LLM as well as MsT and MACC (Tax concentration) students preferably with a background in accounting for full-time internship positions in our GTT practice. We are seeking students interested in federal and state tax, international tax, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate consulting. Previous or ongoing Tax coursework and JD/LLM/ MsT/MACC (Tax concentration) track is required.

How You Will Contribute

• Participate in direct complex tax research
• Participate in the formulation of tax planning strategies
• Assist in performing tax due diligence reviews
• Research various federal, international, state, and local income tax regulations
• Assist in preparing reports to clients
• Gather data from clients and analyze tax-related financial information
• Assist in the development of economic models used to evaluate transactions for strategic planning and structuring purposes
• Team with other colleagues and participate in client meetings

In addition, successful candidates will have an opportunity to expand tax research skills via extensive tax research involving complex technical tax issues across a broad spectrum of federal and state tax law (e.g. Subchapter C, Subchapter K, consolidated returns, tax accounting methods, taxable and non-taxable transactions, executive compensation, etc.) and will have the opportunity to contribute directly to client deliverables.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a JD (2L), LL.M (Taxation) Master of Science in Taxation or Master of Accounting with an emphasis in Tax
• Definitive plans for meeting minimum educational requirements for CPA eligibility and licensure in the state of your assigned office location or membership to a State Bar
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to articulate complex information
• Strong analytical skills
• High proficiency in spreadsheets
• Ability to simultaneously work on several projects and effectively manage deadlines
• High motivation to learn and grow
• Must be authorized to work in the US without the need for employment-based sponsorship now or in the future. A&M will not sponsor applicants for US work visa status for this role

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

Compensation Statement

The hourly rate is $45 per hour.

Benefits Summary

Interns are not eligible to participate in Alvarez & Marsal’s fringe benefits programs. Click here for more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs.